TESOL

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

From the countryside of Taiwan to the neighbor next-door, there are many opportunities to reach various people groups through the ministry of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). To prepare for this ministry, IBLP is hosting two- or three-week intensive courses that cover the basics of TESOL and equip people to minister through it.

This summer’s TESOL course will be taught by Audra Wolfley and held in conjunction with the VOICE program for Taiwanese youth. TESOL students will have opportunities to interact with the Taiwanese students through combined English classes, activities, and mealtimes. Students can expect to be challenged and inspired as they receive a vision and necessary skills for impacting the world through Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.

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Lauren Bollinger “Taking the TESOL course was like the opening of a door. It gave me insight into a world I wanted to explore, and showed me what the true goals of teaching English ought to be! I was provided with resources and information to build upon, as well as different tools and methods best suited for teaching various age groups. It prepared me for numerous situations and gave me the groundwork for flexibility. The assignments were carefully designed to improve our newfound skills and to sharpen our effectiveness. Our teacher was patient, precise and proficient. An ideal instructor. She was very encouraging and taught us how to form realistic expectations. One thing that deeply impressed me was her commitment to teaching English with excellence. Not only does she have a heart for the Lord and for the people she teaches, but she is dedicated to doing everything to best of her ability and inspiring others to do the same!

“The highlight of the course was when we joined up with the VOICE students from Taiwan. Not only did it provide hands on experience and vital feedback, it was a very special experience to make such wonderful new friends. It gave us the opportunity to utilize our training, and a taste of teaching. The course was highly inclusive, yet personalized, and greatly helped to prepare me for my current life teaching in Taiwan.

“I miss Audra Wolfley, my teammates, my VOICE friends, and the time we shared, but I know that God was preparing us, opening our hearts and minds to follow Him wherever He might desire to lead us! In fact, over half of our team has followed God to teach across the globe and the rest are serving the Lord with teaching plans on their horizon. He used the course to refine and redefine us, and is now using each of us for His special purposes. I had such a great experience, I would do it all over again. I would encourage anyone interested in TESOL to attend!”—Lauren Bollinger

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