Competences

• a)Address different learners’ needs by resorting to appropriate ELT methodologies;
• b)Reflect on personal beliefs and professional practices in the light of historical and current ELT theories and practices to identify room for growth and development as a prospective professional practitioner;
• c)Independently design and execute English language teaching activities that successfully teach the four language skills and foster critical thinking skills while incorporating digital tools for an enhanced learning experience;
• d)Devise strategies aimed at fostering critical thinking skills in their learners through English language teaching activities.
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Knowledge

• a)Differentiate between ELT approaches and methodologies;
• b)Identify effective lesson plans that incorporate key components of ELT methodologies;
• c)Name and explain techniques for teaching speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills in an integrated manner;
• d)Familiarise oneself with digital tools (such as AI) and resources to enhance language learning and integrate technology into their lesson plans effectively;
• e)Identify strategies aimed at fostering critical thinking skills in their learners through English language teaching activities;
• f)Analyse social and ethical considerations in English language teaching, including inclusivity, equitable assessment, and responsible use of digital tools.
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Skills

• a)Design effective lessons using appropriate ELT approaches tailored to the needs of learners;
• b)Create detailed lesson plans that incorporate key components of various ELT methodologies;
• c)Develop classroom activities that teach speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills in an integrated manner, facilitating balanced language development;
• d)Design English language teaching activities that promote critical thinking skills, enabling learners to analyse, evaluate, and create new ideas within the context of language learning;
• e)Justify pedagogical decisions through clear, evidence-based arguments when designing and evaluating English language lessons.
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