Teacher Programme - Semi-Intensive General English

Format

  • 20 hours per week: 15 hours of General English + 5 hours of Special Topics OR 5 hours of Electives classes
  • Class times: 08:00 – 12:15 OR 09:00 – 12:15, and 12:25 – 13:25
  • Suitable for students from A1 to C1 level

Course Description

The Semi-Intensive General English course offers participants the opportunity to strengthen their language skills, grammar, and vocabulary in a supportive international environment. Classes are led by ISI’s experienced ESL teachers, using a communicative methodology focused on practical, everyday communication.

Course Content

General English: Participants are tested and placed in the appropriate CEFR level. The course includes orientation, needs analysis, setting learning outcomes, language focus and skills workshops, assessment of learning, one-to-one feedback, and a certificate presentation.

The course covers general English skills, pronunciation activities, communicative exercises, writing assignments with feedback, communicative projects, assessment of learning outcomes, and progress tests with feedback. Using a communicative approach, students focus on real-life communication, exchanging ideas, opinions, and experiences that are meaningful and long-lasting.

Special Topics: In addition to the 15-hour General English programme, this 25-hour programme includes 10 specialised elective lessons per week, which can be chosen before arrival.

Special Topics Options Include:

  • Diversity, Multiculturalism, and Inclusion
  • Resilience and Well-being
  • Communication and Collaboration
  • Technology and Social Media
  • Sustainable Development
  • AI and Innovation
  • Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability
  • Irish Culture and History
  • Critical Thinking
  • Drama in the Classroom
  • Creativity/Fostering Imagination
  • Digital Game-based Learning
  • General Conversation (A1/B1)

Check out our available start dates here.

Who This Course Is For

This course is ideal for professionals, students, or individuals seeking to improve their English skills for work, study, or personal development.

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