Publisher's Synopsis
Trinity CertTESOL Companion is the ideal companion for any trainee English language teacher preparing for the Trinity CertTESOL course. Trinity CertTESOL Companion can be used both as pre- course preparation and as a supplement to the training on the course. It sets trainee teachers firmly on the path to becoming capable and independent English language teachers. Contents: The book consists of 5 core units which mirror?the 5 units of the CertTESOL syllabus together with 4 supplementary units to assist trainees before, during and after the course. Each unit includes a number of key features to model and support best practice in teacher training: Learning opportunities provided at the beginning of the unit; ? A review activity at the end of the unit to enable self- evaluation of the learning outcomes; ? 'Pause for Thought' activities at several stages within each unit to help trainees reflect on what they are reading in order to consolidate learning; ? Real quotes from CertTESOL trainers and former trainees to provide advice and build confidence. ?Other features include: ? An extensive reference unit entitled 'The Knowledge' covering a range of topics such as grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation references, and a section on testing and English language exams; ? A recommended reading list and a selection of pre-course preparation tasks; ? An overview of EFL methodologies and theory which links to the different units/requirements of the Cert TESOL; ? Help with lesson planning (including model plan) and structuring assignments; ? A full glossary of educational/ELT terminology and an index.
