ESL 

Foundations of Teaching English to Beginner Learners 

Perfect for primary and elementary teachers—or anyone new to English language teaching—this course delivers a friendly, practical foundation to boost your confidence and classroom impact.

What you will learn across 3 focused modules:

  1. Understanding language learning theory
  2. Teaching the four language skills
  3. Basic grammar knowledge


By completing this course, you will:

  • Master proven strategies to teach beginner English (A1–A2) with ease
  • Design fun, engaging lessons that keep young learners focused
  • Simplify complex grammar into clear, classroom-ready activities
  • Build the confidence to lead your English classroom from day one
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Subtitles available: English, Spanish and Mandarin.

15 hours

100% Online & Self-Paced

Certificate Included

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Content

Module 0: Introduction

  • About this Course
  • Introduce Yourself
  • Teachers Forum

Module 1: Understanding Language Learning

  • Understanding Language Development
  • The Language Classroom
  • Teaching Methods
  • Common Challenges
  • How to Make English Fun
  • Quick Tips

Module 2: Language Skills

  • Vocabulary
  • Grammar
  • Listening
  • Reading
  • Speaking
  • Writing

Module 3: Grammar Guides

  • Present Simple
  • Present Continuous Tense
  • Have Has Got
  • Was Were
  • Past Simple
  • Will & Going to - Language Analysis
  • Can Cant (Ability & Permission) - Language Analysis
  • Imperatives - Language Analysis
  • Would You Like...
  • Verbs + to + infinitive and verbs + -ing - Language Analysis
  • Articles a & an - Language Analysis
  • This That These Those - Language Analysis
  • Possessive Adjectives & Subject Pronouns - Language Analysis
  • Object Pronouns - Language Analysis
  • Much Many
  • There Is There Are
  • Adjectives - Language Analysis
  • Adverbs - Language Analysis
  • Comparatives and Superlatives - Language Analysis
  • Conjunctions - Language Analysis
  • Teaching Prepositions of Time
  • Prepositions of Place
  • Questions
  • Adverbs of Frequency

Ready to transform your beginner English lessons?

Frequently asked questions

Can I access the course at my own pace?

Yes, it is self-paced, giving you the flexibility to complete them at your convenience. Whether you want to finish the course in a single day or take your time over several weeks, you can learn at a pace that fits your schedule. 

Will I receive a certificate after completing a course?

Yes, upon completing the course, you will receive a certificate of completion. The certificate can be used to demonstrate your commitment to professional development.

Can I access the platform on mobile devices?

Yes, our platform is fully optimised for mobile devices, meaning you can access your courses from any smartphone or tablet. This allows you to continue your professional development on the go, whenever it’s convenient for you.

Can I track my progress on the platform?

Yes, our platform includes a progress-tracking feature that allows you to see how far you’ve advanced in each course. You can resume your learning exactly where you left off and monitor your overall achievements and completed courses.

Will an instructor answer any questions I have?

You can ask any question in a platform section, and instructors will respond.