Intensive English Course for Teachers and Educators
Would you like to communicate more confidently with international colleagues and Erasmus+ partners?
This intensive language course develops practical English for professional, educational, social and everyday situations through active communication.
Activity Type: Physical Mobility
Duration: 1-week course for professionals from all Erasmus+ eligible countries
Target Group: Teachers, trainers, adult educators, academic staff, school leaders, educational coordinators and other education professionals from all educational levels
Course Language: English
Available Dates and Locations: View confirmed course sessions
Building Confidence for International Communication
This practical English language course offers an immersive learning experience for adult education professionals who want to improve their communication skills in an international context.
The course combines language development with interactive activities, real-life communication, and cultural exchange. Participants focus on speaking, listening, vocabulary, and practical grammar through engaging tasks. It is designed for four levels of knowledge:
- Basic: without prior knowledge (A1)
- Pre-Intermediate: with some prior elementary knowledge (A2/B1)
- Intermediate: perfect to refresh your knowledge and improve your skills (B2)
- Advanced: ideal to practice your wide range of language knowledge in an immersion context (C1+)
The programme also introduces elements of using English in professional settings, including collaboration, discussion, and sharing practices with international peers, supporting both formal learning and informal language development.
By the end of the week, participants will feel more confident using English in everyday and professional situations, and better prepared to communicate in international environments.
Learning Outcomes
Language Proficiency:
- Vocabulary: Expand their vocabulary to enable them to communicate a wider range of topics effectively.
- Communication: Enhance spoken and written fluency, including pronunciation and intonation.
- Grammar: Develop a strong grasp of English grammar, including sentence structures.
- Listening Comprehension: Improve their ability to understand and interpret different speakers from different regions.
Teaching Skills:
- Pedagogical Techniques for people working with CLIL methodology: Discuss and share effective teaching strategies.
- Lesson Planning for people working with CLIL methodology: Develop skills in creating well-structured lesson plans that incorporate various skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing).
- Assessment and Feedback: Understand how to assess students' language skills and provide constructive feedback.
- Adaptability: Learn to adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Technology Integration: Explore the use of technology and digital resources in English language teaching.
Cultural Competence:
- Cross-Cultural Understanding: Foster an understanding of cultural differences and how they impact language learning.
- Cultural Awareness: Promote cultural sensitivity and awareness in teaching to create an inclusive classroom environment.
Professional Development:
- Continuing Education: Encourage a commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated on best practices.
- Networking: Facilitate opportunities for teachers to connect and collaborate with peers in the field.
Schedule
Day 1 – Course Introduction & Setting Goals
Course Introduction:
- Overview of the course, the school, and the week's activities
- Icebreaking activities
- Identifying your personal and professional strengths
Setting Goals:
- Identifying needs and goals for each participant and relevant populations
- Discussing 21st-century learners and the current educational landscape in Europe
- Group discussions and activities
- Participant school presentations
Day 2 – Communication in Practice
- Focus on speaking and listening through interactive tasks
- Everyday and professional communication scenarios
- Pair and group work to build fluency and confidence
Day 3 – Vocabulary & Functional Language
- Developing practical vocabulary for real-life situations
- Using English in professional discussions and collaboration
- Role-plays and problem-solving activities
Day 4 – Accuracy & Pronunciation
- Improving clarity, pronunciation, and intonation
- Practical grammar in context
- Activities focused on clear and effective communication
Day 5 – Integration & Reflection
- Consolidation of learning through group tasks and presentations
- Feedback discussion and self-assessment
- Course evaluation
- Competency roundup
Day 6 – Course Closure & Cultural Activities
- Reflection
- Awarding of Certificates of Attendance
- Excursion and other cultural activities
Evaluation of Learning Outcomes
Recognition of learning outcomes
Methodology & Learning Approach
The course uses a practical, learner-centred methodology combining hands-on workshops, real-world examples, simulations, guided reflection and collaborative activities. Participants exchange good practices, work in international groups and develop ideas that can be adapted to their own professional context.
Optional cultural, social and networking activities support local engagement, intercultural learning and professional collaboration.
Practical Details
Duration: 1 week or 25 academic hours
Schedule: Classes are from Monday to Friday in the morning or in the afternoon. The final timetable will be sent at least two weeks before the start of the class.
Saturday is reserved for Cultural Activities.
Sundays are for arrival and departure.
Note: other durations and schedules can be arranged on demand.
Certification:
Participants who meet the attendance requirements receive a Certificate of Attendance documenting the course title, dates, venue and learning outcomes.
Preparation:
No special preparation is required unless stated in the course programme.
Participants may be invited to introduce their organisation and share examples
from their professional context. Any required materials or equipment will be
communicated before the course.
Erasmus+ funding:
Course fees and mobility costs may be supported through an eligible sending organisation's Erasmus+ grant. Eligibility and final funding are determined by the beneficiary organisation and its National Agency.
Read our
Erasmus+ KA1 funding guide
.
Support:
Understanding Academy provides course programmes, learning outcomes, registration documentation and certificates for mobility administration. Participants and sending organisations remain responsible for transport, accommodation and grant management.
Fee: €480
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