Methodology for the contemporary English clasroom – EAS-T
Easy School of Languages

COURSE SUMMARY:
This dynamic teacher training course is designed for English language educators seeking to enhance their classroom practice with innovative, learner-­centered methodologies. Through a blend of theory, reflection, and hands-on activities, participants will explore contemporary approaches to lesson planning, learner engagement, skills development, and classroom management. The course emphasizes eclecticism, inclusivity, and teacher wellbeing, equipping educators
with practical tools to create motivating, effective, and empathetic learning environments. Each day focuses on a specific theme, progressing from foundational planning strategies to advanced techniques in language skills, learner motivation, and classroom dynamics. Participants will engage in collaborative tasks, peer feedback, and experiential learning to deepen their understanding and refine their teaching craft.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicant should have a minumum B2 (Upper-Intermediate) level of English.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
Teachers of English working with secondary school students or adult learners.

COURSE OUTCOMES:
By the end of the course participants will be better able to:
- Design effective lesson plans with clear aims, objectives, and structured stages tailored to diverse learner needs.
- Apply a range of teaching methodologies mindfully and eclectically to suit different classroom contexts.
- Implement engaging activities that foster active participation and cater to varied learning styles.
- Motivate language learners through creative strategies, including the use of images, authentic materials, and interactive environments.
- Enhance reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills using communicative and learner-­centered techniques.

SAMPLE PROGRAMME:
1) Monday:
- Towards Effective Lesson Planning: Aims Objectives and Stages
- Using Methodology Mindfully
- How to Engage Every Learner
2) Tuesday:
- Leading In Not Leading Out: Exploiting Images to Engender Learner Engagement
- Motivating Language Learners
- Merging it all: Dictogloss
3) Wednesday:
- Beyond Subskills: Making Reading Relevant
- Activities to Enchance Student Reading Skills
- Encouraging Clasroom Talk
4) Thursday:
- Decoding: How to Teach Listening
- Pronounciation and Connected Speach
- Make Coursebook Work for Everyone
5) Friday:
- Functional Language in the Clasroom
- Practical Approaches for Diverse Needs part 1
- Balanced Teacher: Empathy Meets Wellbeing

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY - Free Days

6) Monday:
- Towards the Learner Centric Classroom
- Motivating and Interactive Language Classroom
- Activities that Work
7) Tuesday:
- Teaching Grammar
- Lexicalisation
- Practical Approaches for Diverse Needs part 2
8) Wednesday:
- Managing Teacher Talking Time
- Mediation: a different approach to language teaching
- Peer Observation and Feedback
9) Thursday:
- Teaching Writing
- The Art of Error Correction
- TBL and PBL in Action
10) Friday:
- Authentic Materials in the Classroom
- Effective Classroom Management
- Meditation for Teacher Wellbeing

OTHER INFORMATION:
- Lessons per week: 20 English Language Development + 10 Methodology
- Lesson duration: 1 lesson = 45 minutes
- Minimum age: 21+
- Class size: maximum 12
*** Our reduced hours policy applies in the case of 3 or less course participants.
- IMPORTANT! Course can be taken as a one-week course on both available dates, but a two-week course starts only on the 20th July!

Przykładowe zajęcia dodatkowe:

bowling *, cycling *, diving *, horse riding *, surfing *, windsurfing *

boat cruises *, boat party *, cheese & wine tasting *, city tour/walk, conversation practice, cultural activities, dinner in a typical restaurant *, international evenings, jeep safari *, museum visits, pronunciation lessons/workshops, pub and restaurant evenings, school party, theatre or cinema visit *, wine tasting *

Mdina *, Valetta *, Gozo *, Comino *, Blue Lagoon *, Sicily *

* zajęcia dodatkowo płatne