Blended Learning Course

Graduates of our CertTESOL course recieve a 50€ discount on this course, meaning they only pay 175€.
If you are in the process of registering for a CertTESOL course with us, simply indicate on the application form that you want to do this course.

If you have already completed a CertTESOL course with us in the past, e-mail us to let us know that you want to do this course.

Aim of the course

Blended Learning refers to combining face-to-face with online instruction. Many language learners find blended learning can be a very effective way to improve their English, combining elements of flexibility without sacrificing face-to-face contact with a teacher which is usually crucial to success.

By the end of the course you will have a greater understanding of how blended learning works and what to consider when creating a blended learning program. You will also be introduced to several online applications and learn to utilize these tools to create activities that enhance the effectiveness of your lessons and involve students more directly in the learning process.

This 20-hour course will help you understand how you can create a blended course for students by looking at the tools available and the principles which underpin using them effectively.

Is the Blended Learning course for you?

Blended learning is likely to increase in popularity for language learners in the coming years as they recognise the practical and pedagogical advantages. Teachers and schools will need to adapt traditional face-to-face modes of learning to meet this demand. This course will help to prepare you for the challenge of making blended learning work for your language learners, ensuring the right technology gets used in the right way for the right reasons.

This course is suitable for any teacher with an interest in familiarising themselves with tools and strategies for incorporating electronic media into their current teaching or designing courses which incorporate electronic media from the outset (blended courses).

It is not necessary to have any specific prior technical knowledge beyond an e-mail account, though it is useful to familiarise yourself with some basic features such as blogs and wikis (see recommended reading and weblinks below).

Course content

This 20 hour online course is run over three weeks giving you the flexibility to combine it with your working schedule or other commitments. You will have approximately 7 hours of work per week and will be required to adhere to weekly deadlines. The tasks are varied, dynamic and practical allowing you to take them straight into your classroom. One of our experienced teacher trainers will be working closely with you to give you oral and written feedback on all the work you submit.

A typical course timetable looks like this (although there may be some variations depending on the needs of the participants):

The trainers

Our trainers are highly experienced and qualified teachers and teacher trainers with special interest and experience in creating dynamic and enjoyable online training courses.

Assessment and certification

To pass the course and receive the certificate you will have to:>

• Complete 100% of the course tasks to a satisfactory standard.

The OxfordTEFL Blended Learning extension Certificate will state that you have passed the course, outline the components of the course in detail and state the length of the course.

Testimonials

I took a Blended Learning Course to become familiar with various learning environments and the most effective ways to blend them. I’ve created my own virtual learning classroom and my students seem to love attending it.

Nadya Burenina

I knew very little about how blended learning worked and I had no previous knowledge about technology.I was afraid that it might be too difficult but it was just perfect and the teacher was always there. I found it very interesting, very useful and I feel I’ve learned a lot. I’m just looking forward to using all that I’ve learnt in my classes and take advantage of it. Thanks!

Anna Marcer                               

Recommended reading

Blended Learning by Pete Sharma and Barney Barrett, (MacMillan 2008)
How to Teach English with Tecnology by Gavin Dudeney and Nicky Hockly, (Pearson Longman 2007)

You may also visit Pete Sharma's website.

If you have any questions or enquiries about this course, please don't hesitate to contact us, and a member of our team will be happy to answer you.