EBC 200-Hour Online TEFL Certification with Trainer Support

Earn a combined TESOL and TEFL certificate with EBC’s 200-hour online course, which is designed to meet Ofqual Level 5 criteria. Benefit from trainer-marked assignments, flexible self-paced learning, and lifelong global career placement assistance. Upgrade options to Trinity CertTESOL are available.

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Welcome to EBC’s Accredited Online TEFL Certification Course

TEFL certification:

EBC CertTESOL+TEFL in TESOL and TEFL

Total hours:

200

Academic level:

Written to Ofqual level 5 standards

Academic standard:

Based on our Trinity CertTESOL material

Total cost:

€500

Price per hour

€2.50

Course location:

Online classroom

Duration:

Study at your own pace

Class times:

24 x 7 – study at your own pace

Get Certified with Our 200-Hour Accredited Online TEFL Course

Dual certification in TESOL and TEFL

Teaches you foundation English language teaching skills

Trains you to be an English teacher

Written to Ofqual level 5 standards

Based on the EBC Trinity CertTESOL course material

Study at your own pace and in your own time

Convenient and accessible

Includes worldwide, lifetime job placement

Accredited Online TEFL with Trainer Support & Job Assistance

Upgrade Anytime: After completing the EBC Online TEFL Certification, you can move up to the Trinity CertTESOL and receive full credit for your original course fee — just pay the difference.

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Objective

Units

Achieve Your TEFL Certification Online – 200 Hours

This course prepares you to:

The course also includes lifetime, worldwide job placement that helps you get an English teaching job whenever you want.

When you graduate, you will:

Get an EBC TESOL and TEFL certificate
Understand language use and analysis;
Be knowledgeable of teaching theory and its practical application;
Know how to manage your classroom;
Be able to identify student learning difficulties and develop remedial action plans;
Know how to plan, design and develop and deliver effective lessons;
Be able to teach in both a TEFL and TESOL classroom environment.

Course Overview and Unit Requirements

The 200-hour online TEFL certification course is divided into 10 basic parts, each of which must be completed successfully to receive certification. The following section gives a full outline of the topics covered in each unit.

Online TEFL certification course - Introduction

Provides a thorough introduction to teaching English as a foreign language, equipping you with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in a global classroom.

Important information about this course
How to take a review lesson
How to take an end of unit test
Teaching and other resources
Reference books
Useful internet resource sites
FREE ready-to-use classroom material

Online TEFL certification course - Unit 1 - Learning styles

General issues about the learning cycle, different student types, and various learning models.

READ ME FIRST – How to work through Unit 1
Unit 1 reading material PDF file
Section 1 – The learning cycle and types of learners
1. The KOLB learning cycle
2. Types of learners
Section 2 – Teaching models that have influenced current teaching methods
1. Teaching models
  1. Grammar-translation
  2. Audio-lingualism
  3. PPP: Presentation, Practice and Production
  4. Task-Based Learning
  5. Communicative Language Teaching (CLT)
Review lesson 1 – Learning and teaching models
Section 3 – Introduction to the lesson structure and presentation
1. Introduction to the lesson structure
2. The four commandments for presenting materials
  1. Attention
  2. Awareness
  3. Appreciate
  4. Assimilate
3. Presenting material
4. Examples Of Presenting Material
Section 4 – Presenting explanations and instructions
1. How to give explanations and instructions
2. Make sure you have the class’ full attention
3. Present the information more than once
4. Be brief
5. Illustrate with examples
6. Get feedback
Review lesson 2 – Lesson structure and presenting
Written assignment 1 – Presentation style critique, lesson plan study and reflection – Trainer assessed with feedback
Section 5 – What we know about language learning
1. Our understanding of language learning
2. What elements are necessary for language learning in a classroom?
3. Engage, Study, Activate (ESA)
Section 6 – How engage, study and activate (ESA) fit together in lesson sequences
1. Straight Line ESA
2. Boomerang ESA
3. Patchwork ESA
Review lesson 3 – Language learning and ESA
Engaging the learner through context
1. Lead-in activities
2. Using a text to contextualise target language
3. Other ways to develop a context for the target language
Unit 1 – End of unit test

Online TEFL certification course - Unit 2 - Motivation

Touches on the different types of motivation techniques and issues in the classroom and the teacher’s responsibility.

READ ME FIRST – How to work through Unit 2
Unit 2 reading material PDF file
Section 1 – Motivation
1. Motivation
2. The importance of motivation
3. Different kinds of motivation
Section 2 – The teacher’s responsibility
1. Reflecting on the characteristics of a good teacher
2. Results and conclusions
3. Your responsibility as a teacher
Section 3 – Extrinsic motivation
1. What is extrinsic motivation?
2. Success and its rewards
3. Failure and its penalties
4. Authoritative Demands
5. Tests
6. Competition
Section 4 – Intrinsic motivation and interest
1. What is intrinsic motivation?
2. Ways to build student interest
3. Hints and tips on how to build interest
  1. Clear goals
  2. Varied topics and tasks
  3. Visuals Tension and challenge games
  4. Entertainment activities
  5. Play-acting
  6. Information gap
  7. Personalisation
  8. Open-ended cues
Written assignment 2 – Motivational methods assessment – Trainer assessed with feedback
Section 5 – Fluctuations in student interest
1. Why does student interest go up and down?
2. Managing rises and falls in student interest
Learner motivation and preferences
1. Different types of learner motivation models
2. Other motivation models that impact language learning
3. The role of the teacher in motivating learners
4. Different ways of learning and learner preferences
5. Selecting and adapting material for the individual learner
Building empathy with learners
1. What empathy is in our context
2. What role empathy plays in the classroom
3. How empathy and rapport are connected
4. How to show empathy in the classroom
Review lesson 4 – Motivation
Motivation theories
1. Abraham Maslow
2. Frederick Herzberg
3. David McClelland
4. David Ausubel
5. Jerome Bruner
6. Lev Vygotsky
7. Albert Bandura
8. Robert Gagne
9. B. F. Skinner
10. Video playlist illustrating their theories
Unit 2 – End of unit test

Online TEFL certification course - Unit 3 - Classroom interaction and management

Discusses techniques and theories behind discipline in the classroom. It also looks at teacher behaviour and practical classroom management techniques.

READ ME FIRST – How to work through Unit 4
Unit 4 reading material PDF file
Section 1 – What is grammar?
1. What is grammar?
2. A general description of grammar
3. Grammatical structures
4. Grammatical meaning
Section 2 – Presenting and explaining grammar
1. Presenting and explaining grammar
2. Guidelines for presenting and explaining a new grammatical structure
3. Learning how to explain English grammar
Functional language
1. What is meant by functional language/functional exponents
2. Context and function
3. How to describe language by communicative Function
4. Appropriacy of language
5. Analysing the form of Functional language
6. Things to consider when planning a functional language lesson
Language awareness 1 – tense, aspect and voice
1. Tense and aspect
2. Some common issues with tense and aspect
3. Active and passive Forms
Language awareness 2 – future forms, modals and conditionals
1. Ways of expressing the Future
2. Modality and modal verbs
3. Conditional sentences
Language awareness 3 – noun phrases
1. The structure and use of noun phrases
2. Countable and uncountable nouns
3. Some main uses of articles
4. Relative clauses in noun phrases
5. Common learner difficulties with noun phrases
World Englishes
1. Kachru’s three circles of English
2. Implications of World Englishes on English language teaching
3. Activities to raise learner’s awareness of varieties of English
Pronunciation and phonology
1. The sounds (vowels and consonants) of English
2. The phonemic chart
3. Stressed and weak syllables
4. How to integrate an understanding of the sounds of English and word stress into teaching
Section 3 – Present simple
1. Present simple
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 3 – Present simple – Exercises 1 to 5
Section 4 – Present continuous
1. Present continuous
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 4 – Present continuous – Exercises 6 to 11
Section 5 – Past simple and continuous
1. Past simple and continuous
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 5 – Past simple and continuous – Exercises 12 to 15
Section 6 – Past perfect simple and continuous
1. Past perfect simple and continuous
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 6 – Past perfect simple and continuous – Exercises 16 to 19
Section 7 – Present perfect simple
1. Present perfect simple
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 7 – Present perfect simple – Exercises 20 to 24
Section 8 – Present perfect continuous
1. Present perfect continuous
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 8 – Present perfect continuous – Exercises 25 to 26
Section 9 – Future
1. Future
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 9 – Future – Exercises 27 to 34
Section 10 – Conditionals
1. Conditionals
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 10 – Conditionals – Exercises 35 to 41
Written assignment 5 – Grammar teaching exercises – Trainer assessed with feedback

Online TEFL certification course - Unit 4 - Grammar, language skills, pronunciation and phonology

Introduces basic grammar concepts and guidelines for presenting and teaching grammar.

READ ME FIRST – How to work through Unit 4
Unit 4 reading material PDF file
Section 1 – What is grammar?
1. What is grammar?
2. A general description of grammar
3. Grammatical structures
4. Grammatical meaning
Section 2 – Presenting and explaining grammar
1. Presenting and explaining grammar
2. Guidelines for presenting and explaining a new grammatical structure
3. Learning how to explain English grammar
Functional language
1. What is meant by functional language/functional exponents
2. Context and function
3. How to describe language by communicative Function
4. Appropriacy of language
5. Analysing the form of Functional language
6. Things to consider when planning a functional language lesson
Language awareness 1 – tense, aspect and voice
1. Tense and aspect
2. Some common issues with tense and aspect
3. Active and passive Forms
Language awareness 2 – future forms, modals and conditionals
1. Ways of expressing the Future
2. Modality and modal verbs
3. Conditional sentences
Language awareness 3 – noun phrases
1. The structure and use of noun phrases
2. Countable and uncountable nouns
3. Some main uses of articles
4. Relative clauses in noun phrases
5. Common learner difficulties with noun phrases
World Englishes
1. Kachru’s three circles of English
2. Implications of World Englishes on English language teaching
3. Activities to raise learner’s awareness of varieties of English
Pronunciation and phonology
1. The sounds (vowels and consonants) of English
2. The phonemic chart
3. Stressed and weak syllables
4. How to integrate an understanding of the sounds of English and word stress into teaching
Section 3 – Present simple
1. Present simple
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 3 – Present simple – Exercises 1 to 5
Section 4 – Present continuous
1. Present continuous
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 4 – Present continuous – Exercises 6 to 11
Section 5 – Past simple and continuous
1. Past simple and continuous
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 5 – Past simple and continuous – Exercises 12 to 15
Section 6 – Past perfect simple and continuous
1. Past perfect simple and continuous
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 6 – Past perfect simple and continuous – Exercises 16 to 19
Section 7 – Present perfect simple
1. Present perfect simple
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 7 – Present perfect simple – Exercises 20 to 24
Section 8 – Present perfect continuous
1. Present perfect continuous
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 8 – Present perfect continuous – Exercises 25 to 26
Section 9 – Future
1. Future
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 9 – Future – Exercises 27 to 34
Section 10 – Conditionals
1. Conditionals
2. Form
3. Uses
4. Exercises
Section 10 – Conditionals – Exercises 35 to 41
Written assignment 5 – Grammar teaching exercises – Trainer assessed with feedback

Online TEFL certification course - Unit 5 - How to teach vocabulary

Introduces basic concepts and guidelines for presenting and teaching vocabulary.

READ ME FIRST – How to work through Unit 5
Unit 5 reading material PDF file
Section 1 – Presenting new vocabulary
1. Different ways of presenting new vocabulary
Section 2 – Ideas for vocabulary work in class
1. Ideas for vocabulary work in class
2. Brainstorming around an idea
3. Star diagram example
4. Fill in the blanks
Section 3 – Remembering vocabulary
1. Remembering Vocabulary
2. Task one – run a memory test
3. Task two – tabulate the results
4. Task three – analyse the results
5. Results and teaching implications
Supporting learners with vocabulary
1. How to convey the meaning of vocabulary
2. How to check students’ understanding
3. Focusing on form, spelling and pronunciation of vocabulary
4. The stages of a vocabulary presentation
Supporting learners with structures
1. Conveying the meaning of grammatical structure
2. Checking the understanding of structures
3. Using the board to clearly present form
4. Effective drilling of sentences
5. Decentralising the teacher’s role with a ‘guided discovery’ approach
Review lesson 12 – Teaching vocabulary
Unit 5 – End of unit test

Online TEFL certification course - Unit 6 - How to teach reading and writing

Looks at examples for teaching two of the so-called “four skills” – reading and writing.

READ ME FIRST – How to work through Unit 6
Unit 6 reading material PDF file
Section 1 – What is really involved in reading?
1. Are reading and understanding connected?
2. What is involved in reading?
3. How do we read?
4. Examining how we read
5. Teaching reading guidelines
6. Thinking about teaching the beginning of reading
7. Guidelines for beginning reading
Review lesson 13 – What is really involved in reading?
Section 2 – Real-life reading in the classroom
1. Simulating real-life reading situations
2. A comprehension exercise – part 1
3. A comprehension exercise – part 2
4. A comprehension exercise – part 3
5. Reading tasks other than standard questions
6. Some ideas for reading task activities
Review lesson 14 – Real-life reading in the classroom
Section 3 – What do reading sequences look like?
1. Exploit reading texts to the full
2. Example reading sequences
3. Example 1 – elementary level students – “Attraction”
4. The “Main Attraction”
5. Example 1 – follow-up exercise
6. Example 2 – lower intermediate level students – “Ghosts”
7. Sandford Orcas Manor
8. Example 2 – follow-up exercise
9. Example 3 – intermediate level students – “Sunbathing”
10. Sunbathing
11. Example 3 – follow-up exercises
12. Example 4 – intermediate to advanced level students – “Poetry”
13. Fire and Ice by Robert Frost
14. Example 4 – follow-up exercises
Section 4 – Reading activities
1. More reading activity suggestions
2. Activities you can develop
Planning a receptive skills lesson
1. How to stage an effective receptive skills lesson
2. When to ‘pre-teach’ vocabulary
3. How to design tasks that help learners develop different sub-skills
4. How to incorporate communicative elements in your reading/listening lessons
Section 5 – Written versus spoken text
1. Written and spoken text compared
2. Permanence
3. Explicitness
4. Standard language
5. Detachment
6. The slowness of production, speed of reception
7. A learned skill
8. Sheer amount and importance
9. Organisation
Review lesson 15 – Written versus spoken text
Section 6 – Tasks that stimulate writing
1. Thinking about writing tasks
2. Example writing tasks
3. Book report
4. Book review
5. Instruction sheet
6. Narrative
7. Personal story
8. Describe a view
9. Describe someone
10. Describe people
11. Answer a letter
12. Job application
13. Propose a change
14. News report
15. Ideal school or job
16. Describe a process
17. Film music
Written assignment 6 – Design reading and writing activities – Trainer assessed with feedback
Section 7 – More writing activities
1. More ideas for writing activities
Section 8 – How to use written and spoken material in class
1. Using written and spoken material in class
2. Input and output skills
3. Combining input and output
4. Creating output activities
5. Balancing input and output
6. What input and output show you
7. How to choose input and output activities
8. Potential material selection problems
9. Teaching writing – Basic skills
10. Teaching speaking – Basic skills
11. Teacher talk Specific
12. Strategies/Activities
Planning writing lessons
1. The product approach to writing
2. The process approach to writing
3. Giving Feedback on written work
Unit 6 – End of unit test

Online TEFL certification course - Unit 7 - How to teach speaking and listening

Looks at examples for teaching two of the so-called “four skills” – listening and speaking.

READ ME FIRST – How to work through Unit 7
Unit 7 reading material PDF file
An overview of receptive skills
1. The sub-skills of reading and listening
2. Similarities and differences between reading and listening
3. ‘Top-down’ and ‘bottom-up’ approaches to comprehension
Providing practice of language
1. Controlled and Free practice of language
2. How to design, select and adapt practice tasks
3. Using games to practice language
Section 1 – Practice for verbal fluency
1. Practice for verbal fluency
2. Characteristics of a successful speaking activity
3. Problems with speaking activities
4. What you can do to get around these problems
Review lesson 16 – Verbal fluency
Section 2 – The functions of topic and task
1. The functions of topic and task
2. Exercise: Comparing two activities
3. Topic and task-based activities
4. Exercise: Trying out activities
5. Pros and cons of the activities
Section 3 – Roleplay and related techniques
1. Roleplay and related techniques
2. Dialogue role play
3. Plays
4. Simulations
5. Roleplay
Section 4 – What do speaking activities look like?
1. What do speaking activities look like?
2. Example 1: information gaps (elementary/intermediate)
3. Example 2: surveys (elementary)
4. Example 3: discussion (intermediate/upper intermediate)
5. Example 4: role play (upper-intermediate/advanced)
6. Roleplay extensions
Section 5 – Speaking activities
1. How to use speaking activities
2. Additional speaking activity suggestions
Planning speaking lessons
1. Spoken accuracy and spoken fluency
2. What makes an effective speaking task
3. If, when, and how to correct spoken errors
Section 6 – What is really involved in real-Life listening?
1. Listening is crucial for real-life situations
2. Real-life listening situations
3. Characteristics of real-life listening situations
Section 7 – Real-life listening in the classroom
1. Simulating real-life listening in the classroom
2. Listening texts
3. Listening tasks
Review lesson 17 – Listening
Section 8 – What do listening sequences look like?
1. Example listening sequences
2. Example 1: (elementary)
3. Example 2: (elementary)
4. Example 3: (intermediate)
5. Example 4: (upper-intermediate)
Section 9 – Listening activities
1. Types of listening activities
2. No overt response
3. Stories
4. Songs
5. Entertainment
6. Short response activities
7. Obeying instructions
8. Ticking off items
9. True/false
10. Detecting mistakes
11. Cloze
12. Guessing definitions
13. Skimming and scanning
14. Longer response activities
15. Answering questions
16. Note-taking
17. Summarising
18. Long gap-filling
19. Extended response activities
20. Problem-solving
21. Interpretation
22. What if students don’t understand the audio
23. The problem
24. Reasons why they may not understand
25. Suggested solutions
26. Storytelling
27. Using ready-made material
Written assignment 7 – Design speaking and listening activities – Trainer assessed with feedback
Section 10 – Phonology and pronunciation
1. An introduction to phonology and pronunciation
2. The phonetic alphabet
3. Sounds in combination
4. Plosives
5. Fricatives
6. Intonation
7. Rhythm
8. Stressed and unstressed syllables
9. Long or short stressed vowel sounds
10. Difficult vowel sounds
11. Vowels with different sounds
12. Some difficult consonant sounds
13. Accents
14. General difficulties
15. Vocabulary impact on pronunciation
Section 11 – Example games/exercises for pronunciation
1. Shadow reading
2. Syllables snap
3. Word stress – Pellmanism
4. The “Yes?!” game
5. Sounds brainstorming board race
6. Exercise: Pronunciation problems
7. Audio track 1
8. Audio track 2
9. Audio track 3
10. Audio track 4
Section 12 – How to use written and spoken material in class
1. Using written and spoken material in class
2. Input and output skills
3. Combining input and output
4. Creating output activities
5. Balancing input and output
6. What input and output show you
7. How to choose input and output activities
8. Potential material selection problems
9. Teaching writing – Basic skills
10. Teaching speaking – Basic skills
11. Teacher talk Specific
12. Strategies/Activities
Planning a series of lessons – storyline output
1. What to include in a teaching programme
2. How to assess the needs of the students
3. What to consider when planning a series
4. How to sequence the content
Unit 7 – End of unit test

Online TEFL certification course - Unit 8 - How to plan effective lessons

Looks at lesson structure: language learning, presenting material, explanations and instructions. Explains the lesson planning process and why a plan is necessary. You will also find examples of lesson plans and activities to use in class for students of all levels.

READ ME FIRST – How to work through Unit 8
Unit 8 reading material PDF file
Lesson planning – frameworks
1. The PPP, ESA, CAP Framework
2. How to apply this framework to teaching structures
3. How to apply this framework to teach lexis
4. Some of the pitfalls of this framework
Alternative approaches to lesson planning
1. The ARC, test/teach/test, task-based learning and Dogme approaches to language teaching
2. How to apply these Frameworks
3. Some potential problems of these Frameworks
4. How to choose the right framework for your lesson
Section 1 – How do I plan my lessons effectively?
1. Effective lesson planning
2. What are the aims of a lesson plan?
3. What should be in a lesson plan?
Section 2 – Different lesson components
1. Different lesson components
2. Brainstorm planning exercise
3. Component selection and organisation
4. Guidelines for ordering lesson components
5. Lesson management tips
6. My lesson planning promise
Section 3 – Critique of a sample lesson plan
1. A basic checklist for your critique
2. The sample lesson plan
Section 4 – What are the best kinds of lesson?
1. Evaluating lesson effectiveness
2. Evaluation criteria priority
Teaching young learners
1. The stages that young learners pass through as they grow
2. How to plan a lesson with stirring and settling activities
3. Discipline and some useful routines For managing groups of young learners
4. How to adapt what you have learnt about teaching adults to a young learner setting
Section 5 – Ideas for planning lessons for different age groups
1. Can we make assumptions about age and learning?
2. Some comments about age assumptions
3. Teaching children
4. Using pictures
5. Using stories
6. Teaching adolescents
7. How adolescents like to be taught
Section 6 – Classroom activities
1. Survivor spelling
2. What’s your name?
3. Human bingo – Getting to know you (I)
4. Balls
5. Getting to know a little more about your classmates
6. Draw the teacher
7. Acting adverbs Suppose that …
8. Cut-Up sentence Kabadi
9. Writing ideas
10. Martian
11. Punctuation
12. Good morning balls
13. Air-write
14. Lost in a jungle
15. Intonation fun
16. Truth or lie?
17. Syllables
18. Karaoke
19. Getting to know you (II)
20. Extreme situations
21. Spot the difference
22. Add a word
23. Song puzzle
24. Hangman
25. Simon Says
26. Neither a lender nor a borrower be
27. Ideas for teaching the conditional
List of suggested lesson plan topics
1. Lesson topic ideas
2. Beginner
3. Intermediate
4. Advanced
Samples of lesson plans
1. Beginner
2. Intermediate
3. Advanced
Teaching online an introduction
1. What teaching online involves
2. The characteristics and skills a good online teacher needs
3. Top tips and resources for teaching online
4. Where to find more information on online teaching
Teaching English in different contexts (EAP, ESP and online)
1. Teaching academic English
2. Teaching English for specific purposes
3. Teaching English online
Written assignment 8 – Lesson plan 1 – Beginner – Trainer assessed with feedback
Written assignment 9 – Lesson plan 2 – Intermediate – Trainer assessed with feedback
Written assignment 10 – Lesson plan 3 – Advanced – Trainer assessed with feedback
Unit 8 – End of unit confirmation

Online TEFL certification course - Unit 9 - Observation, Exams and Special Needs

Shows you videos of teachers in action. You will watch each video and then comment on what you observe. We then introduce you to protecting and dealing with vulnerable students (safeguarding), special educational needs (SEN) and popular English exams.

READ ME FIRST – How to work through Unit 9
Unit 9 reading material PDF file
Sample observation answers
Written assignment 11 – Teacher observation – Advanced class – Trainer assessed with feedback
Written assignment 12 – Teacher observation – Beginner class – Trainer assessed with feedback
Written assignment 13 – Teacher observation – Intermediate class – Trainer assessed with feedback
Written assignment 14 – Teacher observation – Online class – Trainer assessed with feedback
An introduction to safeguarding
1. What safeguarding is
2. Common signs of neglect or abuse
3. What actions you may need to take as a teacher
Introduction to special educational needs (SEN)
1. Terminology related to SEN
2. How to recognise signs/symptoms of SEN
3. How to support learners with SEN
Introduction to popular English exams
1. The most popular international English language exams
2. Useful resources you’ll need for exam preparation courses
3. Best practices for teaching exam classes
Unit 9 – End of unit confirmation

Online TEFL certification course - Unit 10 - Information, resources, jobs and ZOOM

Information about jobs, job prospects, teaching resources, using ZOOM as a virtual classroom and other helpful information.

READ ME FIRST – How to work through Unit 10
Unit 10 reading material PDF file
Section 1 – Jobs
1. Types of jobs
2. I want to teach in ……. but I don’t speak the language
3. What is teaching like?
4. Pay and working conditions
5. What about Visas etc.?
6. Travel Visas
7. Work Visas
8. Do I have to make TESOL TEFL a career?
9. Tips for how and when to apply for a job
10. Writing your CV/resume
11. Handling job interviews
12. Moving on
13. Teaching private classes
Section 2 – Teaching
1. Problems you may encounter when teaching
2. Interruptions
3. Homework
4. My country is the best
5. My country has the best food, weather, people, quality of life ……
6. I don’t want to be in class
7. Let’s see what the teacher knows
8. Overcrowded and/or mixed-ability classes
9. False friends and spelling
10. General tips on your relationship with your students
11. Your appearance
12. Private classes – your first face-to-face meeting
Section 3 – Job interviews
1. TEFL job interview questions
2. All you need to know for a TEFL job interview – Part 1
3. All you need to know for a TEFL job interview – Part 2
4. How to prepare for an online TEFL job interview
Section 4 – Employment resources
1. WTS employment resources
2. Other resources
3. Lifetime job placement programme
4. A sample CV/Resume generated by our job placement service
Section 5 – Video tutorial about the ZOOM meeting control panel
1. The video describes the content shown on the ZOOM meeting control panel and gives a short explanation of all the buttons, icons and controls shown on the meeting screen.
2. The video you will watch was created by ZOOM.
Section 6 – Video tutorial about how to share material in your ZOOM virtual classroom
1. The video describes the content shown on the ZOOM meeting control panel and gives a short explanation of all the buttons, icons and controls shown on the meeting screen.
2. The video you will watch was created by ZOOM.
Section 7 – Video tutorial about how to use ZOOM breakout rooms to group your students
1. The video describes how to use ZOOM breakout rooms.
2. The video you will watch was created by ZOOM.
Unit 10 – End of course feedback
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Many English teachers want to teach Business English but don’t know how to. The EBC Teaching Business English Guide explains what teaching business English is all about. How to prepare, methods to follow, how to assess student needs, five excellent role-play lessons, writing company progress reports and much more.

You get our 97 page Teaching Business English Guide (73 Euro value) included with your online TEFL certification course.

EBC TEFL Courses in Madrid and Online - Trinity CertTESOL and CertPT

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Venus Banquil

04:21 19 Apr 25

It's been a week since I completed the EBC TEFL course, and I would describe it in three adjectives: intensive, time-consuming, and totally worth it.

The first two weeks were truly overwhelming; it felt like a real brain drain, from trying to manage my time effectively to simply absorbing everything mentally. The whole experience was mentally exhausting, you really have to get ready for this. The workflow and rhythm were completely different compared to what I was used to, especially with the shift to an online setup. It required major adjustments in almost every aspect, from lesson planning and managing digital tools to keeping up with an overload of information coming at me all at once. At times, it felt like my brain was in overdrive, constantly processing, adapting, and trying to keep everything afloat.

Time management played a crucial role in this course, and it was definitely one of the biggest challenges. Balancing everything wasn’t easy, especially because studying was not something you could just skim through or do passively. There was a significant amount of reading involved, and it wasn’t just about going through the materials—it required deep comprehension. Every reading material had to be thoroughly understood in order to apply the concepts effectively, especially when it came to creating well-structured and meaningful lesson plans. Simply put, reading for the sake of reading wasn’t enough; you had to analyze, reflect, and connect the ideas to your own teaching practices. That level of mental engagement, combined with tight schedules and multiple tasks, really pushed me to develop better time management skills and stay organized throughout the process. The learning curve was steep, and balancing everything was a real challenge.

It was truly a complete package of learning and experience. The teachers were absolutely amazing—smart, supportive, and deeply committed to helping us succeed. Whatever questions we had, they were always there to guide us, making sure we understood what was needed to pass and thrive in the course. Their support went far beyond simple assistance; they were incredibly generous with their knowledge, offering insights not just for lesson planning, but also for exams and preparing for interviews. Honestly, the word “assistance” feels too shallow to describe the kind of wisdom and encouragement they shared with us.

I thought the 20 days training felt like long, but as I immersed myself in the process, time flew by. And now, looking back, I genuinely miss it. I miss the lessons, the routine, and especially the classmates who eventually became like a fellowship—a community built on sharing ideas, struggles, and encouragement. Some of the tasks and questions were tough, but that’s where the strength of the group came in. We supported each other, collaborated, and pushed one another toward better understanding and better outcomes.

The course was totally worth it because it provided not only theoretical knowledge but also practical skills that I can directly apply in real teaching scenarios. It challenged me to grow both personally and professionally, pushing me out of my comfort zone and helping me build confidence. Beyond the lessons, the experience created meaningful connections and lasting memories that made the entire journey even more valuable.
I miss all of it—the learning, the connections, and the journey itself.

Girlie Dioso Pagarigan

05:24 02 Apr 25

I am from the Philippines, and my EBC online Trinity CertTESOL course, which ended on January 31, 2025, presented a significant challenge due to the time difference between Madrid and my country. For almost 20 days, I stayed up until 3:00 in the morning because our classes ran from 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM Philippine time, and I also had to work on my lesson plans. Though the schedule was exhausting, the experience was incredibly enriching and rewarding.

My journey in the TEFL course has been a true blessing. Why? Because I transformed from someone with no formal teaching background into a resourceful and adaptable teacher. The opportunity to teach actual learners from different parts of the world was both exciting and educational. This experience not only enhanced my teaching skills but also broadened my perspective on global education. It was a journey of growth, learning, and inspiration that I will always cherish.

Bea Abrigo

10:41 01 Apr 25

Completing the Certesol TEFL course at EBC TEFL Madrid has been an incredibly rewarding experience. The program provided a solid foundation in English language teaching, blending theory with practical application in a way that was both challenging and enriching.

What stood out most was the hands-on approach to learning. The observed teaching practice sessions gave me the confidence to step into a real classroom setting, while the detailed feedback from experienced trainers helped me improve lesson planning, classroom management, and instructional techniques.

The trainers at EBC were knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely invested in our growth. Their guidance and encouragement created a supportive learning environment that made a huge difference throughout the intensive course.

Response from the owner 19:13 01 Apr 25

Thanks, and we wish you the best.

Kim Gomez

00:05 01 Apr 25

I took an online TEFL course with EBC Madrid, and it was an incredibly intense but rewarding experience. The training really pushed me out of my comfort zone and challenged my capabilities. At first, I was quite worried since I had no prior background in teaching, but the instructors and staff were extremely supportive, approachable, and always willing to helop. Their guidance made the four weeks much more manageable and even enjoyable.

Despite the intensity of the program, I’m truly grateful for everything I learned and for the opportunity to grow alongside my classmates. The experience was both challenging and fulfilling, and I would highly recommend EBC Madrid to anyone looking for a solid TESOL/TEFL certification. 😊

Response from the owner 19:13 01 Apr 25

Time flew on your course because you guys were great. Thanks for your kind words.

aldrin liper

15:26 31 Mar 25

Although extremely demanding, the EBC Trinity CertTESOL course was incredibly rewarding. It was clear from the start that the goal of this program was to challenge trainees to reach their maximum potential in the most beneficial way possible. The course's successful fusion of theory and real-world application was one of its highlights.

For someone with a few years of teaching background, participating in educational opportunities and engaging interactive sessions was especially beneficial. They motivated me to expand my boundaries and consistently enhance my abilities. Furthermore, I was fortunate to share this experience with remarkable individuals, which rendered the journey even more pleasurable. The trainers offered significant support; they supplied invaluable feedback throughout the process, assisting me in pinpointing areas for improvement and acknowledging my strengths. They ensured that we received the essential guidance to thrive despite the demanding nature of the program.

The practical experience, along with a nurturing educational atmosphere, positions EBC as an excellent option for individuals aiming to launch a TESOL career. Although the course requires a considerable amount of dedication, which can be especially tough for those working full-time like myself, EBC guarantees that you are adequately equipped for a prosperous future in TEFL.

Response from the owner 19:12 01 Apr 25

Thank you very much.

Leela Andrea Alconcel

06:14 19 Mar 25

Before enrolling in EBC’s online TEFL course, I had already completed TESOL training, but this experience took my understanding to a whole new level. It was intense, challenging, and at times overwhelming, but ultimately, it was one of the most rewarding learning experiences I’ve had.

The course followed an outcome-based approach, meaning the way we were taught mirrored how we were expected to teach. It wasn’t just about theory—it was about application. Despite being online, the program was highly interactive, engaging, and structured in a way that truly prepared us for real-world teaching.

Balancing life, work, and the rigorous four-week training was tough, but it shaped me into a more confident, student-centered educator. The teaching practice was nerve-wracking at first—teaching online while being observed felt overwhelming—but over time, I found my rhythm. The diverse students we worked with made the experience even more enriching.

The instructors were another highlight. Even in a virtual setting, they created a supportive and motivating learning environment. Their passion for teaching was contagious, and I often found myself emulating their techniques.

If you're serious about becoming a top-notch English teacher, I highly recommend this program. It’s demanding but incredibly rewarding, equipping you with the skills, confidence, and real teaching experience to make an impact in any classroom—online or in-person.

Response from the owner 19:12 01 Apr 25

The course was challenging for all tutors and trainees, but you all performed exceptionally well. Made it a pleasure to teach your group. Thanks for your kind words.

Rhennafel Paculba

23:45 18 Mar 25

My journey in earning the CERT TESOL from EBC Trinity has been both rewarding and transformative. Throughout the course, I gained valuable insights into effective language teaching strategies, especially in enhancing students' listening and reading skills through vocabulary instruction.

The course provided me with a solid foundation in teaching methodologies, lesson planning, and classroom management. One of the most impactful aspects of the program was learning how to create engaging and meaningful activities that cater to different learning styles. This knowledge has significantly improved my ability to deliver clear and effective lessons, both in traditional classrooms and online platforms like Zoom.

Incorporating what I learned in my CERT TESOL studies with my hospitality background and previous teaching experience has allowed me to connect with students in a dynamic way. I now feel more confident in designing lessons that are interactive, practical, and tailored to meet learners' language goals.

Passing the CertTESOL with MERIT have significantly enhanced my confidence and teaching effectiveness. These certifications have equipped me with the skills to design dynamic, learner-focused lessons that cater to diverse educational needs.

Completing the CERT TESOL has empowered me with the skills and confidence to inspire my students while fostering a positive and enriching learning environment. As I continue my journey as a language teacher, I am committed to applying these skills to support my students' growth and language proficiency.

I highly recommend EBC Trinity’s to educators seeking to strengthen their teaching strategies, connect with learners effectively, and advance their professional growth.

To Iza and Georgia, thank you so much!

Response from the owner 19:11 01 Apr 25

It was nice having you on the course and thank you very much for your kind words.

christian daryll pongos

14:56 14 Mar 25

I finished my CertTESOL a week ago, and I can honestly say it was worth every bit of effort, time, and money. The course was intense—there were moments when I felt completely drained—but it pushed me in all the right ways. From lesson planning to real teaching practice, everything was hands-on and practical.

One of the best parts was the support from both tutors/trainers, the management, and my awesome classmates. The feedback were all constructive, sometimes tough, but always useful. I've been teaching for over seven years, and this course has been incredibly valuable. It refined my techniques, introduced new perspectives, and reinforced key teaching principles that I can apply in my classes. Even with my experience, I found myself learning and improving in ways I hadn’t expected. I walked away feeling more confident in my teaching abilities and with a much better understanding of how to engage students effectively.

If you're considering taking CertTESOL, just be prepared to work hard. It’s not an easy ride, but if you put in the effort, you’ll come out of it a much stronger teacher. Definitely worth it!

By the way, I Passed with Merit, and I can proudly say I am now an international English Language Teacher. Thank you so much, EBC! More power!

Response from the owner 19:11 01 Apr 25

Thank you very much for your kind words. On behalf of everyone at EBC, all the best!

Rona Acosta

12:42 28 Feb 25

My experience with EBC has been truly amazing and worthwhile. Why? Because you are guaranteed to be in the right hands. Powerful and highly supportive instructors and mentors will guide you every step of the way. Additionally, the learning platform and materials are well-provided and easy to navigate. EBC truly transforms its learners into competitive individuals. At EBC, you will never be left behind.

Response from the owner 19:10 01 Apr 25

Time flew on your course because you guys were great. Thanks for your kind words.

Nickee P

20:26 26 Feb 25

I completed this course in January and found it to be an overwhelmingly positive and impact full experience! I learned so much and feel like I have a great foundation on which to build my TEFL career. Thank you so much to my trainers Isa, Georgina and Tita!

Response from the owner 19:08 01 Apr 25

It was nice having you on the course and thank you very much for your kind words.

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