By the end of this course, students will be able to
- Compare and contrast their experience with that they gained the SUNY New Paltz program in terms of learner profile, mentor support and school environment.
- Distinguish different learner groups in terms of their age and level of proficiency
- Distinguish different school community in terms of the type of school and addressed learner group.
- Analyze previously acquired teaching related knowledge and skills through further reading, observation and in class activities in order to develop a professional view of the field of ELT.
- Discuss their observation experience and their mentor teacher’s language teaching methods and techniques
- Design effective lessons that adapt the materials given in the coursebook according to the needs of the learners.
- Develop materials relevant for the needs of the students and appropriate for the nature of the lesson
- Reflect on their observation and teaching through completing relevant tasks
- Evaluate their and their partner’s teaching experience through providing constructive feedback