The Unit for Promotion of Education in The Open University English Remedial Teaching (55599) This course trains English teachers to be experts in the area of remedial teaching of English. Teachers will be introduced to relevant theories and will practice their implementation. The course focuses on remedial methods and strategies, which enable teachers to cater to the needs of EFL students with learning disabilities and/or Attention Deficit Disorder. Supervision will be provided throughout a 10-week practicum. Main Topics ˆ Learning disabilities and attention deficit disorder (ADD) – theory and practice in the EFL setting ˆ Distinguishing between students with learning disabilities and learning difficulties - Professional assessments – understanding the different types, reading and implications for EFL - Teacher's evaluation of students' skills and knowledge in English and devising a remedial program accordingly - Existing programs for remedial teaching of reading/writing and their adaptation to EFL students with specific difficulties - Beyond the Basics – strategies for teaching and enhancing reading comprehension and written expression - Teaching for "Bagrut" – bridging gaps ˆ Assistive technology for students with learning disabilities - Games for learning and enhancing self-esteem – preparation and practice - Development of materials which cater to the different abilities, learning styles and levels of EFL students with LD/ADD For more information, go to: http://www.etni.org/courses/2014/OpenU_English_Remedial_Teaching.pdf The Unit for Promotion of Education in The Open University phone no. 09-7781512, fax: 09-7780635 Email: teachers@xxxxxxxxxxx The Web site: http://www.openu.ac.il/teachers The link to the website page: http://www.openu.ac.il/Teachers/remedial_teaching.html ************************************** ** Subscribe/Unsubscribe - http://www.freelists.org/list/etni ** Join ETNI on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/31737970668/ ** ETNI Blog and Poll http://ask-etni.blogspot.co.il/ ** Etni homepage - http://www.etni.org ** post to ETNI List - etni@xxxxxxxxxxxxx ** help - ask@xxxxxxxx ***************************************