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Participant comments

Here are a few comments from Barcelona S.I.T. TESOL Certificate Course graduates:

"I highly recommend the S.I.T. TESOL Course in Barcelona. I did a LOT of research on the different courses in Barcelona before signing up with them. The place is very professional, well organized and also lively. The actual course is intense but you get real life experience teaching actual students and the trainers did a great job of preparing us for that. The job help after (and during) the course was above and beyond my expectations." Leigh James, October 2004 graduate

“It was thoroughly enjoyable. I learned a lot in a very positive, supportive environment. The prospect of teaching real students made everyone anxious at first but immediately we all enjoyed it. This is because of the way the SIT course is designed, which I think is extremely smart. The fact that you are in a different country immerses you in the total teaching / learning experience, i.e. you can empathize with your students when they are speaking a 2nd language. Not to mention that Barcelona is a fantastic city with lots to do, lots to see and all of the modern amenities. Beautiful city and the people are great. The staff at Langage is also great and supportive. Their facilities are very nice and conducive to learning. In terms of housing, they help you find a place to stay for a reasonable price. I think the value of the course is also very good.” Laura Ide, July 2004 graduate

"The SIT training course hosted by Langage is an extremely thorough preparation for teaching EFL to students of all levels. It capitalizes on the individual strengths of each teacher and encourages teachers to utilize their creative skills in devising lesson plans. Thanks to the course and the job guidance I was provided, I am now happily living and teaching in Barcelona." Erin Byrne, August 2004 graduate

“The reflective essays were a really important part of the course. The people / peers were wonderful. I feel really confident about applying what I’ve learned.” Benjamin Crabtree, October 2004 graduate

“My experience with S.I.T.’s TESOL course was very rewarding and beneficial. A large amount of learning took place in the four week course. I have gained confidence and feel prepared to teach ESOL. Many great relationships were also formed. S.I.T. and Langage know what they are doing. One of the things from the course I found most useful was the job guidance. Langage is very organized and thorough in providing information on finding a job in Spain and other countries. Thanks to the help of Langage, I was able to find a job in Barcelona immediately after finishing the course.” Jacquie Demuth, October 2004 graduate

Comments from others:

From trainer and faculty member, Connie Tumavicus, "The S.I.T. TESOL Certificate course goes beyond the "how-to" of teaching. Through experience, feedback and reflection, participants enter into a personal discovery of who they are, and who they can be, as teachers. Each time I train, I see participants' eyes light up as they begin to understand the possibilities of learning and growth open to them."