Teacher Refresher Courses
Level
C1-C2
Class Duration
1h15min
Class Size
5-15
Average Age
20-35
Intakes
Every Monday
Teacher Refresher Courses at OSE
This course is designed for non-native English speakers with teaching experience and qualifications from their home countries.
It delves into contemporary language teaching theory and practice, emphasizing methodology, materials, and advanced language analysis, while also incorporating social and cultural activities.
The training adopts an interactive approach, combining workshops and presentations to encourage lively discussions.
Ammenities
- Flexible Study Options
- Small Class Sizes
- High-Quality Materials
- Experienced Teachers
- Bi-weekly tests and tutorials
- University Pathways
- Global Student Mix
- Regular social events
- Immersive English Practice
Course Details
- Minimum Language Level: CEFR C1
- Class Size: 5 – 10 students
- Instructor Credentials: Professional teacher training provided by experienced trainers, all of whom hold DELTA qualifications and/or advanced degrees (Master’s or PhD).
- Accommodation: Half-board homestay (single room, bed, breakfast & dinner) available at current rates.
Course Objectives
- To explore the latest methodologies and best practice to enhance teaching skills
- To gain a deeper understanding of the English language
- To share ideas and experience with fellow language-teaching professionals
*Academic hours: each academic hour = 50 minutes class time
Frequently asked Questions
What does this course include?
20 academic hours’ classes per week
Welcome pack
All learning materials
Free WiFi
A guided tour of Oxford
End of course certificate
What teaching methodology and skills will I learn on this course?
Methodology
In these sessions, various aspects of foreign language pedagogy will be presented and discussed, including different ways of teaching new language, such as communicative, lexical and task-based approaches. Participants are encouraged to share their experiences and views.
Advanced Language Awareness
These sessions will focus on pedagogical grammar and aspects of lexis such as morphology, collocations and idioms.
Teaching the Four Skills
Ways of teaching the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking (including pronunciation) will be discussed. The focus will be on practical activities for classroom use, including poems, stories and songs. These sessions will be workshop-based and will include hands-on materials design.
There are progress tests for all students every two weeks, enabling our teachers to closely monitor learning and to guide and support each student more effectively. There are also fortnightly tutorials, during which individual learning targets are discussed and reviewed.
Can EU educators get Erasmus+ funding for the course?
Yes. If you are working in education in the EU, the Oxford School of English Teacher Refresher Courses are eligible for grants under the Erasmus+ programme. These courses provide opportunities for people to broaden their knowledge, develop their professional skills and to work together, sharing good practice and discussing innovative approaches to common challenges: improving employability through skills and education.
Information you’ll need
Oxford School of English PIC number: 945379364
Deadlines: Contact your National Agency for application deadlines.
Have questions? Contact us we’re happy to help.
Do you offer tailor-made teacher-training programmes for institutions?
We welcome the opportunity to create tailor-made courses for teacher training colleges, university departments and ministries of education. Course components can, for example, include ‘How to teach for IELTS’. If your organisation would like us to design a closed group programme.
When can I start my English course?
Students can join our school on any Monday, and can study as long as they wish. Our courses are structured so that new students immediately feel part of the class and participate in academic activities with their new classmates.
Some students study for as little as one week, some for one year or more. It simply depends on the student and their individual needs.
Do you organise trips, events or evening activities?
The school has an extensive social programme.
Evening events include Pub Night every Thursday (our most popular activity, usually with 20-30 students). We offer paid activities as well as fun and free. We run international dinner evenings at our school, quiz nights and we are currently looking forward to our student Secret Santa Christmas party in the last week of term! We are more than happy to provide more information on our activity programme if requested.