Teaching Young Learners: Strategies and Best Practices
The Teaching Young Learners course is a comprehensive 60-hour programme designed to equip educators with the skills to teach English to young learners and teens effectively. During the course, participants will delve into a range of topics, including planning age-appropriate lessons, designing engaging activities, mastering classroom management strategies, and implementing effective assessment methods. They’ll gain insights into creating a dynamic and nurturing learning environment that enhances language acquisition while supporting the social and cognitive growth of young learners.
By the time the course is completed, educators will possess practical tools and a strong foundation to inspire and effectively teach English to young learners in an engaging and interactive way.
Course Calendar
Day 1
- Who are YL and what are their different types? (2 Hours)
-YL Classroom management. (2 Hours)
Day 2
- How YLs learn 1 “ Acquisition theories.” (2 Hours)
-How to teach reading. (2 Hours)
Day 3
(2 Hours)
- How to teach listening.
(2 Hours)
-Error correction. (2 Hours)
Day 4
(2 Hours)
- How to teach speaking. (2 Hours)
- How to teach writing. (2 Hours)
Day 5
- Integrating drama into classroom activities. (2 Hours)
- Inquiry based learning. (2 Hours)
Day 6
- Phonics: why and how (2 Hours)
- Phonics and spelling – how to tackle irregularities. (2 Hours)
- Assessment methods. (2 Hours)
Day 7
- feedback
- ALP
Day 8
- feedback
- ALP
Day 9
- feedback
- ALP
Day 10
- feedback
- ALP
How long is the course?
6 weeks
of input sessions
2 Sessions
Per week
4 hours
Per session
4 TPs
+personalized feedback
Face to Face & Online
Who is the course for?
The “Teaching Young Learners: Strategies and Best Practices” course is designed for educators, teachers, and language instructors who are involved in teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) or English as a Foreign Language (EFL) to young learners and teens. The course is suitable for:
ESL/EFL Teachers:
Teachers who are currently teaching English to young learners in language schools, international schools, or private tutoring centers.
Primary School Teachers:
Teachers responsible for teaching English as a foreign language or as a second language in primary schools.
Preschool Educators:
Educators in preschools or early childhood education centres looking to integrate English language instruction into their curriculum for young learners.
Teacher Trainees:
Trainee teachers acquiring their teaching qualifications and wish to specialise in teaching English to young learners.
Language School Administrators:
School administrators or directors seeking to provide professional development opportunities and enhance their teachers' skills in teaching English to young learners.
Parents or Guardians:
Parents or guardians homeschooling their children who want to gain the necessary knowledge and strategies to effectively teach English as a second language to their young learners.
The course is suitable for individuals with varying levels of experience in teaching young learners. Whether you are a beginner entering the field of teaching English to young learners or an experienced educator seeking to enhance your techniques and strategies, this course will provide valuable insights, practical tools, and best practices to create a positive and engaging learning environment for young learners.
What are the course's overall aims?
By the end of the course, participants should be able to:
This course enables you to:
- Develop age-appropriate lesson plans that incorporate engaging and interactive activities to enhance language acquisition and retention.
- Promote communication and language development through techniques that enhance speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
- Enhance your ability to differentiate instruction to cater to the diverse needs and learning styles of young learners.
- Develop strategies for incorporating play, songs, stories, and visual aids to engage and motivate young learners in language learning.
- Reflect on and apply best practices in classroom management, establishing routines, and creating a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Engage in practical activities, discussions, and reflection exercises to apply and reinforce the concepts learned throughout the course.
- Gain the skills and confidence to design engaging lessons, manage classrooms, and create a supportive learning environment for holistic development.
By the end of the course, participants will have achieved these objectives and will be equipped with the necessary knowledge, skills, and confidence to effectively teach English to young learners. They will be able to design engaging lessons, manage their classrooms effectively, and create a positive and supportive learning environment that promotes language acquisition and fosters the holistic development of young learners.
What does the course include?
- Input sessions
- Teaching practice.
This is a 60-hour course and will run for 8 weeks. By the end of the 60 hours, course participants will receive a certificate of achievement from IH Cairo.
Course Calendar
Course Mode
Online & Face to Face
Course Days
Friday - Saturday
Course Time
10 am to 4 pm
Course Schedule
2 Days/week
- To Be Decided
Course Mode
Face to Face
Course Days
Sunday to Thursday
Course Time
10 am to 4 pm
Course Schedule
5 Days/week
- To Be Decided
Course Fees
Elevate your expertise with our Teaching
Young Learners: Strategies and Best Practices course.
Choose from multiple payment options to suit your convenience:
$300
For participants in Egypt: Pay 12,000 EGP plus an “optional” £100 for the international certificate.
