Internationally-recognized English Teaching Certificate
In response to many requests, LCTI now offers a new TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) program. Our 1-year TEFL course begins each Fall. The TEFL Certificate is a joint LCTI-Great Northern University program that adheres to international standards. Our TEFL Certificate opens doors for English teaching positions across the world.
The Certificate includes instruction in proven principles of cross-cultural English language teaching (both EFL and ESL); up-to-date methods and practices for teaching listening, reading, speaking and writing; principles for effective cross-cultural delivery of curriculum; class-room management and assessment; and effective strategies for teaching grammar. Curriculum is overseen by a professional linguist who is Dean of Great Northern University’s College of Professional Studies. Instructors in this program have a minimum of an accredited Masters Degree in TESOL or other branch of Applied Linguistics. Components include:
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Principles for inter-cultural communication in teaching English
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How to develop effective lesson plans and curriculum for cross-cultural contexts
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How to integrate linguistic and biblical principles for effective English teaching
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Application of insights from research to all aspects of English teaching
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Effective teaching strategies: Grammar, Receptive and productive language skills
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Effective methods of instruction, assessment and class management for real-life cross-cultural teaching
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Includes a teaching Practicum in a local ESL program and ministry outreach opportunity.