Erasmus+ English Course for Teachers in Dublin
This is a professional development Erasmus Course for teachers. The course takes place at Horner School of English in Dublin. During this course you will focus on improving your English language skills PLUS attend additional afternoon sessions to develop new and practical lesson ideas. Our team of highly skilled educators have extensive experience in delivering Erasmus courses for teachers in Dublin. They will work with you to improve your language skills, discuss lesson planning and different teaching methodologies, and inform you in more detail about Irish cultural issues.
Key Points
| Lessons: | 25 Lessons Per Week |
| Location: | Horner School of English Dublin, Ireland |
| Timetable: | 09.30 to 13.10, Monday to Friday (Language Skills Training) |
| 14.00 – 16.05, Two Afternoons (Teaching Methodology) | |
| Levels Available: | A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 - Elementary to Advanced |
| Class Size: | Morning Class, Max 14 International Students (Average 10) |
| Afternoon lessons are either private or small group lessons. | |
| Enrolment: | This course is typically booked for 1 or 2 weeks and can be commenced every Monday, all year round. Individual bookings & small groups accepted. |
Erasmus+ English Course For Teachers in Dublin City
Our Erasmus+ English course for teachers, provides 20 group lessons in the mornings with 5 extra lessons in the afternoons. The morning lessons take place Monday to Friday in a level specific international class group. The language levels available are: A1; A2; B1; B2 & C1. Those morning classes focus on improving your overall language level and your general language skills. The afternoon lessons take place on two of the afternoon’s and are more tailored to your professional experience. Previous participants have often focused on topics related to teaching methodology (see below examples). You will be asked to complete a needs analysis questionnaire (before arrival) so we can tailor the content of the afternoon lessons very precisely to your needs.
Suggested topics for teachers (during the afternoon lessons):
- Going digital: Using AI to create lesson content which supports language skills.
- Going digital: Getting the most out of online tools.
- Creating conditions for learning, room layouts, learner motivation and participation.
- Course planning and review methods. Feedback, testing and evaluation.
- Suggested methods for teaching the four language skills.
- Language teaching methodologies.
- Teaching mixed ability classes.
- Teaching examination courses.
- Teaching vocabulary using authentic materials
- New ideas for teaching young learners.
- Accuracy v fluency, common errors and false friends.
- The Irish Educational System.
- Developing new lesson ideas for using English in the classroom.
- Introduction to The CLIL Method, Content and Language Integrated Learning.
Accommodation
You can choose from a number of Dublin accommodation options all pre-screened by the Horner School, most of which are within walking distance of the school.
Social Programme
Located on Fitzwilliam Street in the heart of Georgian Dublin our school is just minutes away from Grafton Street, Trinity College and all the main city Center attractions. We organise an excellent programme of tours and excursions throughout your stay. Click here for further details.
You can reserve your place on the tours and excursions on arrival, directly at the Horner School office !
Notes:
Horner School of English, Erasmus+ Teachers Course for Academic Staff – inclusive of the following services:
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Previous participants on this course have received funding under the Erasmus + Programme Key Action 1: Learning Mobility of Individuals
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Horner School of English Erasmus + PIC (Identification Code): 94 72 76 102 | OID Number: E10163590
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Tuition on this Course is – 25 lessons per week with a morning & afternoon timetable – Monday to Friday.
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Welcome Pack is included with maps of the city and other important information.
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Use of the Self Access Library is included
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Free Wi-Fi Internet access throughout main school building is included
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Level assessment before arrival and graded end of course certificate is included
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Use of the Student Coffee Room is included
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Use of the Garden Area is included
We provide full administrative backup, including a dedicated accommodation officer and an academic director to oversee your progression. Each lesson is equal to 50 mins. Course Textbooks are available at the school. Monday is the starting day for all courses. When Monday is a public holiday, Tuesday is the starting day.
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