teaching english as a foreign language at uvic

TEACHING ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE (TEFL)

BEAUTIFUL BRITISH COLUMBIABEAUTIFUL BRITISH COLUMBIAThe province of British Columbia is located on Canada’s west coast. Victoria is the capital city of BC.

Teaching English as a Foreign Language

WELCOME TO VICTORIAWELCOME TO VICTORIA• Spectacular ocean, mountain and forest scenery surround Victoria• It is a beautiful, safe and friendly medium-sized city that has been voted “one of

the 10 most livable cities in the world.”• Victoria has some of the mildest weather in Canada

UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA (UVic)UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA (UVic) UVic consistently ranks among the Top 3 universities in Canada and the Top 1% of universities worldwide!

Student population: 19,000 Faculties & Divisions

• Business• Education• Engineering• Fine Arts• Graduates Studies• Human & Social Development• Humanities• Law• Science• Social Sciences• Medical Sciences • Continuing Studies

UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA (UVic)UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA (UVic) Our campus is a friendly and comfortable place to learn, with modern

academic and recreational facilities.


The Division of Continuing StudiesThe Division of Continuing Studies

International Students have been studying with us for over 40 years!

CSIE students come from countries such as:

Argentina Brazil Colombia China Chile France Iran Italy Japan Korea Mexico

Peru Russia Saudi Arabia Spain Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Turkey Ukraine Venezuela Vietnam


The Continuing Studies BuildingThe Continuing Studies Building

TEFL classes are located in the heart of the university. Students attend classes throughout UVic’s modern campus.


Professional Specialization Certificate (PSC) in TEFL•Sixty hours of classroom instruction. Plus workshops and seminars (3 weeks)

•Instruction is delivered online when the international teachers return to their own countries, schools and classrooms. The online component of the PSC in TEFL is delivered over approximately 9 weeks

•Successful completion ensures participants of a Professional Specialization Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language, and alumni status at the University of Victoria.

Benefits of the PSC in TEFL Program

• Improved fluency in written and spoken English.

• Advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills in teaching, and enhance their fluency for the purpose of teaching English.

• The unique opportunity for overseas-based working teachers.

• Teachers will earn a credential from an English-speaking university.

Professional Specialization Certificate in TEFL Professional Specialization Certificate in TEFL


PSC in TEFL Program Calendar

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July 31 August 1 August 2 August 3 August 4 August 5 August 6

Arrive Victoria International Airport

Bus to University

of Victoria

Check in to Cluster Housing

Afternoon/Evening – Free

Time

10:00 meet @ Cluster Housing 10:15 – 11:00

Program Orientation 11:00 – 11:30

NetLink ID 11:30 – 12:30

UVic Campus Tour

Afternoon – Free Time

8:30 AMto 12:30 First Day of Classes

1:00 to 2:30

Welcome Luncheon University Club

08:30 to 12:30 TEFL Instruction

14:00 - 16:00

Drumming Workshop


14:00 – Tour of

Government House www.ltgov.bc.ca


14:00 to 15:30

Introduction to Library Resources

Butchart Gardens

18:30-21:30 Tour Gardens

21:30 to 22:00 Fireworks

Display

August 7 August 8 August 9 August 10 August 11 August 12 August 13

Free Weekend


14:00 to 16:00

Using Tasks in Second Language Classrooms


14:00 to 16:00

Drama Workshop *


14:00 to 16:00

Music Workshop *


14:00 to 15:30

Online Orientation #1


15:00 to 15:45

Tour of BC Legislature

Free Weekend

August 14 August 15 August 16 August 17 August 18 August 19 August 20

Free Weekend


2:00 – 4:00 Professional

Development Workshop


2:00 – 4:00 Professional

Development Workshop


14:00 to 16:00

Brain-Based Learning


14:00 to 16:00

Online Orientation #2


18:00 to 20:00

Farewell Dinner & Certificate

Presentations

Back to Japan

Have a safe journey home!

Please visit us again!!

English Language Requirements: Students who are not a native English speaker must meet the following language proficiency requirements (and complete an entrance interview):TOEFL(iBT) score: 94 TOEIC score: 850IELTS score 7.0

This Advanced 120-hour TEFL course is intended for people with little or no teaching experience. Students are expected to be able to speak English fluently to enroll in this course. By the end of the course students will acquire all the teaching knowledge, skills, strategies, and cultural awareness to be able to teach in a foreign country, and be familiar with the following:

• methodology for teaching the four skills (Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking)• second language acquisition theory• classroom organization, teaching, and assessment techniques• understanding cultural diversity• teaching strategies to maximize learning in the classroom• empowering learners to manage their own learning process.


Programs can be developed in consultation with sponsoring institutions to meet the needs of their students or professionals. In the past, customized programs have been developed for:-Early Childhood Educators-Elementary School Teachers-Middle School Teachers-High School Teachers-School Principals-Adult and Post-Secondary Instructors

Program Options• 1-12 weeks in duration• 15-30 hours per week of classes and workshops• Blended programs with English improvement classes and teacher-training classes• English as a Medium of Instruction classes / workshops • Local School Visits / Classroom Observations• Optional Socio-Cultural Activities (City Tours, Whale Watching, Kayaking, etc)• Optional online content delivery


Customized TEFL and Professional Development ProgramsCustomized TEFL and Professional Development Programs

HOMESTAY ACCOMMODATIONHOMESTAY ACCOMMODATION

Homestay Program: National Award Winner!

A private, furnished room in a home near UVic All meals and snacks Airport transportation $850 / month


DORMITORY ACCOMMODATIONDORMITORY ACCOMMODATION

Live on UVic’s campus with your new friends! A single, furnished, non-smoking room Full cafeteria meal plan Evening and weekend activities


SEE YOU SOON - AT UVIC!SEE YOU SOON - AT UVIC!

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