"The facilities were fine, and in particular the electronic materials and equipment were excellent"

The facilities were fine, and in particular the electronic materials and equipment were excellent. Rooms that were used were well equipped and lit, though a little cramped when large groups of students were present. We also needed a little more air circulation!

The tutors were well organized, disciplined and taught, as experienced teachers do, by modelling and showing, rather than imposing. There was an atmosphere of friendliness and collegiality (between tutors and trainees), which meant that the frank and positive feedback given by tutors, both on TP lessons and on assignments, was well received.

I have gained sufficient practical experience to be confident that I can start teaching soon, and can continue to learn, and to improve my teaching. The course also gave me a preliminary grounding in grammar, and interest and enthusiasm for mastering as much as I need for teaching!

The course is very intensive, involving a full time day, and several hours of work beyond that. It is very important to find ways to relax and rest during the four week course, as the ability to be attentive and to benefit from the course increases with your state of relaxation and rest.

I am exploring work in the Middle East. Though I particularly want to go to teach in Iran, I feel a short period in either UAR or Saudi Arabia would be beneficial for my continued learning, and for my welfare. I am already preparing applications.