Course Overview:

Open your mind and expand your horizons. Global TESOL Collegeä has created an Independent Study Elective course for those with an inquisitive mind and an adventurous nature. This course allows you to research, analyze and present a TESOL-related topic of interest and receive certification for it!

Complete the program at home or from anywhere in the world. Research the EFL community in a country or region you would like to teach in, or tell your own TESOL-story and report on your teaching and traveling adventures. The range of topics to choose from is endless, as is the method of presenting your research. You can use a variety of audio and visual aids to supplement your written report and help you demonstrate your enthusiasm for and knowledge of the chosen topic.

The Independent Study Elective is a requirement for those students enrolled in the TESOL Instructor Certificate Program.

Course Content:

Choose from a selection of topics, or propose your own TESOL-related topic. Once it is approved, conduct an in-depth self-study of the topic and how it relates to the TESOL industry. When you complete your research, prepare a detailed report 25-50 pages in length. Embark on this new adventure with Global TESOL College!

Course Requirements:

• Select and submit proposed Topic and Outline
• Analyze a variety of articles, books, websites and other material related to the topic
• Study topic
• Prepare a report on the chosen topic (minimum 50 pages)
• Submit report for marking and Certification

Some possible topics include:

• Multiculturalism
• Classroom environments
• Effective ESL and globalization
• Effectively breaking down language barriers
• Learning disabilities in the classroom
• Dealing with multi-level and multi-ethnic ESL classes
• Language pedagogy
• Cultural impacts on the classroom
• Classroom management strategies
• Using music and videos in the classroom

The possibilities are endless.