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    Arizona State University

    Arizona State University TESOL

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Literacy, Teaching, Learning Strategies, Instructional Strategies, Enthusiasm, Motivational Skills, Oral Expression, Learning Styles, Technology Strategies, Grammar, Language Learning, English Language, Language Competency, Constructive Feedback, Design Elements And Principles, Learning Theory, Self-Awareness

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    TESOL Certificate, Part 1: Teach English Now!

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Pedagogy, English Language, Learning Strategies, Instructional Strategies, Enthusiasm, Motivational Skills, Oral Expression, Learning Styles, Language Learning, Education Software and Technology, Constructive Feedback, Design Elements And Principles, Learning Theory, Design Strategies, Grammar, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    Teaching EFL/ESL Reading: A Task Based Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, English Language, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Grammar, Student-Centred Learning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Teaching Language Online

    Skills you'll gain: Grammar, English Language, Education Software and Technology, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Requirements Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    694 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Innovative Teaching with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Creative Problem-Solving, AI Personalization, Innovation, Brainstorming, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    English for Teaching Purposes

    Skills you'll gain: Lecturing, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Higher Education, Language Learning, Professional Development, Collaboration, Vocabulary, Train The Trainer, Grammar

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Being a Teacher

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Communication Strategies, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Course Development, Student Engagement, Working With Children, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Cultural Diversity

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Teaching English Learners

    Skills you'll gain: Differentiated Instruction, Diversity Awareness, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Instructional Strategies, Learning Strategies, Culture, Education Software and Technology, Special Education, Teaching, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Collaborative Software, Cultural Diversity, Instructing, Curriculum Planning, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), English Language, Mathematics Education, Learning Management Systems, Computer Literacy

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Hong Kong

    University Teaching

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, Pedagogy, Teaching, Syllabus Development, Course Development, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Higher Education, Student-Centred Learning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Career Development

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Vocabulary, Writing, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Social Skills, Professional Networking, Job Analysis, Business Communication, Communication, Recruitment

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Second Language Listening, Speaking, and Pronunciation

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Teaching, English Language, Language Competency, Language Learning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Training and Practicing in English Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Active Listening, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Stress Management, Adaptability, Self-Awareness

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular teaching english courses

  • Arizona State University TESOL: Arizona State University
  • TESOL Certificate, Part 1: Teach English Now!: Arizona State University
  • Teaching EFL/ESL Reading: A Task Based Approach: University of London
  • Teach English Now! Teaching Language Online: Arizona State University
  • Innovative Teaching with ChatGPT: Vanderbilt University
  • English for Teaching Purposes: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Being a Teacher: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • Introduction to Teaching English Learners: Rice University
  • University Teaching: The University of Hong Kong
  • English for Career Development: University of Pennsylvania

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Frequently Asked Questions about Teaching English

Teaching English refers to the process for when a person who is skilled at reading, writing, listening, and speaking English helps others to learn the basics of the English language. Those who teach English are often certified in one (or more) of the three main categories of teaching English.

These certifications would be Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). The type of certification a person gets to teach English depends partly on which part of the world they plan to teach in.‎

Learning how to teach English can be a fun and creative experience for you. You might be teaching online or in a foreign country where you have the ability to communicate with non-English speakers. When you learn how to teach English, you can become equipped with the self-confidence to lead an instructional class in front of strangers, either in person or online. You also learn how to understand the nuances of grammar capabilities and learn the best ways to test reading and writing levels.

Learning how to teach English can be valuable to you in corporate jobs, too, if your firm hires non-English speakers. You might get a chance to teach English to these persons as well and help your colleagues communicate more effectively.‎

Once you are certified to teach English as a second language, you can work locally in person through a school or a service that puts teachers and students together. This could be done at local community colleges or universities.

If you want to try to teach English online, you can set yourself up as an independent contractor to provide the service, or find work through an online language school. Teaching English on a part-time or freelance basis offers you flexible hours, the ability to set your own rates, and the option to teach the types of classes that interest you most.‎

When you take online courses, you are adding new skills to your professional development in communicating English as a teacher. You are likely to gain extra knowledge in the details of grammar and punctuation rules, accurate sentence construction, and forming cohesive paragraphs in your English writing.

Taking online courses about teaching English can also help you in presentation skills and enunciation ability. You may be able to use these new skills in different career professions later on in life.‎

Online Teach English courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Teach English skills. Choose from a wide range of Teach English courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

Coursera's entire course catalog is offered to Enterprise customers with no limitations. Choosing the best Teach English course depends on your employees' needs and skill levels. Leverage our Skills Dashboard to understand skill gaps and determine the most suitable course for upskilling your workforce effectively. Learn more about Coursera for Business here.‎

Online Teaching English courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Teaching English skills. Choose from a wide range of Teaching English courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Teaching English, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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