Koh Samui TEFL Course Dates |
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2009 |
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| 31 August |
25 September |
28 September |
23 October |
26 October |
20 November |
23 November |
18 December |
2010 | |
| 4 January |
29 January |
1 February |
26 February |
1 March |
26 March |
5 April |
30 April |
| 3 May |
28 May |
31 May |
25 June |
5 July |
30 July |
2 August |
27 August |
6 September |
1 October |
4 October |
29 October |
1 November |
26 November |
Koh Samui Course Fees: |
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The course fee is 49,500 baht, including resort accommodation! |
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Why choose Koh Samui for TEFL?
Koh Samui is the third largest island in Thailand and until only a few decades ago, it had little connection with the mainland. It has a relatively unspoiled flavor with gorgeous white sand beaches, coconut plantations and nearby coral reefs.
Economic growth has brought development to the island and there is much to see and do on Samui. A largely coastal ring road loops around the island making exploration easy, and if the main island is not enough for you, Koh Samui is in the middle of some sixty additional islands which make up the Ang Thong National Marine Park.
The central feature of the 15 km diameter island is the Khao Pom peak – covered in a riot of green jungle. Nathon is the old capital and is the main port and commercial center of activity on the island. It has ample evidence of the exotic history of the island with a blend of native and Chinese influences.
Each beach in Samui is effectively its own town, similar to Phuket Island. Since the earliest backpackers arrived in the late 70s on coconut boats, the island has continued to grow and prosper as a thriving tourist destination. Samui can be a refuge of picturesque beauty with the amazing variety of tropical scenery: waterfalls, coral, beaches and beautiful clear water.
On the northeast, Chaweng Beach is the most energetic and happening region of Koh Samui. It has every kind of tourist amenity imaginable including restaurants, lodging and entertainment venues and nightclubs. In the evenings, the party is centered on Chaweng's beach road with a glorious mix of shoppers, fun seekers and party goers. Lamai is also on the east coast and is a little more sedated and less crowded. Maenam is more quiet and relaxed, with a traditional Thai community still intact and thriving alongside the island's best resort and golf course.
Ang Thong National Marine Park is one of the primary attractions of Koh Samui and there are also numerous Buddhist temples, an aquarium and tiger zoo, plus the big Buddha statue and the “grandfather & grandmother” stones. Samui has numerous attractions featuring animals, and there is ample opportunity to try out some Thai kickboxing, cooking or massage.
The shopping on Samui is a mix of modern western offerings with traditional boutiques featuring Thai handicrafts. Samui is known for her silk, lacquerware, jewelry and arts. While the south of Thailand is a mix of Buddhists, Thai Chinese, Muslims and the traditional sea faring gypsies, there is little tension among people on the island, who live harmoniously.
Koh Samui is an international destination popular with tourists and travelers from all over the world. There is so much to do that 4 weeks will simply not be enough time to experience all this tropical island has to offer.
Our School, Course and Staff
All our TEFL Certificate courses are accredited by the Ministry of Education and adhere to the international standard of 120 hours of instruction. Once qualified our certificates will allow you to seek employment as a teacher of English in any country. Course trainers are experienced TEFL teachers who still teach on a regular basis so that you are guaranteed up to date information about the TEFL industry.
The course includes: current teaching methodologies, class management, teaching beginners, teaching adults and professionals, teaching one to one, teaching young learners, planning lessons, peer teaching, teaching vocabulary, teaching grammar, approaches to reading and writing, pronunciation exercises , teaching listening and speaking, lesson warm up and cool down activities, controlled dialog practice, developing lessons from course books, games and learning activities, error correction, materials compilation and analysis of the Thai language.
Upon completion of the course, you'll be able to: identify the needs of your students and plan efficiently; deliver productive and relevant lessons, create a fun atmosphere for your students, be in complete control of your class, and teach grammar successfully and confidently.
During the course you will have the opportunity to practice teach different levels of students, from beginners to advanced. The minimum number of teaching hours required by international standard TEFL certificates is 6 hours, we will give you the opportunity to teach at least 10 hours and even more if you choose. Don't worry! Our course trainers are on hand to help you plan and prepare your lessons. You'll also get feedback on each of your lessons and have the chance to reflect on your lessons.
There is no final test or examination. Every student is assessed throughout the course and awarded a final grade dependant on their performance both in the classroom and the TEFL course training room. Special attention is given to the student's performace in attendance, class participation and satisfactory performance and delivery of practice teaching.
The TEFL certificate course is held at our training center from Monday to Friday for four weeks. We usually begin the day at 9.00 am and finish at 3:00 pm, but there are occasions when you will teach outside of these hours and you will have some homework to complete. Koh Samui has a lot to offer so we try to make sure you have the weekends off to party and enjoy the Full Moon Party!
Job Placement
Koh Samui has many opportunities to teach in a variety of situations. There are endless resorts and businesses, who all seem to be in perpetual need of training in hospitality English for their staffs. Your employment search is best done on the ground and in person, as you know what you are getting into, and we know the best places to begin.Accommodations
You have a choice among a range of local properties who have agreed to provide discounts for longer term stays. This means you will enjoy clean, safe and comfortable housing during your time in the course. The amenities offered depend on the actual property and the prices vary accordingly. Wifi is an option as are air conditioning or satellite TV. The choice is yours. Laundry services and internet cafes abound in the area.