Having done an academic bridgi…
Having done an academic bridging certificate before, I wanted to challenge myself. As someone who learns by trying things, I was pleased with this short-term course. It was a good experience overall. I’d be open to another of their courses in the future.
Getting my online certificate …
Getting my online certificate from Oxford House really built up my skills. I feel much more prepared to teach English overseas now. The course was thorough and university-level, which left me feeling very satisfied. My main motivation was to improve my English teaching skills, and this did it.
Recently, I finished their uni…
Recently, I finished their university-level online certificate. Honestly, I’m very happy with how it went. It really helped me reconnect with my love for languages. I am looking forward to their next course.
Just wrapped up the self-paced…
Just wrapped up the self-paced microcredential. Wanted more freedom, and this fit perfectly. The course itself left me feeling really satisfied with what I learned. Everything was clear and manageable.
Overall, I feel really good ab…
Overall, I feel really good about finishing the program. As someone who likes to get things done, the structure was perfect. My main goal was to find more freedom, and this course delivered. The instructor ******* was very helpful and clear.
I just finished their 300-hour…
I just finished their 300-hour certification last week. Honestly, I wanted to challenge myself academically. The course felt very thorough. Now I feel ready to apply for new positions.
The Power of a Simple Classroom Greeting
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