TESOL-Ukraine recently hosted an enlightening three-day course titled “An Introduction to Teaching Lexically,” led by the esteemed language expert, Hugh Dellar. This comprehensive course, held from February 23 to 25, 2024, at the Lviv College of Hospitality, was designed to equip language educators with invaluable insights and strategies to enhance their teaching skills. The event proved to be a transformative experience for all participants, offering a deep dive into the principles and practices of lexical teaching.
Day 1: Exploring Listening Skills and Task Design
The course commenced on Friday, February 23, 2024, with a focus on teaching listening skills. Hugh Dellar led engaging sessions on “Creating Tasks for Audio Materials,” providing participants with practical strategies for incorporating listening activities into their lessons. Attendees learned how to design tasks that foster active listening and meaningful interaction, enabling students to develop their comprehension skills in authentic contexts.
Day 2: Navigating the World of Vocabulary and Grammar
On Saturday, February 24, 2024, participants delved into the world of vocabulary and grammar within a lexical framework. Hugh Dellar explored key principles in language teaching and learning, emphasizing the importance of teaching vocabulary lexically. Attendees gained insights into effective vocabulary instruction and learned techniques to go beyond textbook exercises, enhancing their ability to integrate vocabulary seamlessly into their lessons. Additionally, the day included sessions on teaching listening lexically, further enriching participants’ approach to developing their students’ language skills.
Day 3: Mastering Lexical Grammar and Revision Strategies
Building upon the foundational concepts covered in the previous two days, the course concluded on Sunday, February 25, 2024, with a focus on teaching grammar within a lexical framework. Hugh Dellar guided participants through the principles of teaching grammar lexically, highlighting the interconnectedness of vocabulary and grammar acquisition. Attendees learned strategies for maximizing the potential of course book exercises, as well as the importance of revision and recycling in language learning. Through interactive activities and discussions, educators gained practical skills and knowledge to transform their classroom approach and elevate student outcomes.
About the Instructor: Hugh Dellar
Hugh Dellar, the co-founder of Lexical Lab, brought a wealth of expertise to the course. As the co-author of renowned General English series such as Outcomes and Innovations, and the author of methodology books including “Teaching Lexically,” Dellar’s insights are highly regarded in the field of language education. His engaging teaching style and deep understanding of lexical teaching principles ensured that participants gained practical skills and knowledge that they could immediately apply in their classrooms.
Certificate of Achievement
Participants of the three-day course received a certificate from TESOL-Ukraine signed by Hugh Dellar, acknowledging their dedication to professional development and commitment to excellence in language teaching. With 24 academic hours of intensive learning, attendees left the course equipped with valuable tools and strategies to transform their classroom approach and elevate student outcomes.
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