CLIL for Primary Teachers
This course introduces Primary Teachers to the principles of Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) as a way to teach new languages to primary school learners. It will consider how to teach English in a natural environment where the focus is not on language structure or grammar but on language use in different real-life contexts.
This course will show teachers of primary students how to adapt CLIL methodology to their everyday teaching of different subjects. It will focus on practical activities, which show how to blend content-driven lessons with language learning.
Course Content
- An overview of the principles of CLIL teaching and your role in it as a teacher.
- How to implement CLIL in your given teaching context.
- Analysis of a teaching methodology, which will allow you to integrate subject and language learning.
- Guidance on how to select subject material and tasks to work on in your lessons.
Key Facts
| Minimum level of English | B1 on the CEFR |
| Location of Course | Galway |
| Accommodation Options | Self-catering Apartment or Host Family (subject to availability) |
| Dates | Download the 2023 Calendar HERE Download the 2024 Calendar HERE |
| Who is it for? | Primary School Teachers who wish to use English in the classroom |
| Fact Sheet | Download 2024 Course Fact Sheet HERE |
Accommodation
We offer the following accommodation options for a 7-night stay (Saturday to Saturday) in Galway.
Below you can find more details about them. Please access the ACCOMMODATION page on the menu for further information.
Self-Catering Apartments
Accommodation in exclusive self-catering shared apartments
- Single/twin/double rooms
- Standard/comfort (en-suite) rooms
- Fully-fitted kitchen, including utensils
- Wi-Fi or cable Internet available
- Common areas (living room/kitchen/bathroom)
- Bed linen and towels provided
- From Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Saturday
Host Family
Home-stay accommodation with friendly and welcoming local host families.*
- Enjoy a full immersion in Irish culture
- Warm, welcoming Irish families
- Various locations in Galway
- Half-board – Monday to Friday
- Full-board – Saturday and Sunday
- From Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday
*Travel time can range from 25 to 50 minutes depending on location.
Still have questions about the course?
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We’ll help you to find the perfect course to match your personal and professional goals.