Creative Methodology for The Classroom: A Pilgrims Training Course

Ilknur Kurtulmus, Turkey

Ilknur Kurtulmus is an EFL instructor in Gediz University Preparatory School, Izmir. She enjoys working with Turkish, as well as foreign students. Her professional interests are conducting action research in her classrooms and working on her professional development through courses, seminars, and conferences. E-mail: ilknur.kurtulmus@gediz.edu.tr

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Introduction
Course content
Reflection

Introduction

The course was on Creative Methodology for the Classrom, and it was conducted in Gediz University, Izmir by Valentina Castelli. 60 clock hours and 2 weeks were allocated for the training, and it covered a variety topics as well as a full program of afternoon cultural and educational activities plus guest speakers.

Course content

• Needs Analysis- What is it?
• Learning styles and multiple intelligences
• Teaching listening, reading, speaking and writing skills
• Teaching vocabulary and making grammar fun
• Classroom management and how to motivate students
• Course book adaptation
• Using authentic materials, music, video games, storytelling and TPR in class
• How to teach pronunciation
• Review techniques
• Task-Based Learning; mixed ability classes
• CLIL
• Syllabus Design, testing & assessment
• Dogme approach to language teaching
• Learner training

Reflection

It was rather refreshing and energizing to attend this course, because I realized that I can operate my teaching skills to be more creative and effective. I gained a new insight on creativity since it’s crucial to be creative as a teacher if we desire to have students who can make use of critical thinking. When I went on teaching after having joined this course, I was able to observe in my classes that creative tasks enriched the classroom. Through creative tasks, it was possible to address individual talents and needs.

Please check the Creative Methodology for the Classroom course at Pilgrims website.