Students are introduced to the theory, instructional methodology and resources for the teaching of listening, speaking and pronunciation skills to adult English language learners. Students will explore key concepts and strategies and tools to develop listening and speaking-focused activities, lessons and assessment tools appropriate for a range of language learning levels and contexts. Students will also develop foundational skills in teaching and assessing English pronunciation.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- English phonetics and phonology (introduction to segmentals, suprasegmentals)
- Pronunciation errors/error correction
- Speaking and Listening: process, purposes, activities & strategies
- Stages of a speaking and listening lesson
- Assessing listening, speaking and pronunciation
- Tools and resources (including technology) to develop speaking, listening & pronunciation skills
1. Actual curriculum products / artifacts created and used by the applicant in their workplace which are judged equivalent to course assignments; and
2. A successful interview with the TESOL Coordinator or delegate; and
3. A critical written reflection that describes the development of their thinking on the themes, issues, and concepts in the course.
Course schedules
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How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.