Learner journey
The story
Vidya, an accomplished educator with 18 years of experience and double masters degrees, recently embarked on a transformative journey with the IELTS Master Class offered by Cambridge Veritas (English School of London). Despite her extensive background in education, Vidya's passion for continuous learning led her to enroll in this course, aiming to enhance her skills as both a teacher and a trainer.
Motivation for Enrollment
With a rich history of training over 2,000 teachers across more than 300 schools in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu, Vidya recognized a common challenge among educators - a lack of proficiency in speaking skills. She saw the IELTS Master Class as an opportunity to deepen her knowledge and acquire new strategies to better support her trainees.
Course Experience
Vidya described her experience with the IELTS Master Class as overwhelmingly positive. Initially apprehensive about the course's intensity, she found each session to be a "happiest moment," filled with new learning opportunities. The course structure, focusing on Language, Speaking, Reading, and Writing (LSRW) skills, impressed her with its learner-centered approach and practical activities.
Favorite Aspects
Several components of the course stood out to Vidya:
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Loop Input: This teaching technique resonated with her trainer mindset.
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Essay Writing: The course's approach to writing differed significantly from traditional methods, providing valuable insights.
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Mutual Dictation: This activity highlighted the importance of developing concentration and listening skills in students.
Impact on Teaching Approach
The research-based strategies taught in the course had an immediate impact on Vidya's teaching methods. She found herself easily implementing these techniques in her classes the very next day, noting a significant improvement in her ability to engage students and enhance their learning experience.
Personal and Professional Growth
Beyond the classroom, Vidya found herself applying the learned techniques in her personal life, working with her son on his studies. This experience underscored the versatility and effectiveness of the strategies taught in the IELTS Master Class.
Conclusion
For Vidya, the IELTS Master Class was more than just a professional development course; it was a transformative experience that rekindled her passion for teaching and learning. Her journey highlights the importance of continuous education for educators at all levels, demonstrating how even experienced teachers can find new inspiration and techniques to improve their craft.
