Teach English Now! Lesson Design and Assessment Course Syllabus
Full curriculum breakdown — modules, lessons, estimated time, and outcomes.
Overview: This course provides a comprehensive introduction to lesson design and assessment for English language teaching. Over approximately 126 hours (divided into six modules of 21 hours each), learners will explore foundational theories, practical strategies, and reflective practices essential for creating effective, engaging, and inclusive lessons. Each module builds toward the final project—a fully developed lesson plan with aligned assessments and adapted materials—allowing educators to apply their learning in real-world contexts.
Module 1: Instructional Design Basics
Estimated time: 21 hours
- Key principles of instructional design
- Robert Gagné’s theory of instructional events
- Benjamin Bloom’s taxonomy and learning objectives
- Aligning lessons with curriculum goals
Module 2: Creating Effective Lessons
Estimated time: 21 hours
- Strategies for initiating lessons
- Presentation of content and scaffolding techniques
- Providing guidance during instruction
- Eliciting student performance and participation
Module 3: Assessment Techniques
Estimated time: 21 hours
- Formative and summative assessment methods
- Designing assessments aligned with learning outcomes
- Using feedback to inform instruction
- Assessment validity and reliability
Module 4: Adapting Teaching Materials
Estimated time: 21 hours
- Analyzing existing teaching materials
- Adapting materials for diverse learners
- Creating inclusive and accessible content
- Context-specific material modifications
Module 5: Reflective Teaching Practices
Estimated time: 21 hours
- Engaging in self-reflection on teaching
- Aligning lesson design with personal philosophy
- Using feedback for improvement
- Developing a reflective teaching mindset
Module 6: Lesson Plan and Assessment Design
Estimated time: 21 hours
- Creating a comprehensive lesson plan
- Designing aligned formative and summative assessments
- Integrating adapted or original teaching materials
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of English language teaching
- Access to sample lesson materials (recommended)
- Commitment to complete all modules for certification
What You'll Be Able to Do After
- Apply foundational theories to design effective English lessons
- Structure lessons to maximize student engagement and learning
- Create assessments that accurately measure learning outcomes
- Adapt and create teaching materials for diverse contexts
- Reflect on and improve teaching practices through self-evaluation