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TEFL 457 ENGLISH FOR YOUNG LEARNERS
Credits: 3 (3, 0, 0) Prerequisite: TEFL 351

This course aims to provide students with the theoretical and practical aspects of Teaching
English to Young Learners (TEYL). More specifically, the course addresses issues related to
theories of learning, learning strategies for young children, teaching-learning activities,
classroom methods and techniques used in TEYL (games, songs and visual materials) and their
use in teaching and assessment of young English learners.

TEFL 458 ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES
Credits: 3 (3, 0, 0) Prerequisite: TEFL 351, TEFL 452

The course deals with varieties of English, their uses and modes of classifying them. The course
involves a practical examination and analysis of texts from different professions such as
medicine, business, hospitality, law, etc.

TEFL 459 PRACTICUM
Credits: 3 (3, 0, 0) Prerequisite: TEFL 351

This course is designed for trainees in TEFL. It helps them to strengthen their practical teaching
skills. First, trainees learn about teaching in TEFL I and TEFL II courses (through reading and in-
class teaching assignments). Next, they take part in a series of responsibilities, including
observations of other teachers, reporting on those observations, practice teaching, keeping
teaching reflections in a personal teaching journal, and receiving feedback from the trainer.

TEFL 492 COOPERATIVE LEARNING
Credits: 10 Prerequisite: Department Approval

The aim of the course is to provide students with an opportunity to join a professional program
of TEFL within an actual paid work environment, and according to a suggested work plan of
training. The duration of the program is 7 months at an approved female educational institution
by the college. The evaluation and supervision of the student’s performance are provided by
both the aforementioned institution and the department.