Course Introduction

Welcome to the course English Language TEaching (ELT).

This course is designed to help you understand how English is taught and learned in schools, especially in the Indian bilingual and multilingual context. It will guide you step by step from basic concepts of English Language Teaching (ELT) to practical classroom strategies that you can confidently use as a future English teacher.

The course follows a simple, clear, and activity-oriented approach, combining theory with real classroom examples. You will learn what to teach, how to teach, and why certain methods work better than others.

Who Should Take This Course

This course is suitable for:

• B.Ed. students
• Pre-service teachers of English
• Student teachers with average knowledge of English
• Learners preparing to teach English at the school level

No advanced knowledge of English is required. The language used in this course is simple and learner-friendly.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the nature, aims, and scope of teaching English
• Use appropriate methods and approaches for teaching English
• Teach prose, poetry, vocabulary, grammar, and composition
• Plan effective lesson plans and units
• Use ICT and digital resources in English teaching
• Handle bilingual and multilingual classrooms
• Support learners through remedial teaching strategies

How This Course Works

• Learn at your own pace within the given schedule
• Watch video lessons and read study materials
• Participate actively in discussion forums
• Complete quizzes and practical assignments
• Apply concepts to real classroom situations

Active participation will help you gain maximum benefit from the course.

Assessment and Evaluation

Your learning will be assessed through:

• Online quizzes
• Participation in discussions
• Practical assignments (lesson plans, activities)
• Final test / project (as decided by the institution)

Expected Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Teach English with confidence and clarity
• Use student-centred and activity-based methods
• Integrate technology into English teaching
• Address learning difficulties effectively
• Grow as a reflective and professional English teacher

Message to Learners

Teaching English is not only about grammar and textbooks.
It is about communication, confidence, creativity, and connection.

Engage actively, ask questions, share ideas, and reflect on your learning.
This course is a step towards becoming an effective and thoughtful teacher of English.