STUDENTS COMMENT ON THEIR EXPERIENCE WITH INTESOL PRAGUE

Coralee Elder - Canada.

I really enjoyed how intimate things were on the course. The INTESOL Prague staff was generally very friendly and extremely helpful with accommodations and transport (e.g, getting tram passes for all of us!). I loved how they taught us how to teach in the manner of how we should teach - in other words, you played games with us and used the techniques we should model during our input sessions (very creative!). I would definitely recommend the course - I got way more out of it than I had expected.

Rembrandt Evora - Illinois, US.

I initially thought I was going to a large school, but for the amount of students (twelve on our course) it was perfect. The course progressed in a very logical order and, while difficult at times, was set to build upon concepts learned throughout the course. I feel I have improved greatly and it's due to the instructors - I came not knowing how to teach and I feel confident I can at least contend with other teacher-hopefuls. In short, it was a great experience and I would eat babies to do it all again. This is probably one of the best decisions I made in life!

Skye Lee - Vermont, US.

The course I took with INTESOL Prague was fun and the same time I feel that I learned a lot. The morning input sessions were hilarious on so many level as well as helpful for 'stealing' some techniques and seeing what works. The instructors would always be there for us during lesson planning hours and would prompt us instead of giving answers, which makes you work harder but you definitely learn more. I would certainly recommend the course and experience to anyone interested in teaching English abroad - it was a lot more than I expected.

Tammy Bennett - Ireland.

The month I spent with INTESOL Prague was a very useful and enjoyable experience. I learnt a great deal about English as a foreign language, about how to teach it effectively, and about the principles of teaching in general. All these things will stand me in good stead for a career in teaching, at home or abroad, and is a great qualification to have. Doing the course in Prague was excellent because it is an easy city to get to know in a short time, there is lots to do and it is very reasonably priced! My accommodation was very spacious and ideally located for school. And I met a lot of great people through the school making it an all round experience that I won't forget.

Michelle Oates - Birmingham, UK.

I thoroughly enjoyed both the intensive TESOL course and the following business English course. The intensive course is certainly hard work, however it is very rewarding. The staff were always friendly and approachable and helped not just with the course itself but with finding apartments and future employment as well. You really feel like you are being taught by the best throughout the course, as the lessons are interesting, student centred and fun. I learnt more than I thought possible in the short space of time that I had and was able to join this with practical practice in the classroom teaching Czech students. This was scary at first but very rewarding it was nice to build up a rapport with the students and gain more insight into cultural experiences, language levels etc. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone looking to gain a TESOL certificate. It has been brilliant in every aspect, the location of the school, the staff, the adjoining TTA teachers with whom I have made many friends to the course itself, which has been fully professional and insightful throughout.

Kent Welch - North Carolina, US.

I would highly recommend the Intesol Prague TEFL course to any prospective candidates. Deciding on a course is a difficult decision, and from personal experience it was not something I was overly informed about going into the process. Intesol Prague promises a lot on their website, and I can say with confidence that they came through with all of it. From the time I was accepted, the staff, starting with the student coordinator, went above and beyond reasonable expectations to make sure that everything was as smooth and easy for me as possible. This included promptly answering every question I had before coming, to picking me up from the airport, to doing everything they could to ensure adequate and comfortable accomodations. As for the course, it is intensive but extremely informative and hands on. The lead instructor has twelve years of TEFL experience, and as a teacher trainee that experience was an invaluable resource. The facilities are first-rate, and the location could hardly have been more centralized in Prague. Intesol shares its location with Threshold Teaching Associates, one of the largest and most respected language schools in Prague. The day to day interaction with the TTA teachers was invaluable for the advice and experience they had to offer. As for Prague, I could not recommend a better place for taking a TEFL course. The city is beyond georgeous, and the people are warm and eager to both learn and to be taught.

Kent passed away shortly after his course.
We feel proud to have known him. His memory lingers in our hearts.

Kari Griffin - Texas, US.

Intesol Prague was an excellent experience! Although I had a year of TEFL teaching experience, I knew I needed more professional development. I had no idea how or when to explain complex grammar or how to enter a beginner level classroom and teach. After Intesol Prague, I feel well-prepared to enter any TEFL classroom. Vince has a wealth of experience and knows how to prepare TEFL teachers. The personal attention and feedback on student-teaching was invaluable and allowed me to identify and address my strengths and weaknesses. Hana, Jitka, Ladya, and the TTA staff have been friendly, helpful, and thoughtful from the moment I landed in Prague. The standard accomodation was wonderfully convenient for the school, and Hana's booklet on Prague addressed every day needs from how to purchase gym passes to where to do laundry. We had numerous meetings on job guidance, and I was able to arrange an interview with a school in Prague before the course ended. Hana even helped me secure a long-term apartment for my long-term stay in Prague. I must admit that when I boarded the plane to come to Prague I had serious reservations, but I could not have asked for a better experience.

Shelley Morris - Hackbridge, England.

The month I spent with INTESOL Prague was a very useful and enjoyable experience. I learnt a great deal about English as a foreign language, about how to teach it effectively, and about the principles of teaching in general. All these things will stand me in good stead for a career in teaching, at home or abroad, and is a great qualification to have. Doing the course in Prague was excellent because it is an easy city to get to know in a short time, there is lots to do and it is very reasonably priced! My accommodation was very spacious and ideally located for school. And I met a lot of great people through the school making it an all round experience that I won't forget.

Tucker Meier - Nebraska, USA.

INTESOL Prague is a great place to become an English teacher. The staff is very experienced and knowledgeable. They are extremely helpful and provide a fun atmosphere for students and trainees. We were given many good examples through observation and participation; I think it is good to involve the students instead of lecturing all the time - they certainly practise what they preach! The experience I gained through teaching during the course is something you cannot get anywhere else. Prague is a beautiful city and has so many things to offer that there is never a dull moment. I could not have asked for a better apartment or location in the city - especially because it was so close to the school. I recommend Intesol to anyone who is interested in helping others achieve their goal at learning English. It is truly an unforgettable experience.