{"id":6656,"date":"2021-04-23T09:42:24","date_gmt":"2021-04-23T08:42:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studyinireland.ie\/?page_id=6656"},"modified":"2026-06-12T17:32:44","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T16:32:44","slug":"intensive-general-english","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/teachertraining.studyinireland.ie\/en\/intensive-general-english\/","title":{"rendered":"Intensive General English"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h1 style=\"text-align: left\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Intensive General English Course for Teachers<\/h1>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Intensive General English course for teachers<\/strong> at ISI Dublin is designed for educators, education professionals and Erasmus+ participants who want a full-time English programme with additional Special Topics and Elective classes in Dublin.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Intensive General English course for teachers format<\/h2>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>25 hours per week: 15 hours of General English + 5 hours of Special Topics + 5 hours of Elective classes<\/li>\n<li>Class times: 08:00 \u2013 09:00, 09:00 \u2013 12:15, and 12:25 \u2013 13:25<\/li>\n<li>Suitable for participants from A1 to C1 level<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Course description<\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Intensive English course for Erasmus participants<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This Intensive General English course gives teachers and Erasmus+ participants the opportunity to develop their English language skills, grammar, vocabulary and confidence through a more intensive weekly timetable. The course is delivered by ISI Dublin\u2019s experienced English language teachers, with a focus on communicative methodology and authentic, everyday interaction to promote real-life language use.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This course is part of our <a href=\"https:\/\/teachertraining.studyinireland.ie\/erasmus-courses-for-teachers-in-dublin\/\">Erasmus courses for teachers in Dublin<\/a>, designed for educators who want to improve their English, develop professionally and experience Dublin as part of their Erasmus+ mobility programme.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">25-hour English course for teachers<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>General English:<\/strong> Participants are assessed 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.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The programme covers general English skills, pronunciation activities, communicative exercises, writing assignments with feedback, communicative projects and progress tests with feedback. Using a communicative approach, participants focus on real-life communication, exchanging ideas, opinions and experiences that are meaningful and lasting.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<section class=\"vc_cta3-container\"><div class=\"vc_general vc_do_cta3 vc_cta3 vc_cta3-style-classic vc_cta3-shape-rounded vc_cta3-align-justify vc_cta3-color-classic vc_cta3-icon-size-md vc_cta3-actions-right\"><div class=\"vc_cta3_content-container\"><div class=\"vc_cta3-content\"><header class=\"vc_cta3-content-header\"><h4>Ready to book your Teacher Programme in Dublin?<\/h4><\/header><p>Complete our online booking form to register your interest, select your course, add accommodation if required and choose your preferred payment method.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"vc_cta3-actions\"><div class=\"vc_btn3-container  wpb_animate_when_almost_visible wpb_fadeInUp fadeInUp vc_btn3-inline vc_do_btn\" ><a class=\"vc_general vc_btn3 vc_btn3-size-md vc_btn3-shape-rounded vc_btn3-style-modern vc_btn3-color-default\" href=\"https:\/\/teachertraining.studyinireland.ie\/en\/book-your-teacher-programme-in-dublin\/\" title=\"\">Book Your Course<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Special Topics and Electives:<\/strong> In addition to the 15 hours of General English, participants follow 5 hours of Special Topics and 5 hours of Elective classes per week. This English course with Special Topics and Electives allows teachers and Erasmus+ participants to explore professional, cultural and communication-focused themes while developing their English in a dynamic international environment.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you prefer a lighter weekly timetable, you can also view our <a href=\"https:\/\/teachertraining.studyinireland.ie\/semi-intensive-general-english\/\">Semi-intensive General English course for teachers<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Special Topics and Electives options include<\/h2>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Diversity, multiculturalism and inclusion<\/li>\n<li>Resilience and well-being<\/li>\n<li>Communication and collaboration<\/li>\n<li>Technology and social media<\/li>\n<li>Sustainable development<\/li>\n<li>AI and innovation<\/li>\n<li>Climate change and environmental sustainability<\/li>\n<li>Irish culture and history<\/li>\n<li>Critical thinking<\/li>\n<li>Drama in the classroom<\/li>\n<li>Creativity and fostering imagination<\/li>\n<li>Digital game-based learning<\/li>\n<li>General conversation for A1\/B1 levels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Check our available start dates in the <a href=\"https:\/\/teachertraining.studyinireland.ie\/special-topics-for-teachers\/\">Special Topics calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Who this course is for<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This course is ideal for teachers, education professionals and Erasmus+ participants looking for an Intensive English course in Dublin. It is suitable for participants who want to improve their spoken and written English for work, study, classroom communication or personal development.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Related teacher programmes and useful information<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you are comparing course options, ISI Dublin also offers other Erasmus+ teacher training and English language programmes in Dublin.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/teachertraining.studyinireland.ie\/semi-intensive-general-english\/\">Semi-intensive General English Course for Teachers<\/a> for participants who prefer a 20-hour weekly programme with General English and Special Topics or Electives.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/teachertraining.studyinireland.ie\/clil-methodology\/\">CLIL Methodology Course for Teachers<\/a> for non-native teachers who want to develop practical Content and Language Integrated Learning skills.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/teachertraining.studyinireland.ie\/teacher-groups\/\">Teacher Group Programmes<\/a> for schools, universities and education organisations looking for customised group training in Dublin.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/teachertraining.studyinireland.ie\/isi-dublin-fees\/\">Teacher training fees in Dublin<\/a> for current course prices, accommodation fees and airport transfer information.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/teachertraining.studyinireland.ie\/host-family-accommodation-in-dublin\/\">Host family accommodation<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/teachertraining.studyinireland.ie\/student-residence-accommodation-dublin\/\">student residence accommodation<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/teachertraining.studyinireland.ie\/hostel-accommodation-in-dublin\/\">hostel accommodation<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/teachertraining.studyinireland.ie\/hotel-accommodation-dublin\/\">hotel accommodation<\/a> options for your stay in Dublin.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<section class=\"vc_cta3-container\"><div class=\"vc_general vc_do_cta3 vc_cta3 vc_cta3-style-classic vc_cta3-shape-rounded vc_cta3-align-justify vc_cta3-color-classic vc_cta3-icon-size-md vc_cta3-actions-right\"><div class=\"vc_cta3_content-container\"><div class=\"vc_cta3-content\"><header class=\"vc_cta3-content-header\"><h4>Are you wondering what is your level of English?<\/h4><\/header><p>Take the test online anywhere, anytime. 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