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TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certification Courses
in Houston, TX

Oxford Seminars is the leading provider of TESOL/TESL/TEFL certification courses in Houston, TX. Get certified and join thousands of our graduates teaching English all around the world.
Oxford Seminars Houston course
held live via Zoom  
Course Details
Course held over 3 weekends:
July 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
8am to 5pm
Course #6425
Oxford Seminars Houston course
held live via Zoom  
Course Details
Course held over 3 weekends:
Aug. 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24
8am to 5pm
Course #6428
Enroll by Jul 12
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Oxford Seminars Houston course
held live via Zoom  
Course Details
Course held over 3 weekends:
Sept. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21
8am to 5pm
Course #6532
Enroll by Aug 09
& Save $100!
Oxford Seminars Houston course
Course Details
Course held over 3 weekends:
Sept. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21
8am to 5pm
Course #6516
Enroll by Aug 09
& Save $100!

Oxford Seminars TESOL/TESL/TEFL certification courses in Houston, TX. are usually held at the University of St. Thomas 3800 Montrose Boulevard Houston, TX 77006 (This course is not affiliated with UST). To enroll by phone, call 1-888-225-2480.

School districts interested in group discounts, contact Myra at 1-888-227-6755.

120-Hour TESOL/TESL/TEFL Course Outline

Day 1

Introduction to the Course/Materials/Assignments
ESL Warm-Up Games and Exercises
ESL Icebreaker Activities
The Effective Learner
The Effective Teacher
Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners in Your Classroom

Day 2

Introduction to Educational Theory
Second Language Acquisition
Teaching Across Age and Proficiency Levels
Classroom Management Techniques
Lesson Planning
Living and Working Abroad
Cultural Sensitivity in the Classroom

Day 3

Teaching English Grammar
Sample Grammar Lessons
Teaching Vocabulary Techniques
Teaching Speaking and Listening
Teaching Reading
Long-Term Unit Planning
International Trends in ESL Teaching
Effective Cross-Cultural Relations

Day 4

Multiple Intelligence Theory
Teaching Writing
Teaching Pronunciation
Teaching Idioms, Expressions, Phrasal Verbs, and Slang
Organizing the Teaching Workload
Conflict Resolution Techniques
Teaching in a Multicultural Setting

Day 5

Lesson Coordination When Team Teaching
Testing and Evaluating ESL Students
Finding ESL Teaching Jobs
Writing Resumes and Cover Letters
Job Interviews for Teaching Positions
Pre-Departure Planning, Culture Shock, and Adaptation

Day 6

Teaching Practicums
Instructor Feedback and Peer Evaluations
Effective Use of ESL Teaching Resources and Activities
The Globalization of the Job Market
Finding and Using ESL Teaching Resources
Wrap-up/Final Questions

60-Hour Online Component

The Role of the Teacher
Applying Communicative Teaching Theory
Fundamentals of Language Acquisition
Creating Engaging and Educational Lesson Activities
Practicing Lesson and Unit Planning
Giving Instructions to Students
Analysis of ESL Case Studies
Reviewing and Applying ESL Theories and Concepts
Student Correction Techniques
Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners in Your Classroom
Comprehending Grammatical Structures
Common Grammatical Errors and Misconceptions
Teaching the Twelve Verb Tenses of English
Creative Grammar Activities to Stimulate Communication
Teaching Adverbs, Quantifiers, Gerunds, and Infinitives
Punctuation Rules and Usage
Critical Evaluation of Grammar Lessons and Materials
Student Assessment
Technology in the Classroom
Completion of a 150-Question Online Assignment

10 Key Questions To Ask Any Potential TESOL/TESL/TEFL Course Provider

Choosing the right course is an important decision, and we want to make sure that you have all the information necessary to make the best choice for your future. Before you make a commitment to any TESOL/TESL/TEFL course in Houston, we encourage you to ask the following key questions:

  1. Does your Houston course include interactive ESL teaching skills such as ESL warm-up games, ESL icebreaker activities, and other interactive ESL exercises from day one of your course?
  2. Does your course cover cultural sensitivity in the classroom and how to overcome the culture shock that many new teachers experience when teaching abroad for the first time?
  3. Does your course cover the latest and most relevant educational teaching theories, namely, Multiple Intelligence Theory, Fundamentals of Language Acquisition, and the Communicative Teaching Theory?
  4. Does your Houston course include finding and using effective ESL teaching resources and online ESL activities which will make ESL teaching that much easier and more fun?
  5. Will I receive all three certifications of TESOL/TESL/TEFL upon course completion?
  6. Do you have full-time job placement advisors who assist your grads in finding rewarding ESL teaching positions in Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, online, and/or locally?
  7. Does your Houston course include assistance with updating resumes and writing cover letters, help with interview prep, assistance with reviewing teaching contracts before they are signed, support with obtaining work visas, and aid in pre-departure planning?
  8. Do overseas ESL school directors find your graduates better trained and better prepared to teach ESL from day one than graduates from competitors’ courses?
  9. Do you currently have more overseas ESL schools wanting to hire your graduates than you have students enrolled in your courses?
  10. For how many years/decades have you been running certification courses in Houston and in how many countries have your past graduates taught ESL in?

By asking these important questions, you’ll see that Oxford Seminars offers an unmatched value and quality that other programs simply can't match. If you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. We’re here to help guide you towards the best decision for your future.

Thank you for considering Oxford Seminars as you explore your TESOL/TESL/TEFL certification options. We look forward to helping you begin your exciting journey teaching ESL!

Course Reviews

    "Very practical and informative course. Improved my knowledge of English and helped me feel more at ease over moving overseas."
    - P.J., Houston, TX
    "Great class. Enjoyed multiple opportunities to speak in front of others. Ice breaker on first day was excellent - made me feel very comfortable with others. "
    - I.T., Houston, TX
    "The instructor made the course interesting and provided a lot of knowledge from personal experience."
    - T.E., Houston, TX
    "The Job Placement Services (JPS) was the highlight of my experience with Oxford Seminars. The representatives walked me through every step in the process of finding a job. Without JPS's assistants, I wouldn't have my current job. Three of my friends from the Oxford Seminars training course have also had a positive experience with them and recommend their services."
    - B.M., Houston, TX
    This is the best combination TESOL class available. 60-hour in-class training combined with 40-hour online component mixes the best of both worlds in terms of learning to be a TESOL certified instructor. Small class size provided plenty of time for interaction and information sharing. Highly recommended.
    - A.N., Cypress, TX
    I am extremely happy that I didn't do the certification entirely online. The classroom portion was invaluable.
    - N.B., Kingdwood, TX
    My favorite part is that the materials/information from the online course will still be available to us when we actually become ESL teachers. That's very helpful.
    - J.O., Houston, TX
    It was really great that all students were given opportunities to practice-teach in front of the class multiple times (in my case, 4 times). We got to provide feedback to each other, along with our teacher's feedback for final practicum, that helps a lot!
    - K.A., Houston, TX
    Our instructor had a plethora of personal experience that he was keen to share. He happened to have taught in Japan, which was a huge bonus as it is where I am hoping to teach.
    - F.C., Galveston, TX
    I liked that our instructor was a professional, and that he taught me how to teach.
    - M.A., Blessing, TX
    This course is really helpful, the content is great, and the instructor is well prepared and knowledgeable.Excellent experience.
    - P.W., Beaumont, TX
    It was a great course, I recommend it to everyone. Short and intensive, especially the online component. The in-class was a great asset for me to practice giving a presentation.
    - R.M., Houston, TX
    I loved the in-class instruction. Learning how to teach different topics of English and how to deal with difficult situations. This course covers critical information.
    - A.M., Houston, TX
    I loved the 'real world' approach and working on a real practicum.
    - S.C., Brenham, TX
    The practicum was extremely useful. I felt as though it allowed me to see what it would be like to actually plan and teach an ESL lesson.
    - T.L., Wharton, TX
    This course is a great way to understand teaching methodologies.
    - K.H., Galveston, TX
    I enjoyed every aspect of my in class education. My instructor was very resourceful, knowledgeable and very helpful. He made the lessons fun and I have met and made friends with the other students in my course. I feel very prepared to teach ESL anywhere in the world. The skills learned in this course are not only resourceful for teaching ESL but are applicable to so many other areas of life. I would recommend this course not only to those hoping to get certification, but to anyone who is a trainer, public speaker, presenter or to any one who wishes to improve in these areas. I'm so happy that I took this course!
    - L.N., Houston, TX
    I thoroughly enjoyed the in-class portion. The online component was also valuable in providing flexibility to completing the course.
    - R.L., Houston, TX
    My instructor was excellent. He was a very effective teacher and was clearly enthusiastic about his role as an instructor, which was encouraging and motivating to see in action.
    - P.F., Houston, TX
    The pace of the course was wonderful, and the instructor did a great job of maintaining a comfortable environment.
    - T.N., Houston, TX
    Our instructor didn't just teach what we should do - she taught by example.
    - A.C., Houston, TX
    The textbooks provided were very beneficial, the instructor was tactful, and thorough in every area of our study.
    - R.L., League City, TX
    Our instructor was great - knowledgeable, interactive, attentive and energetic!
    - C.P., Crockett, TX
    Our Instructor was clearly very knowledgeable about teaching ESL. He had some very useful information and anecdotes. He seemed very personable and willing to help."
    - C. F., League City, TX
    It made me realize what students feel like and also gave me a lot of ideas and techniques to utilize."
    - Y.L., Montgomery, TX
    The meeting of and learning experience with like minded individuals and the encouragement we gave one another."
    - M. S., Friendswood, TX
    Our Instructor contains a wealth of knowledge and experience that reflects great credit upon Oxford Seminars."
    - R. L., Spring, TX
    All of the course content was very useful but the teaching practice in particular was great."
    - P. G., Katy, TX
    Frankly, the Instructor had a great library of reference material above the textbooks. This additional material will be most useful to me in the future."
    - L. S., Sugar Land, TX
    Our Instructor was a very good teacher. He was refreshingly honest, kept everyone's interest, and had good presentation style and life experiences."
    - A. G., Richmond, TX
    I found my instructor to be extremely insightful. His personality is perfectly suited for this course."
    - E.G., Houston, TX
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