Grammar for Teachers: Tenses and Parts of Speech

An intermediate-level course by TEFLx

Course Description

"Grammar for Teachers: Tenses and Parts of Speech" is an intermediate-level course designed to enhance your understanding of English grammar and equip you with the skills to effectively teach grammar concepts to students. This comprehensive course, offered by TEFLx, focuses on strengthening your grasp of fundamental grammar rules and structures, enabling you to explain complex language concepts with confidence and clarity.

What You'll Learn

  • Gain a solid understanding of various parts of speech, including nouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs
  • Master the intricacies of present, past, and future tenses
  • Explore conditional structures and their applications
  • Learn to distinguish between different types of verbs, including irregular and auxiliary verbs
  • Develop the ability to explain grammar concepts in a clear, concise manner to students
  • Enhance your overall language awareness and teaching capabilities

Prerequisites

There are no specific prerequisites for this course. However, a basic understanding of English and an interest in language teaching would be beneficial.

Course Content

  • Introduction to essential grammar concepts
  • Nouns and their functions in sentences
  • Verbs and their various forms
  • Verbs that are not verbs (e.g., gerunds, infinitives)
  • Adjectives and adverbs: usage and placement
  • Other parts of speech (e.g., prepositions, conjunctions, interjections)
  • Present, past, and future tenses: formation and usage
  • Conditional structures and their applications

Who This Course Is For

  • Aspiring or current English language teachers
  • TEFL/TESOL certification candidates
  • Education professionals looking to improve their grammar knowledge
  • Anyone interested in enhancing their understanding of English grammar for teaching purposes

Real-World Applications

  • Teaching English as a foreign or second language in classrooms or online
  • Designing effective grammar lessons and exercises for students
  • Providing clear explanations and examples of grammar concepts
  • Confidently answering students' grammar-related questions
  • Improving your own writing and communication skills
  • Enhancing your ability to proofread and edit written work
  • Applying grammatical knowledge in content creation, copywriting, or editing roles

Course Syllabus

  1. Introduction
  2. Nouns
  3. Verbs
  4. Verbs that are not verbs
  5. Adjectives and adverbs
  6. Other parts of speech
  7. Present, past, and future tenses
  8. Conditional structures

This course is part of the Professional Certificate in 120-hour TEFL Certification program, making it an excellent choice for those pursuing a career in English language teaching. By mastering the content of this course, you'll be well-equipped to tackle the challenges of teaching English grammar and help your students achieve language proficiency with confidence.