TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certification Courses in Hamilton, ON (McMaster University)
Course #917: Sept. 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
Saturdays (9:00am - 6:00pm), Sundays (9:00am - 6:00pm)
(Offered live via Zoom)
Course #919: Oct. 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25
Saturdays (9:00am - 6:00pm), Sundays (9:00am - 6:00pm)
(Offered live via Zoom)
Course #920: Oct. 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
Saturdays (9:00am - 6:00pm), Sundays (9:00am - 6:00pm), weeknights (6:00pm - 10:00pm)
(Offered live via Zoom)
Course #943: Nov. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22
Saturdays (9:00am - 6:00pm), Sundays (9:00am - 6:00pm)
(Offered live via Zoom)
Course #925: Nov. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22
Saturdays (9:00am - 6:00pm), Sundays (9:00am - 6:00pm)
Course #945: Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20
Saturdays (9:00am - 6:00pm), Sundays (9:00am - 6:00pm)
(Offered live via Zoom)
Oxford Seminars courses in Hamilton, ON are usually held at McMaster University. To register by phone, call 1-888-227-6755.
School districts interested in group discounts, please contact Myra at 1-888-225-2480.
120-Hour TESOL/TESL/TEFL Course Outline
Day 1
Introduction to the Course/Materials/Assignments
ESL Warm-Up Games and Exercises
ESL Icebreaker Activities
The Effective Learner
The Effective Teacher
Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners in Your Classroom
Day 2
Introduction to Educational Theory
Second Language Acquisition
Teaching Across Age and Proficiency Levels
Classroom Management Techniques
Lesson Planning
Living and Working Abroad
Cultural Sensitivity in the Classroom
Day 3
Teaching English Grammar
Sample Grammar Lessons
Teaching Vocabulary Techniques
Teaching Speaking and Listening
Teaching Reading
Long-Term Unit Planning
International Trends in ESL Teaching
Effective Cross-Cultural Relations
Day 4
Multiple Intelligence Theory
Teaching Writing
Teaching Pronunciation
Teaching Idioms, Expressions, Phrasal Verbs, and Slang
Organizing the Teaching Workload
Conflict Resolution Techniques
Teaching in a Multicultural Setting
Day 5
Lesson Coordination When Team Teaching
Testing and Evaluating ESL Students
Finding ESL Teaching Jobs
Writing Resumes and Cover Letters
Job Interviews for Teaching Positions
Pre-Departure Planning, Culture Shock, and Adaptation
Day 6
Teaching Practicums
Instructor Feedback and Peer Evaluations
Effective Use of ESL Teaching Resources and Activities
The Globalization of the Job Market
Finding and Using ESL Teaching Resources
Wrap-up/Final Questions
60-Hour Online Component
The Role of the Teacher
Applying Communicative Teaching Theory
Fundamentals of Language Acquisition
Creating Engaging and Educational Lesson Activities
Practicing Lesson and Unit Planning
Giving Instructions to Students
Analysis of ESL Case Studies
Reviewing and Applying ESL Theories and Concepts
Student Correction Techniques
Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners in Your Classroom
Comprehending Grammatical Structures
Common Grammatical Errors and Misconceptions
Teaching the Twelve Verb Tenses of English
Creative Grammar Activities to Stimulate Communication
Teaching Adverbs, Quantifiers, Gerunds, and Infinitives
Punctuation Rules and Usage
Critical Evaluation of Grammar Lessons and Materials
Student Assessment
Technology in the Classroom
Completion of a 150-Question Online Assignment
Course Reviews (Hamilton, ON)
The lesson planning aspects as well as the personal stories told by the teacher helped to paint a picture of what to expect in an ESL classroom.
- N.H., Holland Landing, ON
The instructor was wonderful! She was experienced, knowledgeable, fun, and approachable. She went above and beyond and displayed a passion for teaching. I feel prepared to teach abroad and I'm going to miss her!
- M.C., Oakville, ON
The Instructor was very informative and knowledgable. I also learned proper ways to understanding and teach the English language.
- E. Lopez, Brantford, ON
Our Instructor was personable, passionate, professional, eloquent. Brings years of teaching knowledge and uses that to help guide us in learning. He is a born teacher.
- L. Ku, Grimsby, ON
The course was well paced for our group’s skill level, very realistic and appropriate, never once did I feel overwhelmed.
- S.Q., Hamilton, ON
Friendly, no stress environment made learning easy and fun.
- L.A, Brantford, ON
The materials are great, and the instructor lets you do a lot of hands-on work, such as lots of practice crafting lesson plans.
- S.M., Hagersville, ON
I found the instructor very approachable and knowledgeable. His style of teaching was very accessible and he made the class very enjoyable.
- G.D., Hamilton, ON
It was helpful to review grammar points I had not studied in a while. The text books will be useful resources for teaching in the future.
- K.D.A., Kincardine, ON
Our instructor obviously was an experienced ESL teacher and had very valuable insights.
- T.A., Hamilton, ON
The course is fun and can lead to great experiences!
- E.C., Hamilton, ON
The Course Handbook was very useful , and I used it a lot to help my lesson plans. Will definitely keep as a teaching resource!
- O.L., Hamilton, ON
The instructor was very knowledgeable about the content and expectation of our future teaching careers.
- P.A., Burlington, ON
The teaching demo is very useful, because it provides an opportunity to plan a real full length lesson and practice it.
- G.B., Hamilton, ON
I like the materials that were given to us. I got to learn a variety of games and teaching activities. The instructor was great!
- M.I., Hamilton, ON
Our instructor was very knowledgeable about of all the course material, and prepared each day to keep us engaged and ready to learn. He was very approachable, personable, an had a great personality.
- M.M., Brantford, ON
Our instructor was amazing, and I feel confident because of how she managed and taught the class.
- W.W., Bridgewater, NS
The instructor combined professionalism with a relaxed teaching style. I give this course an A+.
- S.M., Hamilton, ON
I really enjoyed this course because it provides you with numerous resources for when you are teaching. The instructor gave us realistic examples of what may happen in an ESL classroom and also showed us techniques that would help us deal with them.
- B.N., Ancaster, ON
First rate all around! Teacher was excellent in all respects. It is a complete, all-around introduction to ESL teaching.
- J.P., Hamilton, ON
The course offers good value for money, and is timed well.
- C.M., Hamilton, ON
Very good opportunity for jobs, and it's a fun course!
- J.C., Hamilton, ON
Well organized course. Professional and systemic. Moderate pace.
- L.T., Hamilton, ON
Excellent all around.
- H.A., Hamilton, ON
It's fun, easy, and interactive.
- K.P., Hamilton, ON
