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  • Contact Card

    Contact card of the module : Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)

    Faculty : Letters and Foreign Languages

    Department: English Department 

    Level of Students: Master One : Linguistics 

    Academic Year: 2023-2024  

    Semester: First Semester 

    Coefficient :01 

    Teaching Hours:35 hours 

    Evaluation: Exam and Continuous Evaluation(TD)

    Teacher: Karima LADJEL 

    Professional Email: Karima.ladjel@univ-msila.dz


  • Objectives

    The TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) module within the Master One program at the university offers an in-depth exploration of pedagogical approaches and methods tailored for English language instruction. The primary objective of this module is to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of diverse teaching methodologies, encompassing communicative language teaching, task-based learning, and content-based instruction. Students delve into various learning theories, gaining insights into cognitive, constructivist, and sociocultural perspectives, and learning how these theories can be effectively applied in EFL (English as a Foreign Language) classrooms. The module further emphasizes the practical aspects of teaching, focusing on lesson planning strategies that cater to diverse learner needs and abilities. Additionally, students learn to assess student outcomes through varied evaluation techniques, ensuring they can gauge language proficiency and adapt their teaching strategies accordingly. Overall, the TEFL module empowers students with the knowledge and skills necessary to create dynamic, learner-centered EFL environments, fostering effective English language acquisition.

  • Evaluation and Background

    Before attending the TEFL course in the Master One program, students are expected to have a solid foundation in English language proficiency and a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of language teaching. This includes a grasp of essential grammatical structures, proficiency in language skills such as listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and an awareness of diverse English language varieties. Additionally, a basic knowledge of language acquisition theories and an understanding of the cultural aspects influencing language learning would be beneficial. Familiarity with educational concepts and a general awareness of global issues in language education can further enhance the student's readiness for the course. Overall, a strong background in English language studies, coupled with an enthusiasm for effective language instruction, forms a valuable precursor to engaging with the complexities of the TEFL course at the Master One level.

  • Units of the Module in the Second Semester

    1.      Lesson Plan
    1.1.  Samples of Lesson Plan
    1.2.  Components of a lesson Plan
    1.3.  The importance of lesson planning process
    1.4.  Teaching Materials
    1.5.  Teaching activities
    2.      Roles of Teachers
    3.      Characteristics of Effective Teachers
    4.      Teaching Language Skills
    4.1.  Teaching Receptive skills
    4.2.  Teaching productive skills
    5.      Evaluation, assessment, and measurement
    5.1.  Types of Assessments
    5.2.  Definition and types of tests
    5.3.  Criteria considered when formulating a test
    6.      Error Vs Mistake Correction
    6.1.  Sources of Errors
    6.2.  Strategies to Correct Errors
    7.      Curriculum Vs syllabus
    8.      Learning Styles
    Classroom Management

  • Type of Evaluation

    Exams and Tests 

    Discussions


  • Lesson 01: Teaching Methods

  • Lesson 02: Lesson Plan

  • Lesson 03: Assessment and Evaluation

  • LESSON 04: TEST AND ERROR CORRECTION

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