Michael’s TEFL Experience

Apr 1

We recently spoke with Michael, who shared his TEFL journey with us. He has completed several courses with UK-TEFL, including the Specialist Modules Combined Bundle and is currently working on the Level 2 Certified Learning Course in TEFL (120 Hours). Michael’s teaching experience spans both classroom and online settings, with previous roles in China, where he taught adults, children, and business professionals. He’s now applying his skills in online lessons, using creative activities from his Specialist Courses. Michael is passionate about teaching abroad and continuing his online teaching career in the future. Read all about his experience below!

What TEFL courses did you take/are currently taking with UK-TEFL?

I have done the Specialist Modules Combined Bundle and at the present I'm doing the Level 2 Certified Learning Course in TEFL (120 Hours). Also, in 2014 I did two classroom courses: the Standard TEFL Course and Advanced English.

How was your experience with the UK-TEFL course?

Interesting and with great ideas to use in the classroom.

What motivated you to pursue a career in TEFL?

To live and teach in a foreign country it's also rewarding, helping students learn another language.

How is your journey in the TEFL field progressing so far? (What roles have you had, were they classroom based or online, where have you taught)?

I have taught English in China. I taught adults, children and business people there. Recently, I have been teaching some of my Chinese students online using some of the ideas and activities from the Specialists Courses. For example, the Dictogloss and My Favourite Sandwich, along with teaching students how to make a business presentation.

In what ways have you applied the skills you gained through TEFL in your life?

I have used some of the skills I had learnt on the Specialist Courses in some of my recent online classes.

Do you have any exciting TEFL-related opportunities or projects on the horizon?

Yes! I would like to teach abroad again and also continue teaching online.

If you're looking to kickstart your teaching career and gain practical, innovative skills, UK-TEFL offers a range of courses that can help you achieve your goals and teach abroad or online with confidence.

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