American English LIVE Teacher Development Series 14 begins on May 11, 2022! The six online seminars of the series will cover a variety of topics intended for teachers of English or future teachers of English around the world. Topics include Social-Emotional Learning, Multi-Level Classrooms, and English for Specific Purposes: Teaching about Climate Change in the EFL classroom.
The Office of English Language Programs is also celebrating the 60th Anniversary of English Teaching Forum (FORUM) in 2022. We have officially launched the celebration with a series of webinars, all presented by past authors of FORUM, regular social media posts highlighting and celebrating the 60th Anniversary, and much more. The social media toolkit can be found in SharePoint and Box. Please use to plan activities you may want to do to celebrate FORUM in 2022 and to amplify this celebration.
Online Professional English Network (OPEN) MOOCs: English for Media Literacy, English for Career Development, English for Science, Technology, and Mathematics (STEM), Content Based Instruction, TESOL Methodology, English for Journalism, English for Business & Entrepreneurship, English for Media Literacy for Educators, are open for enrollment. More details about all MOOCs and links can be found below.
Check out our latest set of materials and project, Sing Out Loud Word Play. Word Play is an exciting program between American English, American Music Abroad, and American Voices to bring music and lyrics into the English language classroom around the world. These materials include .mp3’s of original music by American Music Abroad musicians, lesson plans, activities, and a video series all of which are downloadable to use in the classroom. Be sure to check out these great resources on the American English Website.
Be sure to check out our American English Materials. You can find copies of our materials at the following links. The Global Guide to English Language Programming in American Spaces can be found in Box and on the American English Website. The updated Picture U.S. edition 2021, is in Box and on the AE website. The Online Program Material Guides – Teacher’s Guide to Creating Lessons with MOOCs, MOOC Camp Guide for Facilitators, and Virtual Watch Party guide is in Box and on the AE website.
| All Current MOOC enrollment links can be found at: https://www.openenglishprograms.org/MOOC
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ English for Media Literacy for Educators (Self-Paced)- OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT- English for Media Literacy for Educators (EML-E) is an exciting MOOC designed to introduce you to the theory and practice of teaching about media literacy in the English as a foreign language (EFL) classroom. Through informative videos and practical readings, you will explore approaches for teaching English for media literacy that are not only effective but engaging and enlightening. You will learn theory and strategies necessary for successful media literacy instruction for students of various ages and levels of English proficiency. In the media literacy education context, you will also gain new ideas for teaching students how to analyze, critique and communicate their thoughts in English. In addition, you will gain useful knowledge and resources that you can share with your education colleagues and others who are interested in this critical 21st century skill – media literacy. Through weekly participation in this MOOC, you will have the opportunity to share ideas with peers and apply course content to your teaching context. Get ready to learn about EML-E and be part of an international learning community with teachers around the world! Dates to remember Enrollment Closes: June 28, 2022 Course End Date: July 5, 2022 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Content-Based Instruction (Facilitated)- OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT This course is designed for teachers who are already teaching – or are preparing soon to teach – content-based instruction (CBI). We define CBI as instruction where the content (which could be math, history, science, etc.) is taught in a language that the students are still in the process of learning. In this MOOC, we will focus on the case of EFL. CBI courses present teachers with the challenge of balancing the teaching of both language and content. The ideal way to strike this balance will differ, depending on the teaching context. This MOOC was designed to prepare participants for future decision-making and problem-solving in the area of CBI. Course Starts: April 18, 2022 Enrollment Closes: May 23, 2022 Course End Date: May 30, 2022 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ TESOL Methodology (Self-Paced)- OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT This course, provided by the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), is designed to provide you with current methodologies for teaching English learners (ELs) of different ages in many learning contexts. You will discuss and practice a wide variety of strategies and techniques for teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL). While exploring best practices for teaching listening, speaking, reading, and writing, including grammar and vocabulary, you will learn how to create an effective and communicative language classroom for all learners. In addition, you will examine what best practices mean in the context of teaching English in the 21st century, where English is an international language, and the use of English incorporates modern technologies. Dates to remember Enrollment Opens: April 11, 2022 Course Starts: April 11, 2022 Enrollment Closes: June 28, 2022 Course End Date: July 5, 2022 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ English for Career Development (Self-Paced)- OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT – English for Career Development a five-module, self-paced MOOC. This course is designed for non-native English speakers who are interested in advancing their careers in the global marketplace. In this course, you will learn about the job search, application, and interview process in the United States, while comparing and contrasting the same process in your home country. This course will also give you the opportunity to explore your global career path while building your vocabulary and improving your language skills to achieve your professional goals. In this course, you will review the job application process, learn strategies for identifying jobs that match your skills and interests, develop skills to produce a professional-looking resume and cover letter, and improve your networking and interview skills. Dates to remember Enrollment Closes: June 20, 2022 Course End Date: June 27, 2022 English for Science, Technology, and Mathematics (STEM) (Self-Paced) – OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT –This course is designed for non-native English speakers who are interested in improving their English skills in the sciences. In this course, you will explore some of the most innovative areas of scientific study while expanding your vocabulary and the language skills needed to share scientific information within your community. In Module 1, you will learn how to preview texts and practice some of the language used to make comparisons when talking about global warming and climate change. In Module 2, you will examine the chemistry of climate change and the language of cause and effect. In Module 3, you will learn about some of the impacts of Climate Change and the language used to describe these effects. In Module 4, you will learn reading strategies that can help you explore the science behind some new energy systems. In Module 5, you will investigate practical advances in nanotechnology that help slow down climate change, while developing your own research skills in English. This is a self-paced course, which will be open for 12 weeks. Participants can complete coursework at any time during these 12 weeks. The course has 5 modules; each module will require approximately 3-5 hours of work. Dates to remember Enrollment Closes: June 20, 2022 Course End Date: June 27, 2022 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ English for Journalism (Self-Paced)- OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT –This course is designed for non-native English speakers interested in developing the skills needed for a career in modern journalism. In this course, you will explore print and digital media while expanding your vocabulary and increasing your ability to research and develop local and global news stories. Module One will provide an introduction to the history and principles of journalism. In Module Two, you will learn how to research, pitch, and interview. Module Three will focus on the language for writing newspaper and magazine articles. Module Four will cover the basics of broadcasting the news. Module Five will focus on the growth, impact, and challenges of the digital media age. This is a self-paced course, which will be open for 12 weeks. Participants can complete coursework at any time during these 12 weeks. The course has 5 modules; each module will require approximately 3-5 hours of work. Dates to remember Enrollment Closes: June 20, 2022 Course End Date: June 27, 2022 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ English for Business and Entrepreneurship (Self-Paced)-OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT –This course is designed for non-native English speakers who are interested in improving their language skills and knowledge of business and entrepreneurship at the same time. From identifying an opportunity to planning a persuasive pitch, this course will guide you step-by-step through the basic elements of starting up a new business. Through selected readings and video lectures, you will learn how to use market research to identify risks and opportunities. You will learn how to read and develop a business plan and how to find investors and financial support. Finally, you will learn strategies for making a pitch to present your business concept. Dates to remember Enrollment Closes: June 20, 2022 Course End Date: June 27, 2022 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ English for Media Literacy (Self-Paced)- OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT –This course is designed for non-native English speakers who are interested in improving their language skills and knowledge of the media at the same time. In this course, participants will investigate how media has changed over time. They will explore the world of advertising and identify targeted marketing strategies, analyze sources, detect bias, and examine how diversity representation in media influences individual identity and society. This course provides the opportunity to develop a broader understanding of the role media plays in our lives while building the vocabulary and language skills needed to analyze what we read and watch. Dates to remember Enrollment Closes: June 20, 2022 Course End Date: June 27, 2022 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Promo graphics for current MOOCs can be found here in Box: https://app.box.com/s/f0ok6q078a6h7oe7ka761jddmc7tsx9l |
| English Teaching Forum
New Issue: The most recent issue of the English Language Forum is now available on the American English website. This landmark issue (Volume 60, Number 1) issue features the anniversary logo on the cover and the first of four “reflections” articles looking back on the long history of the journal. A “multimodal” theme dominates the two full-length articles; one focuses on the use of multimodal materials, and the other provides an in-depth look at multimodal digital composition. Other articles offer new twists on using mingles and a step-by-step guide for helping beginner-level learners create narrative flipbooks. The My Classroom article highlights a teacher at a refugee camp in Lebanon and was written by our very own Sandra Story. Congratulations on the article, Sandra! Other countries represented in the issue are the United States, Switzerland, and Malaysia. Please spread the word about this new issue and about the ongoing 60th-anniversary activities. Thank you all for your support! Link: https://americanenglish.state.gov/resources/english-teaching-forum-volume-60-number-1 Shortened Link: https://bit.ly/3tLdiEC |
