THE EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN ALGIERS IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE E-TEACHER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM FOR ALGERIAN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING (ELT) PROFESSIONALS. What is E-Teacher? E-Teacher online distance education courses train foreign English language teaching (ELT) professionals in current teaching methods and specialized areas within academic field of English comprising the following options: 1. Introduction to Pedagogy and Practices for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL Methods) 2. Building Teaching Skills through the Interactive Web (Web Skills) 3. Practical Applications in Language and Learning Skills (PALSS) 4. Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL) 5. Teaching English to Pre-teens and Teens (TEPT) 6. English for Specific Purposes, Aligning Context with Practices and Materials (ESP) 7. Special Education and Differentiated Instruction in EFL Contexts (SpEd EFL) 8. Summative and Formative Assessment in Language Learning and Teaching (Assessment) 9. Critical Thinking in Language Learning and Teaching (CT) Who is eligible? Be Algerian citizens and reside in Algeria at the time of the course; Not hold dual citizenship in the United States; The E-Teacher Scholarship ProgramAmerican Embassy, Algiers E-Teacher Program Profile: exchanges.state.gov/non-us/program/e-teacher-scholarship-program Academic Exchanges webpage: algiers.usembassy.gov/academic_exchanges.html Possess required English language abilities: High intermediate to advanced English language skills, particularly in reading and writing; be able to complete academic work at a U.S. university level (approximately equivalent to a 525 TOEFL / 70 TOEFL iBT) General understanding of English technical terms relating to digital technology and the Internet Program duration and Important Dates: E-Teacher 10-week online courses are offered during four terms Fall 2013: October 7 – December 13 Winter 2014: January 6 – March 14 Spring 2014: April 7 – June 13 Summer 2014: June 23 – August 29 Selection Criteria: Participants should meet the following criteria: E-Teacher candidates should be current ELT professionals (e.g., teachers, teacher trainers, program administrators). Should be highly motivated individuals who are dedicated to their own professional development and to sharing the knowledge they gain with colleagues in their local area. Candidates should be committed to fulfilling all program requirements, which include dedicating at least 8-10 hours to course work per week. Internet Access and Technology Skills Requirements: Regular access (4-5 times / week) to a reliable, up-to-date computer with high-speed internet connectivity. Basic technology skills related to email, internet searches and downloads/uploads, logins/passwords, and e-file use (e.g., .pdf, MS Word, Excel). Practical Applications in Listening and Speaking Skills (PALSS): participants require access to real-time tools such as Skype and Google Hangout. Ability to type in English well enough to perform online tasks and to submit written assignments in a timely manner.American Embassy, Algiers E-Teacher Program Profile: exchanges.state.gov/non-us/program/e-teacher-scholarship-program Academic Exchanges webpage: algiers.usembassy.gov/academic_exchanges.html How to apply? All applications are submitted via this online form: goo.gl/VefCD Or for mobile users, you scan this pattern (in Black and White) with your smartphone Program Deadline: All applications will be due August 2, 2013. If you are not selected for the Fall/Winter session, your application will automatically be considered for the Spring/Summer session *No entry will be considered after the above deadline. Program Benefits: Professional Development Workshop (Exchange) After completion of the program, successful selectees who showed commitment and seriousness (up to 26 top performers) in the E-Teacher online courses will participate in a three-week Fall 2014 professional development exchange in Eugene, Oregon and Washington, DC, USA. DC. For more information about this program, please visit the E-Teacher Program page and/or contact Mr. Charif BENBOULAID [email protected]
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