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Games and Activities for the Online Classroom (Teenagers)
10-Hour Online TEFL / TESOL Micro-credential Course
Motivate and engage your teenaged online English learners through games and activities!
Learn the theory and methodology behind the effective use of games in the online classroom and get inspired with activities you can use right away with students ages 11-16.
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10-Hour
Games and Activities for the Online Classroom (Teenagers)
Encourage student participation with these fun, educational games.
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Teaching Online Games and Activities Suite (TOGAS©) eBook
In this course, you’ll receive our TOGAS© eBook (Teaching Online Games and Activities Suite) featuring 16 fun and engaging educational games you can use with your online students! TOGAS© content has been carefully designed to include a mix of digital and realia-based activities linked to language-based skills and learning outcomes specific to this age group.
Games and Activities for the Online Classroom (Teenagers) Course Information
| Length | 12 weeks. |
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| Start date | The course starts the day you enroll. |
| Certification hours | 10 hours. |
| Price |
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| Format | 100% online and self-paced. |
| Instructors | Personal tutor (experienced ESL/EFL instructor) to grade assignments and provide support. |
| Module 01 | Using Games with Teens in the Online Classroom |
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| Module 02 | Games for Skills and Language Points |
| Module 03 | Online Games for Teenage Groups |
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Quiz
9
Discussion Boards
1
Graded Assignment
10
Instructional Videos
16
Games
Learning Objectives
When you complete your course, you’ll be able to:
- Discuss the pedagogy and research that support the use of online games and activities with adolescent students
- List the organizational steps and planning stages for online games and activities, such as how to map activities to a specific learning goal to ensure they are educationally sound and academically engaging
- Compare and contrast games and activities to use in a group or private online lesson setting with teenagers
- Find, create, and present effective digital games and activities for teenagers in the online classroom
- Investigate the use of digital resources as tools to create online activities for teenagers
- Discuss strategies for using games and activities to motivate adolescents in their online language lessons
| Age | 18 years of age or older. |
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| Education | High school diploma or the equivalent. Proof of graduation or transcript is NOT required. |
| Language | An intermediate or higher level of English proficiency (B1 level, according to the CEFR, the Common European Framework Reference for Language). Proof of language proficiency is NOT required. |
These resources are designed to make the process of finding TEFL jobs or advancing in the field as clear and easy as possible for our graduates. You’ll learn how to improve your resume, find and apply to TEFL jobs, and ace your interview so that you can get the teaching job of your dreams. If you’re already teaching, you’ll find helpful information on continuing professional development, recommended TESOL organizations you can join, and teaching resources you can use in your own classroom. You’ll also learn how to take advantage of Bridge’s job placement services and connect to our community of TEFL teachers and schools worldwide.
| Module 01 | Finding a Job, Downloading Your Certificate, and Updating Your Resume |
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| Module 02 | Stay Connected with Bridge! |
| Module 03 | TEFL / TESOL Professional Development Opportunities |
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BRIDGE COURSES AND HOURS | UNIVERSITY EQUIVALENCEY & CREDIT BEARING DETAILS |
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| Level 7 |
IDELTOnline™(International Diploma in English Language Teaching)150 hours |
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| Level 6 |
Master TEFL Certificate120 Hours |
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| Level 5 |
Specialized Certificates(20-60 hours) |
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| Level 4 |
Micro-Credentials(10-30 hours) |
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Two of the biggest struggles teachers face with teenaged online English students are keeping their attention and getting them to actively participate in class. ESL games and activities offer a solution to these challenges; however, many teachers are unsure how to choose games that strike the right balance between age-appropriate, fun, and educational. This course not only provides plenty of activities to engage adolescent students, but equips teachers with the knowledge of how and why these games are so effective.
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100% online
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Continuing education units
Earn up to 1 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Personal tutor
Get feedback and ask questions throughout the course.
Job placement assistance
Access the Bridge Job Board to connect with our Preferred Employer Partners and explore resources to support your TEFL job search.
Flexible schedule
Work at your own pace–complete in 3 months or less.
Interactive content
Instructional videos, downloadable resources, quizzes & activities, and discussion board.
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FAQs about Bridge Micro-credentials
Both are TEFL / TESOL courses, but Bridge Micro-credentials are short, professional development courses (around 20 hours) that are highly targeted on specific, practical topics, such as Using Podcasts in the EFL Classroom. These specialized courses are usually taken by experienced, qualified teachers looking to add to their existing knowledge and skill set.
A general TEFL / TESOL certification course, on the other hand, tends to be around 100+ hours and provides a thorough foundation in the theories and methods of teaching English. These courses are more often taken as initial training and certification, especially by those who are new to teaching English or not yet certified.
To take Bridge Micro-credential, you must be at least 18 years old with a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
Micro-credential courses are designed to build off prior teaching experience and knowledge. It is recommended that you are either already TEFL / TESOL certified, or enroll concurrently in a Professional TEFL / TESOL course, such as the IDELTOnline™ to take a Micro-credential course.
If you are not a native English speaker, we recommend an intermediate or higher level of English proficiency (minimum B1 level, according to the CEFR, the Common European Framework Reference for Language). No proof of fluency required.
You’ll have 3 months from the date of purchase to finish your Micro-credential course. These courses are self-paced, meaning you can work through your course when it’s convenient for you, with no required log-in times or assignment deadlines. Many trainees complete their program in less time – within two months, on average.
Yes! All Bridge courses have experienced tutors who work with trainees. You’ll also be assigned a personal TEFL / TESOL tutor who will offer guidance, answer questions and about course content, and provide assessed feedback during your Micro-credential training. If you have any technical problems throughout the course, you can contact visit our Support Center for assistance.
Upon successful completion of your Micro-credential course, you can download and print your certificate from our online certificate verification portal for free. Your digital badge will be issued to you via email within 7 days of completing your Micro-credential course. You may also order a hard copy certificate mailed to you anywhere in the world for an additional fee. Click here to view fees for hard copy certificate orders.
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Digital badges also can be easily shared across the web in places like LinkedIn and Facebook as well as on your resume to showcase your skills and qualifications to future employers. Learn more about digital badges.
Yes, we’re continually developing new Micro-credential courses to reflect the professional development needs of global English language teachers. You can sign up for our newsletter at the bottom of this page to receive updates on newly launched Micro-credential courses and other TEFL / TESOL news.
There is no limit to the number of Micro-credential courses you can take and certificates/digital badges you can earn! We encourage teachers to stack these professional development courses to add to your skill set and enhance your TEFL / TESOL resume.
Yes! As with all Bridge online courses, Micro-credentials will be reflected on your Bridge TEFL / TESOL certificate. Your certificate will automatically update each time you add a new credential, and you can access it (or provide an employer with access to it) via our secure certificate verification portal.
You can complete your Micro-credential course on any device, including a phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer. All you’ll need is an Internet connection! However, please note that you’ll complete a tutor-assessed written assignment in order to earn your credentials. For this reason, it’s recommended that you have access to a tablet, laptop, or desktop computer to complete this portion of the course.
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