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About the Course

Through a series of engaging metaphors and stories, prospective and current EFL/ESL teachers will identify, summarize, and evaluate 7 basic language learning paradigms. Learners will be presented information on such foundational principles as motivation, risk taking, two different modes of learning, and balancing the teacher profession. Learners are also given an understanding of basic techniques founded on those principles, such as teacher talk, looking “ridiculous” in order to lower the affective filter, and networking. With these foundational principles in mind, ESL/EFL teachers will scrutinize common assumptions about language learning by comparing how they stack up to research-based core principles....
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JG

Aug 17, 2018

This is a very useful course as I begin my studies to prepare to teach English abroad. ASU is a recognized university and the price is very reasonable. I look forward to the next course in the series.

CK

Sep 9, 2021

That was a great experience and im very grateful for all the information I have been taught. The professors leading this course are just so professional and it was really joyful to learn all the time.

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By Besher K

Feb 27, 2023

I would like to thank Dr. Dixon, Dr. Shewell and Dr. Haraway for this amazing course. I have learned a lot about teaching languages, specifically EngEnglish, thanks to your innovative approach in teaching. Thank you! I am very thrthrilled to continue learning in the rest of your TESOL programme.

By maggie k

Feb 14, 2021

I have seriously acquired skills I never thought I would obtain such as studying and doing assessments online. I do appreciate that i was given this opportunity especially with the financial aid i was provided with to obtain this skill am sure it will give me greater heights. thanks once again.

By Zelia V

Jun 28, 2020

Dr. Shane Dixon explained the materials really well. It really stick in my mind and I can remember all of it easily. I really hope that later, when I become a teacher I can be just like him. I can present the materials in a fun and engaging way and in an easy way where student can understand it.

By Srinidhi R

Jul 8, 2018

A perfect guide for beginners. Gives a brief outline on the various aspects of teaching a language and explains how to begin and guides us in developing our own teaching philosophy. The assignments encourages critical thinking and helps us understand the principles and crux of teaching English.

By Seema D

Feb 22, 2019

As an English teacher, I would recommend this course to each person who is interested in making impact in the lives of your ESL students by going deeper pedagogy of ESL teaching. I learnt the practical aspects of many pedagogical concepts. Our instructor, Dr. Shane Dixon is an amazing teacher.

By Natalya K

Sep 3, 2018

That's amazing! When I was about to leave my current teaching position, get TESOL certificate and go abroad looking for a better job - I had no idea how motivating this course could be! Now I will estimate not the salary I can receive in the future, but the skills I should acquire before that.

By Johanna P

Feb 5, 2023

This was a wonderful insight into language teaching principles and techniques. It made so much clearer how my own style of teaching needs to take into account the learners' purpose in taking an English course, as well as my own reasons for teaching it. Thank you for this learning opportunity!

By ISMAIL C T

Dec 13, 2021

I want to thank everyone who worked on this project, especially Dr. Shane Dixon, for his efforts and fun lessons. After four years of studying ESL at University. Surprisingly, there is still much left to learn! Also, my special thanks for Coursera making me be able to enroll in this course :)

By Michael M

Jan 20, 2021

Kudos to Dr. Dixon and all the other teachers who gave us a wonderful and meaningful journey as we gained various knowledge on how language acquisition is best taught to our learners. More power to Coursera, to Arizona State University, and the whole team. Keep up this amazing and noble work!

By Van N

Apr 21, 2020

My first Teach English Now! certificate ever. Teacher Shane Dixon is so humorous and erudite. The provided knowledge is well-organized and useful. This course is definitely worth my time and effort. I want to send my appreciation and biggest thanks to ASU and Coursera team. Thank you so much!

By Kristen V

Aug 9, 2019

This was a wonderful course which far exceeded my expectations. I actually looked forward to each lesson, and I am motivated to continue on to get my TESOL certificate through Teach English Now. Dr. Dixon and team definitely practiced what they preached by keeping it fresh and interesting.

By Maria B

Oct 24, 2018

Great content, effective delivery and thought provoking essay questions. Bear in mind that you get out of the course what you put in. Ensure to use the assignments as reflections of the modules which you can go back to during your teaching careers and use as forms of professional development.

By A A

Aug 13, 2023

This course is really amazing and describes the foundations of English teaching like telling a story and providing great metaphors. I highly recommend it to those who have teaching experience but want to know the technical terms of teaching English. I will continue this great specialization!

By Annie r

Apr 26, 2019

Hello friends. I just started my learning after a nice gap of years and i thought to give it a try and i am happy to say that i could do it as the course is not that tough and very understandable and more over you get to read so many reviews. I really enjoyed completing the course. Thankyou.

By INNA P

Aug 16, 2021

This course is really engaging. I really enjoy the way how information was presented. It is not merely a lecture, but well-structured chunks of information associated with some metaphors. Due to such creative approach of information presentation it is easy to follow and remember all points.

By Karima C

Jul 29, 2022

Thanks a lot for allowing me to take this course. It really helped me a lot to regain my passion for teaching that I have lost...

I can now focus on the techniques newly acquired to help me in my teaching and thus, assist students whose aims is to acquire the language and not just learn it.

By Saurav D

Jul 26, 2023

Everything about this course is great! It doesn't just provide a professional certification, but provides provides knowledge about teaching in a fun and interactive way. I loved the style of presenting the course material by the professors and all the evaluation activities included in it!

By Katie S

Jan 30, 2021

These people are teachers of teachers and really understand how to make classes engaging. They have put a LOT of effort into creating all of these lessons and acting out different portions. Each video is 10 mins max and most are shorter so they really hold your attention and go very fast!

By Deleted A

Apr 28, 2020

The material was presented in an inspirational, easy-to-understand manner, with great metaphors to help one remember the lesson. I really enjoyed the teaching example that used Haru's story, it was inspirational, and it was nice to see a small part of how teaching works in the classroom.

By Cong A K L

Apr 12, 2020

It's my pleasure and honor to enroll for your course. My feeling now is ineffable when I received such a certification from an elite tertiary educational institution. On the top of my gratitude to Dr.Shane Dixon and his team for his indefatigable effort to design such a consummate course.

By Sanaz Z

Dec 27, 2021

Thanks a lot for this opportunity. There we a lot of useful hints such as metaphors, quotes, and principles to which I have not paid attention before. For me, 80/20 and teacher burn-out really were the best. Besides, the two professors teach lessons fantastic, friendly and clearly good.

By Kabir A

Aug 27, 2021

TESOL course of Coursera is really a wonderful course. I especially thank Mr. Dixon and his team to conduct this course very successfully. For those who want to be ESL teachers, this TESOL course is the best. I am doing this course and I invite you to join the course for a better future.

By Mahdi S F

Jul 5, 2021

I greatly appreciate having the opportunity to broaden my knowledge and deepen my perspective about learning language. I would like to appreciate all members and those who create the course including coursera and Arizona State university with a special thank toward Dr.Shane.

Best Regards

By humam s

Feb 14, 2023

This is a very good course i highly recommend it to anyone who has a goal to be a teacher.

Excellent teachers, Excellent context and very good and clear way to explain the lessons

I am sure that you will have fun while studying here with Dr.Shane and the staff.

Thank you for the course :)

By Cansel K

Jul 28, 2022

ıt was really concise. The assignments were exteremly helpful to improve everything that was taught. there is just one thing I would like to add as a suggestion. we should be also evaluating the peer reviews we receive. Because most of them were really short and not helpful in any way.