Current Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)
Травень 12, 2022
The OPEN Program offers free Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), which are open to an unlimited number of participants. Some MOOCs are 5 weeks, and some are longer. Please carefully read the course description for each. Each MOOC is preceded by an optional orientation module. Click the blue enrollment links below for more information about each course, and to enroll.
TESOL Methodology (Self-Paced)
This course is designed to provide you with current methodologies for teaching English learners (ELs) of different ages in many learning contexts. You will discuss and practice a wide variety of strategies and techniques for teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL). While exploring best practices for teaching listening, speaking, reading, and writing, including grammar and vocabulary, you will learn how to create an effective and communicative language classroom for all learners. In addition, you will examine what best practices mean in the context of teaching English in the 21st century, where English is an international language, and the use of English incorporates modern technologies.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND ENROLL IN TESOL METHODOLOGY (SELF-PACED)
Enrollment Opens: April 11, 2022
Course Starts: April 11, 2022
Enrollment Closes: June 28, 2022
Course End Date: July 5, 2022
English for Career Development (Self-Paced)
English for Career Development a five-module, self-paced MOOC. This course is designed for non-native English speakers who are interested in advancing their careers in the global marketplace. In this course, you will learn about the job search, application, and interview process in the United States, while comparing and contrasting the same process in your home country. This course will also give you the opportunity to explore your global career path while building your vocabulary and improving your language skills to achieve your professional goals. In this course, you will review the job application process, learn strategies for identifying jobs that match your skills and interests, develop skills to produce a professional-looking resume and cover letter, and improve your networking and interview skills.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND ENROLL IN ENGLISH FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT (SELF-PACED)
Enrollment Opens: April 4, 2022
Course Starts: April 4, 2022
Enrollment Closes: June 20, 2022
Course End Date: June 27, 2022
English for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) (Self-Paced)
This course is designed for non-native English speakers who are interested in improving their English skills in the sciences. In this course, you will explore some of the most innovative areas of scientific study while expanding your vocabulary and the language skills needed to share scientific information within your community. In Module 1, you will learn how to preview texts and practice some of the language used to make comparisons when talking about global warming and climate change. In Module 2, you will examine the chemistry of climate change and the language of cause and effect. In Module 3, you will learn about some of the impacts of Climate Change and the language used to describe these effects. In Module 4, you will learn reading strategies that can help you explore the science behind some new energy systems. In Module 5, you will investigate practical advances in nanotechnology that help slow down climate change, while developing your own research skills in English. This is a self-paced course, which will be open for 12 weeks. Participants can complete coursework at any time during these 12 weeks. The course has 5 modules; each module will require approximately 3-5 hours of work.
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