Cambridge English: CELTA qualifications now available through Planet EDU

04 Oct 2011
by Planet EDU

One of the most popular Teaching Qualifications from Cambridge English - CELTA is now available through Planet EDU. The fee for the full course is INR 85,000/-. Courses are available in full time and part time mode. For details visit www.celta.extralearn.net. Call toll free 1800 102 1050

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Give wings to your career with TKT : YL ( Young Learners )

17 Mar 2011
by extralearn

TKT : YL ( Young Learners )

* A specialist module of Cambridge ESOL TKT that focuses on teaching young learners aged 6 - 12. It is suitable for:

* Teachers who will teach this age group in the future.

* Classrooms assistants who work with young learners aged 6-12 or who will work with this age group in the future. 

* Those who have English as a second or other language as well as first language speakers of English.

*  There are no entry requirements for TKT : YL

  •  What does TKT : YL ( Young Learners ) test?

 TKT-YL Part -1 Knowledge of young learners and principles of teaching English to young learners.pdf (38.15 kb)

TKT - YL Part -2 Planning young learner lessons.pdf (68.41 kb)

 TKT - YL Part -3 Teaching Young Learners.pdf (76.56 kb)

TKT - YL Part - 4 Assessing young learner learning through classroom.pdf (55.23 kb)

* TKT- YL Test format.pdf (45.51 kb)

Source: http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/teaching-awards/tkt-yl.html

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Short term Teacher Training Qualifications

07 Jan 2011
by extralearn

Extralearn’s range of Teacher Training qualifications and CPD courses, provide necessary updates about latest in the field of international training and teacher-learning methodologies.

The programs range includes short term (1-3 days only) intensive programs, to Diploma qualifications. The programs are designed as modular units, which can be built into a Diploma qualification and the learner has the choice to learn in a Flexible learning environment – at your own pace model.

The programs are delivered in an open forum as well as in a customized manner, exclusively for schools, colleges and institutions.

The certificate of participation will be awarded by 'Extralearn International College', UK.

Course ID

Name of the course

Duration

EL-PD-03

Creative  Approaches to Teaching English

2 day

EL-PD-04

Preparing for Cambridge TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test)

1 day

EL-PD-05

Making Lesson Plans

1 day

EL-PD-06

CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning)

1 day

EL-PD-07

ELT Manager

2 days

EL-PD-10

Managing Educational Enterprise

2 days

EL-PD-11

Teaching English for Academic Purposes

1 day

The certificate of participation will be awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations

Course ID

Name of the course

Duration

EL-PD-01

Getting Ready to teach for Cambridge YLE

1 day

EL-PD-02

Getting Ready to Teach for Cambridge KET & PET for schools

1 day

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Learn the latest. Impart the best.

07 Jan 2011
by extralearn

Professional Diploma for Skill Developers Internationally

Professional Diploma for Skill Developers

This is a 7 unit program, which award a Diploma to the learner. This program is suitable for Teachers at all level. The Diploma is awarded by SQA ( Scottish Qualifications Authority), Scotland’s National Awarding and Accrediting body. To achieve the Diploma a learner needs to complete all the following 7 mandatory units.

The Diploma program can be completed over a period of 3 years from the date of enrolment. The learner will receive unit wise certification (as soon as a learner completes a unit).

S. No.

Unit code

Description of the unit

Duration

1.

EL-TT-09

Analysing learner needs

2 days

2.

EL-TT-01

Planning and designing learning programmes

2 days

3.

EL-TT-02

Promoting self learning and group learning

2 days

4.

EL-TT-04

Using ICT to facilitate learning

2 days

5.

EL-TT-05

Measuring learning progress and achievement

2 days

6.

EL-TT-06

Maintaining professional skills and knowledge

2 days

7.

EL-TT-08

Preparing for effective coaching and mentoring

2 days

Highlights of the Diploma programmes

Professional and work-related programmes

Designed to suit:

o   Mature learners

o   Existing teachers

o   Existing trainers

o   Fresh Graduates and Post-graduates who wish to pursue their career in teaching and training

Meets the requirements of professionals who are already involved with Teaching at school level and / or delivering training for professional and skills development courses.

Focuses on development of practical skills.

Each unit will be assessed using blended assessment methods that would include:

  • Portfolio based assessment
  • End of unit external examination
  • Generic teaching tests that are globally recognized and practical teaching observation such as the Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) from University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations.

# Diploma programs gets the learners 42 SCQF (Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework), which is cross reference to the EQF (European Qualification Framework)

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Experienced? Or just starting your career?

07 Jan 2011
by extralearn

Expand your career horizons by updating yourself with the latest, internationally accepted teaching skills and teaching-learning methodologies.

Professional Diploma for Teaching Internationally

Program Highlights

  • Range of short term (1-3 days only) intensive programs
  •  Flexible learning - learn at your own pace. Complete the Diploma in upto 3 years’ time.
  • Globally recognized certification meeting international professional requirements;upon successful completion of each unit, the learner will receive an SQC (Scottish Qualification Certificate) from SQA.
  • Opens up fresh avenues for professional advancement and growth
  • Both suject and non-subject specific programs

Suitable for:

  • Experienced Teachers and Trainers
  • New Teachers and Trainers
  • Fresh graduates/post graduates

The Professional Diploma for Teaching Internationally is made up of 7 mandatory units(EL-TT 01-EL-TT 07) of 60 hours each, totalling to a 420 hour programme. The 60 hour mentioned herein is a notional reference to the amount of learning that a learner is expected to put for each unit.

S. No.

Unit code

Description of the unit

Duration

1.

EL-TT-01

Planning and designing learning programmes

2 days

2.

EL-TT-02

Promoting self learning and group learning

2 days

3.

EL-TT-03

Developing innovative teaching methods

2 days

4.

EL-TT-04

Using ICT to facilitate learning

2 days

5.

EL-TT-05

Measuring learning progress and achievement

2 days

6.

EL-TT-06

Maintaining professional skills and knowledge

2 days

7.

EL-TT-07

Educating for behavioural change

2 days

 

8

EL-TT-08

Preparing for Effective Coaching and Monitoring

2 days

9.

EL-TT-09

Analyzing Learner Needs

2 days

 

Each unit will be assessed using blended assessment methods that would include:

  • Portfolio based assessment
  • End of unit external examination
  • Generic teaching tests that are globally recognized and practical teaching observation such as the Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) from University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations.

Diploma programs gets the learners 42 SCQF (Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework), which is cross reference to the EQF (European Qualification Framework)

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WorkSkills Professional Awards

27 Nov 2010
by extralearn

 A key feature of these Professional Awards is the emphasis on experimental learning. This means learning through practical experience and learning by reflecting on experience.

Employment Skills.pdf (19.71 kb)

English Language Skills.pdf (19.49 kb)

 Information & Communications Technology (ICT) Units.pdf (20.34 kb)

Success Skills.pdf (20.02 kb)

Business Skills.pdf (19.59 kb)

Communication Skills.pdf (19.79 kb)

 

Managerial & Leadership Skills.pdf (19.33 kb)

 

Creativity & Innovation Skills.pdf (18.63 kb)

 Program Highlights

  • Choice of 8 Professional Awards - take as many as you want
  • Each Professional Award consists of 5 Component Units
  • Each unit comprises of 10 hours of Guided Learning. This includes 4-5 hours of classroom interaction and the balance for self- study, assignments and activities.
  • Learners must register for the full Award. Individual Unit registration is not allowed.
  • Assessments are based on assignments for each 'Learning Objective' or external examination or a  combination of both.
  • Component Unit grading consists of 'Pass' or 'Fail'.
  • All assignments are managed through Extraback - ePortfolio system. Learners receive online feedback.

WorkSkills Brochure.pdf (493.80 kb)

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Skills and Qualifications for Global Employability

27 Nov 2010
by extralearn

Who will benefit from WorkSkills?

WorkSkills help you develop

  • Generic skills and attitudes valued by employers
  • Self-evaluation skills
  • A positive attitude to learning
  • Flexible appraoches to solving problems
  • Adaptability and positive attitude to change
  • Confidence to set goals, reflect and learn from experience
  • An understanding of the workplace
  • Skills and Knowledge in a broad vocational area

WorkSkills Brochure.pdf (493.80 kb)

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Gain and retain a job anywhere in the world

27 Nov 2010
by extralearn

Become a...

  • Successful learner
  • Confident Individual
  • Effective Contributor
  • Responsible Citizen

Everyone needs work-related skills at all stages of life.

WorkSkills are a suite of 8 work-related qualifications (Professional Awards) devised by ExtraLearn under approval from the SQA-Scottish Qualifications Authority.

These awards focus on teaching you a range of soft skills indispensible for worklife success which help you gain and retain a job.

With ExtraLearn's guidance, you can choose Awardsby identifying your skill gaps or add value to your existing qualifications through building on your existing skill sets.

Pursuing an Award is highly flexible - you have the option of taking Award Units at a pace that suits you.

WorkSkills Professional Awards.pdf (37.19 kb)

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Cambridge ESOL Teaching Awards: At a glance

25 Aug 2010
by extralearn

Cambridge ESOL offers internationally recognized qualifications for both new and experienced English language teachers.

Who are TKT:CLIL, TKT:KAL and TKT:Practical for?

While TKT:CLIL and TKT:KAL are suitable for pre or in service teachers and for international candidates teaching across all sectors of education, TKT:Practical is suitable for all teachers teaching classes.

TKT: Content and Language Integrated Learning (TKT:CLIL)

TKT:CLIL tests a candidate's knowledge of Content and Language Intergrated Learning (CLIL) and the practice of planning, teaching and assessing curriculum subjects taught in English. CLIL describes an evolving approach to teaching and learning where subjects are taught and studied through the medium of a non-native language.

                                      Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) Optional Modules

         Module                       Duration                         Composition

TKT: CLIL

One paper

 

   1 hr 20 min

80 questions. Two parts:

1.       Knowledge and Principals of CLIL

2.       Planning, Teaching and Assessing

TKT: Knowledge About Language (TKT:KAL)

TKT:KAL tests a candidate's knowledge of the language systems needed by teachers for planning and teaching their lessons. It tests knowledge of how the different features of English work from a teaching perspective.

                                      Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) Optional Modules

         Module                       Duration                         Composition

 

TKT: KAL

One paper

 

 

 1 hr 20 min

80 questions. Four parts:

1.Lexis

2. Phonology

3.Grammar

4.Discourse

 TKT: Practical

TKT: Practical is a new TKT module which gives teachers certification for their practical teaching abilities, and can be taken at any stage in their career. This simple and affordable assessment is an ideal certificate for existing teachers who may not have formal qualifications.

                                      Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) Optional Modules

         Module                       Duration                         Composition

 

TKT: Practical

 

 

 40 min

Observation of teaching:

One 40 minute session or two 20 minute sessions.

 

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Get ready to teach the world with Cambridge ESOL's Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT)

12 Aug 2010
by extralearn

Teaching English to speakers of other languages can be a highly rewarding career, offering you the chance to live and work abroad. Cambridge ESOL offers internationally recognised qualifications for both new and experienced English language teachers. These qualifications are taken by over 12,000 people each year. They provide a route into the English Language teaching profession for new teachers and first class career development opportunities for experienced teachers.

Teaching Knowledge Test ( TKT )

TKT tests knowledge about the teaching of English to speakers of other languages and concentrates on the knowledge needed by all English language teachers. It is a flexible test which is prepared and delivered to international standards.

TKT can be taken at any stage in a teacher's career: it is suitable for teachers of primary, secondary or adult learners all over the world. It is also ideal for people who would like to teach English but have not yet started teaching.

  Who is TKT for.pdf (35.93 kb)

  What does TKT involve....pdf (36.00 kb)

  Optional TKT Modules.pdf (31.71 kb)

Apply online http://www.extralearn.net/

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Globally recognized teaching qualifications !

26 Jul 2010
by extralearn

Give wings to your career !

Get ready to teach the world with globally recognized teaching qualifications !

 Call 1800 102 1050, SMS ‘extralearn’ at 56767877 or Email helpdesk@eduextralearn.com. Visit www.eduextralearn.com

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Expand your career horizons with a Diploma for Teaching Internationally

26 Jul 2010
by extralearn

Diploma for Teaching Internationally  *Units and Learning outcomes-SQA.pdf (44.43 kb)

Certification                  :   Scottish Qualifications Authority ( SQA)

Number of units            :   7 mandatory units to be completed

Teaching-learning hours :  60 hrs per unit ( Total 420 hrs)

Level                           :   Level 7 on Scottish Credit & Qualifications Framework ( SCQF)

Total credits                  :  42

 Call 1800 102 1050, SMS ‘extralearn’ at 56767877 or Email helpdesk@eduextralearn.com. Visit www.eduextralearn.com

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International teaching and training Programme

16 Jul 2010
by Blogger

Want to be qualified for International teaching and training?. Call 1800 102 1050, SMS ‘trainer’ at 56767877 or Email helpdesk@eduextralearn.com. Visit www.eduextralearn.com

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