I took the short course to try…
I took the short course to try living somewhere totally new. It was okay, I guess. I feel a bit more ready to teach abroad now. The whole thing was alright, but I wasn’t super thrilled with it.
I just finished the 300-hour p…
I just finished the 300-hour professional certification. I appreciated *******’s teaching style. My main motivation was to gain an international perspective. I feel prepared to teach English overseas. Overall, my feelings are pretty neutral about the whole experience.
Looking back on the course, I’…
Looking back on the course, I’m a student who just finished it. I feel ready to apply for new positions now. It was really nice to meet peers from different backgrounds. Overall, I was satisfied with the experience.
My main reason for doing the c…
My main reason for doing the course was to experience life abroad. At first, I was a bit unsure about the online format. Being a visual learner, the videos and clear materials really helped me a lot. The tutor ******* was very supportive and knew their stuff. I feel much more prepared now.
As a student who just finished…
As a student who just finished the certificate, I felt happy. I wanted to challenge myself academically. For a visual learner like me, the course materials were really clear and easy to follow. I completed a 200-hour online diploma.
Just wrapping up my academic b…
Just wrapping up my academic bridging certificate, I wanted a change from my usual routine. The course was pretty good overall. I felt content with the training, and the in-person part was useful. The online bit could have been a bit more challenging though.
Thinking back on the course I …
Thinking back on the course I just finished last week, I feel well-prepared. I gained a lot of confidence from the material. My main motivation is to experience life abroad and meet new people. I’m actually looking forward to their next course. The tutors were really helpful whenever I had questions.
Just wrapping up the 200-hour …
Just wrapping up the 200-hour diploma, I’m thrilled with how it went. It gave me the confidence to switch careers into teaching. The course was well-structured and the support was good.
Thinking back on the course, I…
Thinking back on the course, I really enjoyed it. My main goal was to gain a more international perspective. The self-paced style was perfect for me as I like to take my time to think things through. The instructor ******* was very good at explaining the harder parts. It was a very good experience overall.
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