Training in Executive Coaching and Mentoring

Training in Executive Coaching and Mentoring (ILM Levels 3, 5 and 7 qualifications) The Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) is the UK s largest management body, combining industry-leading qualifications and specialist member services. It offers qualifications covering all aspects of leadership and management, along with specialist programmes in coaching and mentoring, HR and leadership. Level 3 Award or certificate This three-day qualification is for people in their first management roles including team leaders and first line managers. It will give you the tools and confidence to coach people as part of your normal working role. The course may be taken as an Award or Certificate, depending on the units followed and the number of hours of coaching. You will also be required to submit distance assignments. Level 5 certificate This four-day Certificate course is ideal if you are a manager with significant responsibility for coaching and mentoring as part of your day-to-day role. It will also support you if you are planning to move into a development role in your organisation or start a career as a freelance coach and mentor. You will be required to submit distance assignments. Level 7 certificate or diploma This five-day qualification is designed for senior managers or Human Resources or Organisational Development Professionals who want to develop their expertise and credibility in the fields of coaching and mentoring, or to establish coaching on an organisational level. It is also for professional coaches and mentors seeking to enhance and accredit their experience with a nationally recognised qualification. The course may be taken as a Certificate or Diploma depending on units followed and the number of coaching hours. You will be required to submit distance assignments. Fast Facts Start date: Visit our website for set start dates Maximum group size 12 Entry level: B1+ Participants age: 24+ Course materials: Included Course length: Level 3 Award: 3 days face-to-face + 6 hours of coaching Level 3 Certificate: 3 days face-to-face + 36 hours of coaching Level 5 Certificate: 4 days face-to-face + 20 hours of coaching Level 7 Certificate: 5 days face-to-face + 20 hours of coaching Level 7 Diploma: 5 days face-to-face + 100 hours of coaching

Teacher Training 2015 Cert ibet Certificate in International Business English Training 2 Weeks / 10 Training Days This international qualification is jointly validated and managed by English UK and Trinity College London TARGET AUDIENCE COURSE DATES: 26 th October 6 th November 2015 The York Associates Cert IBET aims to develop EFL teachers wishing to move into Business English teaching and those who have been engaged in Business English teaching but wish to grow professionally while gaining a recognized qualification in the field. Who can apply? Qualified English language teachers (with a CELTA, Trinity Cert TESOL or equivalent) BACKGROUND COURSE SUMMARY This 50-hour+ course seeks to build the confidence of each participant by tapping into their already-existing knowledge of the international business world and the language of business while introducing new concepts and business tools that can help them better participate in their learners discourse and help their learners become better communicators in the world of international business. For over 30 years, the York Associates training model has gone beyond the areas of pure language training and is highly regarded in the field of communication skills training, training and international team and leadership training. We are proud to be able to utilize our expertise to add value to the Cert IBET, bringing together the areas of teaching, coaching, and interpersonal skills training, where participants are introduced to concepts and issues like trust building, conflict handling and influencing skills, in addition to the core concepts of international Business English training. METHODOLOGY Combined with practical tips, lesson ideas and opportunities to practise on one another, the York Associates Cert IBET aims to help participants cultivate their skills in teaching Business English while increasing their expertise by offering them a strong theoretical and working knowledge of best practice in Business English training so that they are able to deliver a customised product to their potential clients. Participants are also introduced to appropriate websites related to the further development of their teaching skills and personal professional development. FOLLOW UP Participants who complete the course have to submit an assignment for the Cert IBET international qualification. The course ends with an evaluation session, where teachers are also encouraged to create a Personal Development Action Plan, and identify activities which they would like to try out in their own classes. They are invited to join the York Associates Community, which allows networking and contact with the trainers and fellow colleagues, and with participants from other courses.

SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME WEEK 1 WHEN MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY MORNING What is Business English? Introduction to English as a Lingua Franca Business topics/sub-topics vs Business skills Methods & Approaches: The Lexical Approach Using Corpora Using technology in the business classroom Business skills: Meetings & Interviews Using roleplays and simulations Assignment information - rubrics & guidelines. Methods & Approaches: Task-Based Learning Dealing with spoken discourse Business skills: Socialising Using drama in the business classroom Business skills: Negotiations Methods & Approaches: Grammaring AFTERNOON Using business texts Needs analysis & research Course planning An introduction to Cross-Cultural Awareness Business topics: Management & HR Coaching as an Approach: Interpersonal Skills: From language teaching to communication training WEEK 2 WHEN MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY MORNING Methods & Approaches: Dogme Dealing with language feedback Teaching 1 to 1 Learner autonomy =, learning styles, & learning strategies Business skills: Presentations Business topics: Sales & marketing Representing yourself professionally Business skills: Business writing & emailing Business skills: telephoning Adapting General English materials for Business English - brainstorming and sharing Continual Professional Development AFTERNOON Using case studies Business topics: Finance Course book evaluation Evaluation & assessment Course Review ESP & EAP Teaching In- Company Designing your own materials Business Exams Questions about assignments PROGRAMME PACKAGE Course Fee 960 Assignment moderation fee 128 REGISTER TODAY, PLACES ARE LIMITED! We look forward to welcoming you to York More Information: training@york-associates.co.uk

Teacher Training 2016 Cert ibet Certificate in International Business English Training 2 Weeks / 10 Training Days This international qualification is jointly validated and managed by English UK and Trinity College London COURSE DATES: 16 th 27 th May 2016 / 15 26 th August 2016 TARGET AUDIENCE The York Associates Cert IBET aims to develop EFL teachers wishing to move into Business English teaching and those who have been engaged in Business English teaching but wish to grow professionally while gaining a recognized qualification in the field. Who can apply? Qualified English language teachers (with a CELTA, Trinity Cert TESOL or equivalent) BACKGROUND COURSE SUMMARY This 50-hour+ course seeks to build the confidence of each participant by tapping into their already-existing knowledge of the international business world and the language of business while introducing new concepts and business tools that can help them better participate in their learners discourse and help their learners become better communicators in the world of international business. For over 30 years, the York Associates training model has gone beyond the areas of pure language training and is highly regarded in the field of communication skills training, training and international team and leadership training. We are proud to be able to utilize our expertise to add value to the Cert IBET, bringing together the areas of teaching, coaching, and interpersonal skills training, where participants are introduced to concepts and issues like trust building, conflict handling and influencing skills, in addition to the core concepts of international Business English training. METHODOLOGY Combined with practical tips, lesson ideas and opportunities to practise on one another, the York Associates Cert IBET aims to help participants cultivate their skills in teaching Business English while increasing their expertise by offering them a strong theoretical and working knowledge of best practice in Business English training so that they are able to deliver a customised product to their potential clients. Participants are also introduced to appropriate websites related to the further development of their teaching skills and personal professional development. FOLLOW UP Participants who complete the course have to submit an assignment for the Cert IBET international qualification. The course ends with an evaluation session, where teachers are also encouraged to create a Personal Development Action Plan, and identify activities which they would like to try out in their own classes. They are invited to join the York Associates Community, which allows networking and contact with the trainers and fellow colleagues, and with participants from other courses.

SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME WEEK 1 WHEN MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY MORNING What is Business English? Introduction to English as a Lingua Franca Business topics/sub-topics vs Business skills Methods & Approaches: The Lexical Approach Using Corpora Using technology in the business classroom Business skills: Meetings & Interviews Using roleplays and simulations Assignment information - rubrics & guidelines. Methods & Approaches: Task-Based Learning Dealing with spoken discourse Business skills: Socialising Using drama in the business classroom Business skills: Negotiations Methods & Approaches: Grammaring AFTERNOON Using business texts Needs analysis & research Course planning An introduction to Cross-Cultural Awareness Business topics: Management & HR Coaching as an Approach: Interpersonal Skills: From language teaching to communication training WEEK 2 WHEN MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY MORNING Methods & Approaches: Dogme Dealing with language feedback Teaching 1 to 1 Learner autonomy =, learning styles, & learning strategies Business skills: Presentations Business topics: Sales & marketing Representing yourself professionally Business skills: Business writing & emailing Business skills: telephoning Adapting General English materials for Business English - brainstorming and sharing Continual Professional Development AFTERNOON Using case studies Business topics: Finance Course book evaluation Evaluation & assessment Course Review ESP & EAP Teaching In- Company Designing your own materials Business Exams Questions about assignments PROGRAMME PACKAGE Course Fee 960 Assignment moderation fee 128 REGISTER TODAY, PLACES ARE LIMITED! We look forward to welcoming you to York More Information: training@york-associates.co.uk

Teacher Training 2016 Teaching Technical English 1 Week / 5 Training Days COURSE DATES April 25 th 6 th 29-10 th th July 2015 August 15 th 10 19 th th - August 14 th 2015 24 th 28 th October TARGET AUDIENCE This course is for all professionals who want to better understand the challenges of teaching technical English. You will learn about different approaches to teaching aspects of technical English and develop your skills for teaching in areas such as static and process description, materials and engineering in pedagogical contexts. Participants need to be at a B1 level of English. COURSE SUMMARY This highly interactive teacher training course provides a solid introduction to the teaching of technical English. The course covers a broad span of teaching ideas and activities to enliven lessons and make them more motivating and places a strong emphasis on developing practical skills for the classroom. The course is useful for both those with some experience of technical English training and those new to the field. PREPARATION After registration, participants on this course programme will receive: - A pre-course questionnaire which will enable trainers to learn about the participants' teaching backgrounds - Information about the Europass Mobility Certificate - A recommended reading list to prepare participants for various aspects of the course - Information about York to prepare teachers for their cultural experience OBJECTIVES By the end of the course participants will: - be able to understand and use a wide range of technical vocabulary - have a knowledge of the properties, forms and interconnection of materials - have gained the confidence to discuss and present technical issues - have developed an understanding of the structural use of technical language METHODOLOGY Sessions demonstrate and train technical English approaches, methodologies, techniques and knowledge. An interactive communicative approach is applied, which provides participants with their own experiential learning of the activities and methodologies. Input sessions are in the form of hands-on workshops and involve brainstorming, analysis, problem-solving, and role-play, both in pair work & group work. Participants are actively involved in the sessions to maximize their learning and to experience activities from their learners point of view. Teachers are asked to reflect on the activities, inviting discussion with regard to their own pedagogical knowledge and skills, teaching methods and contexts, and on adaptation of activities to their own teaching and learning situations. Participants are also introduced to key resources related to the further development of their teaching skills and personal professional development. Both teaching and learning are explored, analyzed and discussed, further enabling the participants use of their teaching skills in technical English. FOLLOW UP The course ends with an evaluation session, where teachers are asked to reflect upon the value of the knowledge gained on the course. They are also encouraged in this session to create a Personal Development Action Plan, and select activities which they would like to try out in their own classes. They are invited to join the York Associates Community, which allows networking and contact with the trainers and fellow colleagues, and with participants from other courses. www.york- associates.co.uk

SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME TEACHING TECHNICAL ENGLISH TIME 9.00-10.30 10.45-12.15 13.30-15.00 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Ice-breaker Introduction to the course: objectives and methodology Technical Vocabulary Dimensions and shapes Static description Static description Action verbs Active / Passive voice Language Feedback Technical Vocabulary Action verbs Interconnection Materials Formats Technical Cause and effect Active / passive Process Description Video comprehension Describing a production process Language Feedback Technical Vocabulary Machining Forming Energy Engines Technical Problem solving Map reading Information exchange Treasure Hunt in York Fun practical activity in the city centre to test out your accuracy and technical understanding Language Feedback Technical Vocabulary More materials: Metals Polymers Minerals Wood Technical Meeting/discussion Comparing Question / answer session Presenting Technical Information Prepare a talk around a technical subject Language Feedback Vocabulary review Bringing it all together Producing training materials Workshop for materials production based around technical language Personal Action Plan further professional development Review and feedback. PROGRAMME PACKAGE Course Fee 280 Programme and accommodation placement fee 100 Accommodation (homestay 6 nights) 180 Total one-week programme fee 560 Programme Package fee includes: Course fee Registration fees Training / Tuition: 22.5 hours over 5 training days (1 Week Programme) Host family accommodation (6 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast/Dinner daily). Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee End of Course Certificate All NESDAY programmes CTICE TODA have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day. www.york- associates.co.uk

Teacher Training 2015 Spice Up Your Teaching Methodology in Practice Today 1 Week / 5 Training Days COURSE DATES 2015 April 6 th - 10 th July 20 th - 24 th August 3 rd - 7 th November 2 nd - 6 th TARGET AUDIENCE Teachers of English and other languages who teach in secondary schools or adult education, who would like to refresh their teaching methods and techniques. Participants need to be at a B1 level of English. COURSE SUMMARY A highly practical one-week training programme which covers a broad span of teaching ideas and activities to enliven lessons and make them more motivating. This course addresses language teachers and educators in secondary, vocational and adult education sectors. PREPARATION After registration, participants on this course programme will receive: A pre-course questionnaire which will enable trainers to learn about the participants' teaching backgrounds Information about the Europass Mobility Certificate A recommended reading list to prepare participants for various aspects of the course Information about York to prepare teachers for their cultural experience OBJECTIVES To enable a better understanding of Language Teaching and expand & build on previous knowledge, using a range of practical methodologies To introduce new areas of teaching methodologies and accompanying techniques, using hands-on experiential methods To help teachers reflect on their own teaching methods & contexts & develop teaching skills To introduce an awareness of technology and ICT in the classroom today To exchange pedagogical information & knowledge in a multi-cultural context To further develop participants own language skills To experience the cultural heritage of York The course draws on the EU-funded METHODS project, which resulted from the original project: BP-BLTM Best Practice Best Language Teaching Methods Project (BP BLTM). METHODOLOGY Sessions demonstrate current EFL approaches, methodologies & techniques. An interactive communicative approach is applied, which provides participants with their own experiential learning of the activities & methodologies. Input sessions are in the form of hands-on workshops and involve brainstorming, analysis, problem-solving, and roleplay, both in pair work & group work. Teachers are asked to reflect on the activities, inviting discussion with regard to their own pedagogical knowledge & skills, teaching methods & contexts, and on adaptation of activities to their teaching & learning situations. Both teaching & learning are explored, analysed and discussed, further enabling the participants use of their communication skills in English. Participants are actively involved in the sessions to maximize their learning and to experience activities from their learners point of view. Participants are also introduced to key websites related to the further development of their teaching skills & personal professional development. FOLLOW UP The course ends with an evaluation session, where teachers are asked to reflect upon the value of the knowledge gained on the course. They are also encouraged in this session to create a Personal Development Action Plan, and select activities which they would like to try out in their own classes. They are invited to join the York Associates Community, which allows networking and contact with the trainers and fellow colleagues, and with participants from other courses. www.york- associates.co.uk

SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME SPICE UP YOUR TEACHING - METHODOLOGY IN PRACTICE TODAY TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9.00-10.30 Engaging the learner: What motivates today s students? Task-based learning The chemistry of Words: collocation Cuisenaire rods & language learning Tell me a story! Using stories in the classroom Grammar practice activities 10:45-12.15 Get them talking! Encouraging your students to speak The Dictation revival (incl. dictogloss) Teaching language through project work Using videos in the classroom Exploiting the internet and mobile devices 13:30-15:00 Learner styles & multiple intelligences Songs & music & their learning potential Language development: speaking activity & error correction Social programme Colloquial English and idiomatic language PROGRAMME PACKAGE Course Fee 280 Programme and accommodation placement fee 100 Accommodation (homestay 6 nights) 180 Total one-week programme fee 560 E MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY F SAMPLE COURSE PROGRA CHING Programme - METHODOOGY Package fee includes: IN PRACTICE TODA Course fee Registration fees Training / Tuition: 22.5 hours over 5 training days (1 Week Programme) Host family accommodation (6 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast/Dinner daily). Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee End of Course Certificate All programmes have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day. www.york- associates.co.uk

Teacher Training 2016 Spice Up Your Teaching Methodology in Practice Today 1 Week / 5 Training Days COURSE DATES 2016 18 th 22 nd July 1 1st 5 th August 31 st October 4 th November TARGET AUDIENCE Teachers of English and other languages who teach in secondary schools or adult education, who would like to refresh their teaching methods and techniques. Participants need to be at a B1 level of English. COURSE SUMMARY A highly practical one-week training programme which covers a broad span of teaching ideas and activities to enliven lessons and make them more motivating. This course addresses language teachers and educators in secondary, vocational and adult education sectors. PREPARATION After registration, participants on this course programme will receive: A pre-course questionnaire which will enable trainers to learn about the participants' teaching backgrounds Information about the Europass Mobility Certificate A recommended reading list to prepare participants for various aspects of the course Information about York to prepare teachers for their cultural experience OBJECTIVES To enable a better understanding of Language Teaching and expand & build on previous knowledge, using a range of practical methodologies To introduce new areas of teaching methodologies and accompanying techniques, using hands-on experiential methods To help teachers reflect on their own teaching methods & contexts & develop teaching skills To introduce an awareness of technology and ICT in the classroom today To exchange pedagogical information & knowledge in a multi-cultural context To further develop participants own language skills To experience the cultural heritage of York The course draws on the EU-funded METHODS project, which resulted from the original project: BP-BLTM Best Practice Best Language Teaching Methods Project (BP BLTM). METHODOLOGY Sessions demonstrate current EFL approaches, methodologies & techniques. An interactive communicative approach is applied, which provides participants with their own experiential learning of the activities & methodologies. Input sessions are in the form of hands-on workshops and involve brainstorming, analysis, problem-solving, and roleplay, both in pair work & group work. Teachers are asked to reflect on the activities, inviting discussion with regard to their own pedagogical knowledge & skills, teaching methods & contexts, and on adaptation of activities to their teaching & learning situations. Both teaching & learning are explored, analysed and discussed, further enabling the participants use of their communication skills in English. Participants are actively involved in the sessions to maximize their learning and to experience activities from their learners point of view. Participants are also introduced to key websites related to the further development of their teaching skills & personal professional development. FOLLOW UP The course ends with an evaluation session, where teachers are asked to reflect upon the value of the knowledge gained on the course. They are also encouraged in this session to create a Personal Development Action Plan, and select activities which they would like to try out in their own classes. They are invited to join the York Associates Community, which allows networking and contact with the trainers and fellow colleagues, and with participants from other courses.

SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME SPICE UP YOUR TEACHING - METHODOLOGY IN PRACTICE TODAY TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9.00-10.30 Engaging the learner: What motivates today s students? Task-based learning The chemistry of Words: collocation Cuisenaire rods & language learning Tell me a story! Using stories in the classroom Grammar practice activities 10:45-12.15 Get them talking! Encouraging your students to speak The Dictation revival (incl. dictogloss) Teaching language through project work Using videos in the classroom Exploiting the internet and mobile devices 13:30-15:00 Learner styles & multiple intelligences Songs & music & their learning potential Language development: speaking activity & error correction Social programme Colloquial English and idiomatic language PROGRAMME PACKAGE Course Fee 280 Programme and accommodation placement fee 100 Accommodation (homestay 6 nights) 180 Total one-week programme fee 560 E MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY F SAMPLE COURSE PROGRA CHING Programme - METHODOOGY Package fee includes: IN PRACTICE TODA Course fee Registration fees Training / Tuition: 22.5 hours over 5 training days (1 Week Programme) Host family accommodation (6 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast/Dinner daily). Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee End of Course Certificate All programmes have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day.

Teacher Training 2016 Methodology revisited, revitalised and re-energised 2 Weeks / 10 Training Days COURSE DATES 2016 4 th 15 th July 15 th 26 th August TARGET AUDIENCE Teachers of English and other languages who teach in secondary schools or adult education, who would like to refresh their teaching methods and techniques. Participants need to be at a B1 level of English. COURSE SUMMARY The aim of this two-week course is for teachers and teacher trainers to experience a range of interesting activities linking methodology and learning theories to today s classroom. It covers a broad span of teaching ideas and activities to enliven lessons and make them more motivating. Sessions are practical, include a focus on technology, and help teachers reflect on their approach to teaching today s students. The course addresses the needs of language teachers and educators in secondary and adult education. PREPARATION After registration, participants on this course programme will receive: A pre-course questionnaire which will enable trainers to learn about the participants' teaching backgrounds Information about the Europass Mobility Certificate A recommended reading list to prepare participants for various aspects of the course Information about York to prepare teachers for their cultural experience OBJECTIVES We aim to develop a better understanding of language teaching and expand and build on previous knowledge using a range of practical methodologies introduce new areas of teaching methodologies and accompanying techniques, using hands-on experiential methods enable teachers to reflect on their own teaching methods and contexts, and develop teaching skills introduce an awareness of technology and ICT in the classroom today encourage an exchange of pedagogical information and knowledge in a multi-cultural context further develop participants own language skills The course draws on the EU-funded METHODS project, which resulted from the original project: BP-BLTM Best Practice Best Language Teaching Methods Project (BP BLTM). METHODOLOGY Sessions demonstrate current EFL approaches, methodologies and techniques. An interactive communicative approach is applied, which provides participants with their own experiential learning of the activities and methodologies. Input sessions are in the form of hands-on workshops and involve brainstorming, analysis, problem-solving, and roleplay, both in pair work and group work. Teachers are asked to reflect on the activities, inviting discussion with regard to their own pedagogical knowledge and skills, teaching methods and contexts, and on adaptation of activities to their teaching and learning situations. Both teaching and learning are explored, analysed and discussed, further enabling the participants own use of their communication skills in English. Participants are actively involved in the sessions to maximize their learning and to experience activities from their learners point of view. Participants are also introduced to key websites related to the further development of their teaching skills and personal professional development.

FOLLOW UP The course ends with an evaluation session, where teachers are asked to reflect upon the value of the knowledge gained on the course. They are also encouraged in this session to create a Personal Development Action Plan, and select activities which they would like to try out in their own classes. Additionally, they are invited to join the York Associates Community, which allows networking and contact with the trainers and fellow colleagues, and with participants from other courses. SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME WEEK 1 TIME METHODOLOGY REVISITED, REVITALISED AND RE-ENERGISED MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9.00-10.30 Engaging the learner: What motivates today s students? The chemistry of words - collocation Cuisenaire rods & language learning Tell me a story! Using stories in the classroom Grammar practice activities Task-based learning 10.45-12.15 Get them talking! Encouraging your students to speak The dictation revival (incl. dictogloss) Teaching language through project work Using videos and DVDs Exploiting the internet and mobile devices 13.30-15.00 Learner styles & multiple intelligences Songs & music & their learning potential Language development: speaking activity & error correction Social programme Colloquial English and idiomatic language WEEK 2 METHODOLOGY REVISITED, REVITALISED AND RE-ENERGISED TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9.00-10.30 Warmers, fillers and coolers Using humour for language-learning Designing crosswords and quizzes Making pronunciation fun Drama, roleplay and simulations 10.45-12.15 Learning vocabulary Dealing with learner errors Teaching language through project work M-Learning projects: video creation Exploiting the Internet for further development 13.30-15.00 The learner as a resource YouTube, video clips and learning Using concordances and dictionaries for vocabulary Social programme Language development: speaking activity + course evaluation and feedback

PROGRAMME PACKAGE Course Fee Programme and accommodation placement fee 560 ( 280 per week) 100 Accommodation (homestay 13 nights) 390 Total two-week programme package fee 1050 Programme Package fee includes: Course fee Registration fees Training / Tuition: 45 hours over 10 training days (2 Week Programme) Host family accommodation (13 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast/Dinner daily). Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee End of Course Certificate All programmes have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day.

COURSE DATES 2015 Teacher Training 2015 Empowerment in ICT skills Making use of technology tools 1 Week / 5 Training Days March 30 th - April 3 rd July 27 th - 31 st August 17 th - 21 st October 19 th - 23 rd TARGET AUDIENCE Educators and other professionals who would like to experience for themselves a variety of software and online tools in order to integrate technology into their learning environments, while also brushing up their own use of English. Specialised knowledge is not required, except for a basic knowledge of using Microsoft Word and using the Internet. Participants need to be at a B1 level of English. COURSE SUMMARY A hands-on, practical one-week course aimed at professionals who would like to develop teaching methods to include technology in the classroom, school or other learning environments. A wide range of free available technologies is introduced and worked on during this course. PREPARATION After registration, participants on this course programme will receive: A pre-course questionnaire which will enable trainers to learn about the participants' teaching backgrounds Information about the Europass Mobility Certificate A list of software to download and install, to prepare participants for various aspects of the course Information about York to prepare teachers for their cultural experience OBJECTIVES The aim of this course is to; enable better skills in technology and ICT introduce an awareness of ways of integrating ICT with teaching methodologies, using hands-on and experiential methods help teachers reflect on their own teaching methods in relation to technology in the classroom today introduce an awareness of technology and ICT in the classroom today help participants experience hands-on a range of interesting tools, software and programmes which are available as freeware and to set up activities linking contemporary methodology with technology further develop participants own language skills experience the cultural heritage of York with its rich environment The course draws on the results of the POOLS and POOLS-T Leonardo Projects (Project for Open Online Learning Systems) and methodologies. METHODOLOGY This course is taught interactively, with input sessions, collaborative and group project work. Participants are actively involved in all sessions. Input sessions are in the form of hands-on workshops and could involve brain-storming, analysis and problemsolving. Sessions help participants to set up tools such as blogs, wikis and websites and apply online tools in a supported setting. Participants are asked to reflect on the tools and activities, inviting discussion with regard to their own knowledge and skills, their approach to teaching today s students and on adaptation of the use of tools to their teaching and learning situations and contexts. Exchange of participants ICT and pedagogical knowledge is encouraged through discussion. Participants own language skills are developed and feedback given where appropriate. Participants are also introduced to appropriate websites related to the further development of their teaching skills and personal professional development.

FOLLOW UP The course ends with an evaluation session, where teachers are asked to reflect upon the value of the knowledge gained on the course and its usefulness to them. They are also encouraged in this session to create a Personal Development Action Plan, and select activities which they would like to try out in their own classes. They are invited to join the York Associates Community, which allows networking and contact with the trainers and fellow colleagues, and with participants from other courses. SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME EMPOWERMENT IN ICT SKILLS: MAKING USE OF TECHNOLOGY TOOLS TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9.00-10.30 CMC: Computer- Mediated Podcasting and recording/preparing audio for online use Authoring tools: creating online exercises: matching jumbled texts, gapfills, etc How to design your own website Tech-tools: recording from your computer screen 10.45-12.15 Blogs: uses and their learning potential Designing a blog Tech-tools: creating animated slideshows Using Videos and DVDs Mobile Learning both inside and outside the classroom: Tools Using computers: Exploiting the Internet 13.30-15.00 Creating a blog Downloading and editing video clips Subtitling as task Mind maps and word clouds Mobile Learning both inside and outside the classroom: Apps Project work and Course Evaluation PROGRAMME PACKAGE Course Fee 280 Programme and accommodation placement fee 100 Accommodation (homestay 6 nights) 180 Total one-week programme package fee 560 Programme Package fee includes: Course fee Registration fees Training / Tuition: 22.5 hours over 5 training days (1 Week Programme) Host family accommodation (6 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast/Dinner daily). Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee End of Course Certificate All programmes have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day. ACTICE TODA

Teacher Training 2016 Empowerment in ICT skills Making use of technology tools 1 Week / 5 Training Days COURSE DATES 2016 28 th March 1 st April 25 th 29 th July 15 th 19 th August 17 th 21 st October TARGET AUDIENCE Educators and other professionals who would like to experience for themselves a variety of software and online tools in order to integrate technology into their learning environments, while also brushing up their own use of English. Specialised knowledge is not required, except for a basic knowledge of using Microsoft Word and using the Internet. Participants need to be at a B1 level of English. COURSE SUMMARY A hands-on, practical one-week course aimed at professionals who would like to develop teaching methods to include technology in the classroom, school or other learning environments. A wide range of free available technologies is introduced and worked on during this course. PREPARATION After registration, participants on this course programme will receive: A pre-course questionnaire which will enable trainers to learn about the participants' teaching backgrounds Information about the Europass Mobility Certificate A list of software to download and install, to prepare participants for various aspects of the course Information about York to prepare teachers for their cultural experience OBJECTIVES The aim of this course is to; enable better skills in technology and ICT introduce an awareness of ways of integrating ICT with teaching methodologies, using hands-on and experiential methods help teachers reflect on their own teaching methods in relation to technology in the classroom today introduce an awareness of technology and ICT in the classroom today help participants experience hands-on a range of interesting tools, software and programmes which are available as freeware and to set up activities linking contemporary methodology with technology further develop participants own language skills experience the cultural heritage of York with its rich environment The course draws on the results of the POOLS and POOLS-T Leonardo Projects (Project for Open Online Learning Systems) and methodologies. METHODOLOGY This course is taught interactively, with input sessions, collaborative and group project work. Participants are actively involved in all sessions. Input sessions are in the form of hands-on workshops and could involve brain-storming, analysis and problemsolving. Sessions help participants to set up tools such as blogs, wikis and websites and apply online tools in a supported setting. Participants are asked to reflect on the tools and activities, inviting discussion with regard to their own knowledge and skills, their approach to teaching today s students and on adaptation of the use of tools to their teaching and learning situations and contexts. Exchange of participants ICT and pedagogical knowledge is encouraged through discussion. Participants own language skills are developed and feedback given where appropriate. Participants are also introduced to appropriate websites related to the further development of their teaching skills and personal professional development.

FOLLOW UP The course ends with an evaluation session, where teachers are asked to reflect upon the value of the knowledge gained on the course and its usefulness to them. They are also encouraged in this session to create a Personal Development Action Plan, and select activities which they would like to try out in their own classes. They are invited to join the York Associates Community, which allows networking and contact with the trainers and fellow colleagues, and with participants from other courses. SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME EMPOWERMENT IN ICT SKILLS: MAKING USE OF TECHNOLOGY TOOLS TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9.00-10.30 CMC: Computer- Mediated Podcasting and recording/preparing audio for online use Authoring tools: creating online exercises: matching jumbled texts, gapfills, etc How to design your own website Tech-tools: recording from your computer screen 10.45-12.15 Blogs: uses and their learning potential Designing a blog Tech-tools: creating animated slideshows Using Videos and DVDs Mobile Learning both inside and outside the classroom: Tools Using computers: Exploiting the Internet 13.30-15.00 Creating a blog Downloading and editing video clips Subtitling as task Mind maps and word clouds Mobile Learning both inside and outside the classroom: Apps Project work and Course Evaluation PROGRAMME PACKAGE Course Fee 280 Programme and accommodation placement fee 100 Accommodation (homestay 6 nights) 180 Total one-week programme package fee 560 Programme Package fee includes: Course fee Registration fees Training / Tuition: 22.5 hours over 5 training days (1 Week Programme) Host family accommodation (6 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast/Dinner daily). Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee End of Course Certificate All programmes have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day. ACTICE TODA

Teacher Training 2015 Empowerment in ICT skills Technology Enhanced Learning 2 Weeks / 10 Training Days COURSE DATES 2015 August 3 rd 14 th TARGET AUDIENCE This course is aimed at educators and other professionals who would like to experience for themselves a variety of software and online tools in order to integrate technology into their learning environments. Specialised knowledge is not required, except for a basic knowledge of using Microsoft Word and using the Internet. Participants need to be at a B1 level of English. COURSE SUMMARY A hands-on, practical two-week course aimed at professionals who would like to develop teaching methods to include technology in the classroom, school or other learning environments. A wide range of free available technologies is introduced and worked on during this course. PREPARATION After registration, participants on this course programme will receive: A pre-course questionnaire which will enable trainers to learn about the participants' teaching backgrounds Information about the Europass Mobility Certificate A list of software to download and install, to prepare participants for various aspects of the course Information about York to prepare teachers for their cultural experience OBJECTIVES To enable better skills in technology and ICT To introduce an awareness of ways of integrating ICT with teaching methodologies, using hands-on and experiential methods To help teachers reflect on their own teaching methods in relation to technology in the classroom today To introduce an awareness of technology and ICT in the classroom today To help participants experience hands-on a range of interesting tools, software and programmes which are available as freeware and to set up activities linking contemporary methodology with technology To further develop participants own language skills The course draws on the results of the POOLS and POOLS-T Leonardo Projects (Project for Open Online Learning Systems) and methodologies METHODOLOGY This course is taught interactively, with input sessions, collaborative and group project work. Participants are actively involved in all sessions. Input sessions are in the form of hands-on workshops and could involve brainstorming, analysis and problem-solving. Sessions help participants to set up tools such as blogs, wikis and websites and apply online tools in a supported setting. Participants are asked to reflect on the tools and activities, inviting discussion with regard to their own knowledge and skills, their approach to teaching today s students and on adaptation of the use of tools to their teaching and learning situations and contexts. Exchange of ICT and pedagogical knowledge is encouraged. Participants own language skills are developed and feedback given where appropriate. Participants are also introduced to appropriate websites related to the further development of their teaching skills and personal professional development. www.york- associates.co.uk

FOLLOW UP The course ends with an evaluation session, where teachers are asked to reflect upon the value of the knowledge gained on the course and its usefulness to them. They are also encouraged in this session to create a Personal Development Action Plan, and select activities which they would like to try out in their own classes. Participants are invited to join the York Associates Community, which allows networking and contact with the trainers and fellow colleagues, and with participants from other courses. SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME WEEK 1: TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED LEARNING TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9.00-10.30 CMC: Computer- Mediated Podcasting and recording/preparing audio for online use Authoring tools: creating online exercises: matching jumbled texts, gapfills, etc How to design your own website Tech-tools: recording from your computer screen 10.45-12.15 Blogs: uses and their learning potential Designing a blog Tech-tools: creating animated slideshows Authoring tools: creating online exercises: matching jumbled texts, gapfills, etc Using Videos and DVDs Embeddable RSS feeds and chatrooms 13.30-15.00 Creating a blog Downloading and editing video clips Subtitling as task Social programme Prezi: alternative online presentations tool Project work www.york- associates.co.uk

WEEK 2: TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED LEARNING TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9.00-10.30 Online tools: designing crosswords and quizzes WIKIs: How they work and their learning potential Mobile Learning both inside and outside the classroom: Tools Authoring tools: Creating an online interactive maze Creating cartoons for learning purposes 10.45-12.15 Webquests and their learning potential Creating a WIKI Mobile Learning both inside and outside the classroom: Apps StoryBird Mind maps and word clouds 13.30-15.00 Designing a webquest Dashboards Social Programme Concordances, dictionaries and visual thesaurus Project work and Course Evaluation PRICES Course Fee 560 ( 280 per week) Programme and accommodation placement fee 100 Accommodation (homestay 13 nights) 390 Total two-week programme fee 1050 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Programme A SAMPLE COURSE Package PY fee IN includes: PRACTICE TODA Course fee Registration fees Training / Tuition: 45 hours over 10 training days (2 Week Programme) Host family accommodation (13 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast/Dinner daily) Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee. End of Course Certificate ME MOND AY TUES DAY All programmes have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day. www.york- associates.co.uk

Teacher Training 2016 Empowerment in ICT skills Technology Enhanced Learning 2 Weeks / 10 Training Days COURSE DATES 2016 August 1 st 12 th TARGET AUDIENCE This course is aimed at educators and other professionals who would like to experience for themselves a variety of software and online tools in order to integrate technology into their learning environments. Specialised knowledge is not required, except for a basic knowledge of using Microsoft Word and using the Internet. Participants need to be at a B1 level of English. COURSE SUMMARY A hands-on, practical two-week course aimed at professionals who would like to develop teaching methods to include technology in the classroom, school or other learning environments. A wide range of free available technologies is introduced and worked on during this course. PREPARATION After registration, participants on this course programme will receive: A pre-course questionnaire which will enable trainers to learn about the participants' teaching backgrounds Information about the Europass Mobility Certificate A list of software to download and install, to prepare participants for various aspects of the course Information about York to prepare teachers for their cultural experience OBJECTIVES To enable better skills in technology and ICT To introduce an awareness of ways of integrating ICT with teaching methodologies, using hands-on and experiential methods To help teachers reflect on their own teaching methods in relation to technology in the classroom today To introduce an awareness of technology and ICT in the classroom today To help participants experience hands-on a range of interesting tools, software and programmes which are available as freeware and to set up activities linking contemporary methodology with technology To further develop participants own language skills The course draws on the results of the POOLS and POOLS-T Leonardo Projects (Project for Open Online Learning Systems) and methodologies METHODOLOGY This course is taught interactively, with input sessions, collaborative and group project work. Participants are actively involved in all sessions. Input sessions are in the form of hands-on workshops and could involve brainstorming, analysis and problem-solving. Sessions help participants to set up tools such as blogs, wikis and websites and apply online tools in a supported setting. Participants are asked to reflect on the tools and activities, inviting discussion with regard to their own knowledge and skills, their approach to teaching today s students and on adaptation of the use of tools to their teaching and learning situations and contexts. Exchange of ICT and pedagogical knowledge is encouraged. Participants own language skills are developed and feedback given where appropriate. Participants are also introduced to appropriate websites related to the further development of their teaching skills and personal professional development.

FOLLOW UP The course ends with an evaluation session, where teachers are asked to reflect upon the value of the knowledge gained on the course and its usefulness to them. They are also encouraged in this session to create a Personal Development Action Plan, and select activities which they would like to try out in their own classes. Participants are invited to join the York Associates Community, which allows networking and contact with the trainers and fellow colleagues, and with participants from other courses. SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME WEEK 1: TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED LEARNING TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9.00-10.30 CMC: Computer- Mediated Podcasting and recording/preparing audio for online use Authoring tools: creating online exercises: matching jumbled texts, gapfills, etc How to design your own website Tech-tools: recording from your computer screen 10.45-12.15 Blogs: uses and their learning potential Designing a blog Tech-tools: creating animated slideshows Authoring tools: creating online exercises: matching jumbled texts, gapfills, etc Using Videos and DVDs Embeddable RSS feeds and chatrooms 13.30-15.00 Creating a blog Downloading and editing video clips Subtitling as task Social programme Prezi: alternative online presentations tool Project work

WEEK 2: TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED LEARNING TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9.00-10.30 Online tools: designing crosswords and quizzes WIKIs: How they work and their learning potential Mobile Learning both inside and outside the classroom: Tools Authoring tools: Creating an online interactive maze Creating cartoons for learning purposes 10.45-12.15 Webquests and their learning potential Creating a WIKI Mobile Learning both inside and outside the classroom: Apps StoryBird Mind maps and word clouds 13.30-15.00 Designing a webquest Dashboards Social Programme Concordances, dictionaries and visual thesaurus Project work and Course Evaluation PRICES Course Fee 560 ( 280 per week) Programme and accommodation placement fee 100 Accommodation (homestay 13 nights) 390 Total two-week programme fee 1050 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Programme A SAMPLE COURSE Package PY IN fee PRACTICE includes: TODA Course fee Registration fees Training / Tuition: 45 hours over 10 training days (2 Week Programme) Host family accommodation (13 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast/Dinner daily) Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee. End of Course Certificate ME MOND AY TUESD AY All programmes have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day.

Teacher Training 2015 Teaching Intercultural Skills 1 Week / 5 Training Days COURSE DATES 2015 April April 6 th 6- th 10- th 102015 th August 10 th 10- th 14- th 142015 th November 2 nd - 6 th TARGET AUDIENCE This course is for all professionals who want to better understand the challenges of teaching communication skills. You will learn about different approaches to teaching aspects of communication and develop your skills for teaching in areas such as building rapport, influencing and managing conflict in professional contexts. Participants need to be at a B1 level of English. COURSE SUMMARY This highly interactive teacher training course provides a solid introduction to the teaching of skills. The course combines established theoretical approaches to culture with new insights into communication, and places a strong emphasis on developing practical skills for the classroom. The course is useful for both those with some experience of training and those new to the field. PREPARATION This course does not require any mandatory preparation but suggested reading lists will be provided. Participants will also be sent a pre-course questionnaire to assess their educational contexts and how, as educators, they need to develop interpersonal skills to support dialogue. This will help to fully customise the course to their educational contexts. They will also receive information about York to prepare for their cultural experience. OBJECTIVES By the end of the course participants will: understand different approaches to communication skills training be familiar with a range of different competence models be aware of the role which attitude and perception has on communication know which interpersonal communication skills underpin successful communication across cultures e.g. building rapport, influencing, managing conflict, creating trust, etc. have practical ideas on how to design training courses to develop communication skills be familiar with different training techniques for delivering training know how to assess the effectiveness of training courses METHODOLOGY An interactive communicative approach is applied, which provides participants with their own experiential learning of the activities & methodologies. Input sessions involve brainstorming, analysis, problem-solving, and role-play, both in pair work & group work. Participants are actively involved in the sessions to maximize their learning and to experience activities from their learners point of view. Teachers are asked to reflect on the activities, inviting discussion with regard to their own pedagogical knowledge & skills, teaching methods & contexts, and on adaptation of activities to their teaching & learning situations. Participants are also introduced to key websites related to the further development of their teaching skills & personal professional development. FOLLOW UP Participants will be invited to join the Dialogin network which provides extensive web-based materials and ideas for on-going personal development. Participants will also be encouraged to use the networking opportunities available via the York Associates community. www.york- associates.co.uk

SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME TEACHING INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9.00-10.30 Ice-breaker Introduction to the course: objectives and methodology fundamentals: Speaking and listening effectively How to persuade and influence people across cultures How to understand and manage crosscultural conflicts Teaching methodology: - designing courses a step by step approach 10.45-12.15 Simulation: travelling to and unknown place - asking the right questions - learning to think before you speak - building relationships Teaching methodology: - decision-making in meetings - understanding and using competence models in class Teaching methodology: - delivering courses - facilitation versus training Teaching methodology: - using feedback effectively in training courses Resources: published training materials, simulations, websites, organisations - evaluating training measuring the success of training 13.30-15.00 Teaching methodology: - introducing concepts of culture in the classroom - models of culture - video case study: travelling to a new culture (Kai Bendix) Understanding different learning styles and learning methodologies Coaching techniques for trainers Preparation and teaching practice Personal Action Plan and further professional development Review and feedback PROGRAMME PACKAGE Course Fee 280 Programme and accommodation placement fee 100 Accommodation (homestay 6 nights) 180 Total one-week programme fee 560 Programme Package fee includes: Course fee Registration fees Training / Tuition: 22.5 hours over 5 training days (1 Week Programme) Host family accommodation (6 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast/Dinner daily). Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee End of Course Certificate All NESDAY programmes CTICE TODA have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day. www.york- associates.co.uk

Teacher Training 2016 Teaching Intercultural Skills 1 Week / 5 Training Days COURSE DATES 2016 April April 6 th - 410 th - th 82015 th August August 10 th 8- th 14-12 th 2015 th October 31 st November 4 th TARGET AUDIENCE This course is for all professionals who want to better understand the challenges of teaching communication skills. You will learn about different approaches to teaching aspects of communication and develop your skills for teaching in areas such as building rapport, influencing and managing conflict in professional contexts. Participants need to be at a B1 level of English. COURSE SUMMARY This highly interactive teacher training course provides a solid introduction to the teaching of skills. The course combines established theoretical approaches to culture with new insights into communication, and places a strong emphasis on developing practical skills for the classroom. The course is useful for both those with some experience of training and those new to the field. PREPARATION This course does not require any mandatory preparation but suggested reading lists will be provided. Participants will also be sent a pre-course questionnaire to assess their educational contexts and how, as educators, they need to develop interpersonal skills to support dialogue. This will help to fully customise the course to their educational contexts. They will also receive information about York to prepare for their cultural experience. OBJECTIVES By the end of the course participants will: understand different approaches to communication skills training be familiar with a range of different competence models be aware of the role which attitude and perception has on communication know which interpersonal communication skills underpin successful communication across cultures e.g. building rapport, influencing, managing conflict, creating trust, etc. have practical ideas on how to design training courses to develop communication skills be familiar with different training techniques for delivering training know how to assess the effectiveness of training courses METHODOLOGY An interactive communicative approach is applied, which provides participants with their own experiential learning of the activities & methodologies. Input sessions involve brainstorming, analysis, problem-solving, and role-play, both in pair work & group work. Participants are actively involved in the sessions to maximize their learning and to experience activities from their learners point of view. Teachers are asked to reflect on the activities, inviting discussion with regard to their own pedagogical knowledge & skills, teaching methods & contexts, and on adaptation of activities to their teaching & learning situations. Participants are also introduced to key websites related to the further development of their teaching skills & personal professional development. FOLLOW UP Participants will be invited to join the Dialogin network which provides extensive web-based materials and ideas for on-going personal development. Participants will also be encouraged to use the networking opportunities available via the York Associates community.

SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME TEACHING INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9.00-10.30 Ice-breaker Introduction to the course: objectives and methodology fundamentals: Speaking and listening effectively How to persuade and influence people across cultures How to understand and manage crosscultural conflicts Teaching methodology: - designing courses a step by step approach 10.45-12.15 Simulation: travelling to and unknown place - asking the right questions - learning to think before you speak - building relationships Teaching methodology: - decision-making in meetings - understanding and using competence models in class Teaching methodology: - delivering courses - facilitation versus training Teaching methodology: - using feedback effectively in training courses Resources: published training materials, simulations, websites, organisations - evaluating training measuring the success of training 13.30-15.00 Teaching methodology: - introducing concepts of culture in the classroom - models of culture - video case study: travelling to a new culture (Kai Bendix) Understanding different learning styles and learning methodologies Coaching techniques for trainers Preparation and teaching practice Personal Action Plan and further professional development Review and feedback PROGRAMME PACKAGE Course Fee 280 Programme and accommodation placement fee 100 Accommodation (homestay 6 nights) 180 Total one-week programme fee 560 Programme Package fee includes: Course fee Registration fees Training / Tuition: 22.5 hours over 5 training days (1 Week Programme) Host family accommodation (6 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast/Dinner daily). Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee End of Course Certificate NESDAY All programmes CTICE TODA have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day.

Teacher Training 2016 Working with Diversity (previously: Developing My Intercultural Skills) 1 Week / 5 Training Days COURSE DATES 2016 April 4 th 8 th July 11 th 15 th TARGET AUDIENCE This highly interactive course is for teachers, staff and managers of educational institutions who want to develop their own skills in order to be able to communicate more effectively in an international context. Participants need to be at a B1 level of English. COURSE SUMMARY The course integrates the study of different approaches to culture with insights from interpersonal communication, and places strong emphasis on developing participants own skills, for examples for building rapport, influencing, and managing conflict in professional contexts. You will learn about different approaches to culture with insights from interpersonal communication, and develop your own skills in the areas listed above. PREPARATION This course does not require any mandatory preparation but suggested reading lists will be provided. Participants will also be sent a pre-course questionnaire to assess their educational contexts and how as educators they need to develop interpersonal skills to support dialogue. This will help to fully customise the course to their educational contexts. They will also receive information about York to prepare for their cultural experience. OBJECTIVES By the end of the course participants will: understand the most important theories and approaches to communication be familiar with a range of different competence models be aware of the role which attitude and perception has on communication know which interpersonal communication skills underpin successful communication across cultures e.g. building rapport, influencing, managing conflict, creating trust, etc. have practical ideas on how to apply different communication strategies in different cross-cultural contexts METHODOLOGY An interactive communicative approach is applied, which provides participants with their own experiential learning of the activities & methodologies. Input sessions involve brainstorming, analysis, problem-solving, and role-play, both in pair work & group work. Participants are actively involved in the sessions to maximize their learning and to experience activities from others point of view. Participants are asked to reflect on the activities, inviting discussion with regard to their own pedagogical knowledge, skills and contexts. Participants are also introduced to key websites related to the further development of their skills & personal professional development. FOLLOW UP Participants will be invited to join the Dialogin network which provides extensive web-based materials and ideas for on-going personal development. Participants will also be encouraged to use the networking opportunities available via the York Associates community.

SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME DEVELOPING MY INTERCULTURAL SKILLS TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9.00-10.30 Introduction to the course objectives and methodology Developing communication skills fundamentals: speaking and listening effectively Developing communication skills: How to persuade and influence people across cultures Developing communication skills: How to understand and manage crosscultural conflicts Working and communicating virtually across cultures (tips and tricks) 10.45-12.15 Simulation: travelling to an unknown place - asking the right questions - learning to think before you speak - building relationships Decision-making in meetings: - video case study: travelling to a new culture (Kai Bendix) - profiling own competence Culture: a coaching approach - understanding different learning styles and learning methodologies Culture: a developmental approach - using feedback effectively in situations Culture: a learning approach - what did I learn? - continuing my learning: published training materials, simulations, websites, organisations 13.30-15.00 Culture: a theoretical approach - introducing concepts of culture in the classroom - models of culture - describing and drawing cultures Culture: a competence approach - understanding and using competence models in practice Coaching techniques and practice Giving and getting feedback practice Personal Action Plan and further professional development Review and feedback PROGRAMME PACKAGE Course Fee 280 Programme and accommodation placement fee 100 Accommodation (homestay 6 nights) 180 Total one-week programme fee 560 Programme Package fee includes: ME Course MONDAY fee TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY A Registration SAMPLE COURSE fees PROGRA CHING Training - / METHODOLOGY Tuition: 22.5 hours IN PRACTICE over 5 training TODA days (1 Week Programme) Host family accommodation (6 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast/Dinner daily). Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee End of Course Certificate All programmes have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day.

Teacher Training 2015 Dyslexia in the Teaching Environment 1 Week / 5 Training Days COURSE DATES 2015 July 13 th - 17 th October 19 th - 23 rd TARGET AUDIENCE This course is for all professionals working in education, whether in the classroom, in management, marketing or administration, who want to better understand the challenges of teaching adults with dyslexia. Participants need to be at a B1 level of English. COURSE SUMMARY By following this course, you will develop an understanding of the challenges of teaching adults with dyslexia. You will learn how to recognise the traits of dyslexia, break down any misunderstandings about the condition, manage learning styles, create trust with learners, recognise different types of discriminatory or exclusive behavior and become familiar with areas of EU law concerning dyslexia. You will also be given practical ideas for working with those with dyslexia, whether in the classroom, in management, marketing or administration. PREPARATION This course does not require any mandatory preparation but suggested reading lists will be provided. Participants will also be sent a pre-course questionnaire to assess their educational contexts and how they feel they need to develop their understanding of the topic to support their professional context. This will help to fully customise the course to their educational contexts. They will also receive information about York to help them prepare for their cultural experience. OBJECTIVES The primary aim of this course is to support any form of educator involved in teaching / training adults, including those involved in English language and communication skills, and those who may have dyslexia, to understand how to integrate an understanding of the challenges of teaching and training people with dyslexia, into their working contexts. Participants will develop an understanding of the skills needed to resolve these challenges and how these skills can be developed within the classroom and the wider teaching / training environment. We aim to provide: - solid understanding of key challenges including recognising the traits of dyslexia, breaking down misunderstandings concerning the condition, understanding the positives of dyslexia, becoming acquainted with areas of EU law concerning dyslexia, managing learning styles, creating trust, recognising different types of discriminatory or exclusive behaviour, etc. - practical ideas on how to teach those with dyslexia as well as those without, without creating extra work for the teacher; and how to build a positive and accessible environment both inside and outside the classroom - an environment for participants to share best practices and transfer of knowledge to others - METHODOLOGY This course will be taught interactively with expert facilitator input, video case studies, group work, peer coaching and feedback. Participants are expected to take an active role in all the sessions, developing their own skills while thinking about how to support others, including their colleagues. The training will also stimulate a great deal of personal reflection in participants as to their own approaches to core interpersonal challenges, with excellent opportunities for personal growth. FOLLOW UP At the end of the course, participants will summarise their learning points and complete a personal action plan to assist them transfer the learning to practice. Participants will be provided with a wide range of references and institutional addresses for further reading and potential personal development. They are invited to join the York Associates Community, which allows networking and contact with the trainers and fellow colleagues, and with participants from other courses.

SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME DYSLEXIA IN THE TEACHING ENVIRONMENT TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9:00-10.30 Group work: examining attitudes to dyslexia Group work: signs and symptoms of dyslexia Legal aspects of dyslexia in the UK and EU (legislation) Group work: navigating the legal minefield (case studies) Discussion: applying the cognitive approach to teaching practice Dyslexia and your teaching situation Input: setting goals for personal and institutional improvement Creating a personal action plan for the future 10:45-12.15 Video session: listening to interviews with dyslexic people (their experience) Input: ethical dilemmas with dyslexia How dyslexic people see themselves / their struggles with others attitudes Pair work and input: multi-sensory approaches to teaching Input: reporting on and assessing dyslexia in others What is a dyslexiafriendly website? Group work: can we change our: - training establishment - learning environment? Group work: Presentations (delivery of prelunch) 13:30-15.00 Input: deepening our understanding of dyslexia three approaches: - cognitive - scientific - pragmatic Group work: Famous dyslexics Group discussion - what is discrimination? - ethical issues involved with dyslexia - how should these ethical issues be resolved? Informal presentations how diagnostic reports can help trainers Dyslexics reporting on their experiences in the classroom Pair work: creating an informal code of practice Individual work: A letter to myself where I want to be in the future Next steps: resources, further qualifications, certification etc. PROGRAMME PACKAGE Course Fee 280 Programme and accommodation placement fee 100 Accommodation (homestay 6 nights) 180 Total one-week programme fee 560 ME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Programme Package fee includes: A SAMPLE COURSE PROGRA Course fee CHING Registration - METHODOLOGY fees IN PRACTICE TODA Training / Tuition: 22.5 hours over 5 training days (1 Week Programme) Host family accommodation (6 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast/Dinner daily). Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee End of Course Certificate All programmes have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day.

Teacher Training 2016 Dyslexia in the Teaching Environment 1 Week / 5 Training Days COURSE DATES 2016 11 15 July 17-21October TARGET AUDIENCE This course is for all professionals working in education, whether in the classroom, in management, marketing or administration, who want to better understand the challenges of teaching adults with dyslexia. Participants need to be at a B1 level of English. COURSE SUMMARY By following this course, you will develop an understanding of the challenges of teaching adults with dyslexia. You will learn how to recognise the traits of dyslexia, break down any misunderstandings about the condition, manage learning styles, create trust with learners, recognise different types of discriminatory or exclusive behavior and become familiar with areas of EU law concerning dyslexia. You will also be given practical ideas for working with those with dyslexia, whether in the classroom, in management, marketing or administration. PREPARATION This course does not require any mandatory preparation but suggested reading lists will be provided. Participants will also be sent a pre-course questionnaire to assess their educational contexts and how they feel they need to develop their understanding of the topic to support their professional context. This will help to fully customise the course to their educational contexts. They will also receive information about York to help them prepare for their cultural experience. OBJECTIVES The primary aim of this course is to support any form of educator involved in teaching / training adults, including those involved in English language and communication skills, and those who may have dyslexia, to understand how to integrate an understanding of the challenges of teaching and training people with dyslexia, into their working contexts. Participants will develop an understanding of the skills needed to resolve these challenges and how these skills can be developed within the classroom and the wider teaching / training environment. We aim to provide: - solid understanding of key challenges including recognising the traits of dyslexia, breaking down misunderstandings concerning the condition, understanding the positives of dyslexia, becoming acquainted with areas of EU law concerning dyslexia, managing learning styles, creating trust, recognising different types of discriminatory or exclusive behaviour, etc. - practical ideas on how to teach those with dyslexia as well as those without, without creating extra work for the teacher; and how to build a positive and accessible environment both inside and outside the classroom - an environment for participants to share best practices and transfer of knowledge to others - METHODOLOGY This course will be taught interactively with expert facilitator input, video case studies, group work, peer coaching and feedback. Participants are expected to take an active role in all the sessions, developing their own skills while thinking about how to support others, including their colleagues. The training will also stimulate a great deal of personal reflection in participants as to their own approaches to core interpersonal challenges, with excellent opportunities for personal growth. FOLLOW UP At the end of the course, participants will summarise their learning points and complete a personal action plan to assist them transfer the learning to practice. Participants will be provided with a wide range of references and institutional addresses for further reading and potential personal development. They are invited to join the York Associates Community, which allows networking and contact with the trainers and fellow colleagues, and with participants from other courses.

SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME DYSLEXIA IN THE TEACHING ENVIRONMENT TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9:00-10.30 Group work: examining attitudes to dyslexia Group work: signs and symptoms of dyslexia Legal aspects of dyslexia in the UK and EU (legislation) Group work: navigating the legal minefield (case studies) Discussion: applying the cognitive approach to teaching practice Dyslexia and your teaching situation Input: setting goals for personal and institutional improvement Creating a personal action plan for the future 10:45-12.15 Video session: listening to interviews with dyslexic people (their experience) Input: ethical dilemmas with dyslexia How dyslexic people see themselves / their struggles with others attitudes Pair work and input: multi-sensory approaches to teaching Input: reporting on and assessing dyslexia in others What is a dyslexiafriendly website? Group work: can we change our: - training establishment - learning environment? Group work: Presentations (delivery of prelunch) 13:30-15.00 Input: deepening our understanding of dyslexia three approaches: - cognitive - scientific - pragmatic Group work: Famous dyslexics Group discussion - what is discrimination? - ethical issues involved with dyslexia - how should these ethical issues be resolved? Informal presentations how diagnostic reports can help trainers Dyslexics reporting on their experiences in the classroom Pair work: creating an informal code of practice Individual work: A letter to myself where I want to be in the future Next steps: resources, further qualifications, certification etc. PROGRAMME PACKAGE Course Fee 280 Programme and accommodation placement fee 100 Accommodation (homestay 6 nights) 180 Total one-week programme fee 560 ME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Programme Package fee includes: A SAMPLE COURSE PROGRA Course fee CHING Registration - METHODOLOGY fees IN PRACTICE TODA Training / Tuition: 22.5 hours over 5 training days (1 Week Programme) Host family accommodation (6 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast/Dinner daily). Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee End of Course Certificate All programmes have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day.

English and International Skills for Tertiary Education 1 Week / 5 Training Days ME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY COURSE DATES 2015 31.08 04.09 07.09 11.09 A SAMPLE COURSE PY IN PRA TARGET AUDIENCE This one-week group course will address the aim of university internationalisation. It is focused on lecturers, researchers and teaching staff at university level who are working on degree programmes and academic research and who are non-native speakers of English. COURSE SUMMARY This one-week course aims to improve the English language and international communication skills of the participants to enable them to work and teach in an international context. The course also focuses on developing methodologies for working with international students. Eligible for Erasmus plus funding PREPARATION This course does not require any mandatory preparation but suggested reading lists will be provided. Participants will also be sent a pre-course questionnaire to assess their educational contexts and experience. This will help to fully customise the course. They will also receive information about York to prepare for their cultural experience. OBJECTIVES By the end of the course participants will: - improve English language skills, confidence and fluency through increased command of vocabulary around specific subject areas and general educational themes and command of core grammar. - develop core professional communication competences to design, structure and deliver presentations and lectures and participate in international seminars and conferences. - increase understanding of the challenges of working across cultures with a specific focus on international study skills and communicating with international student and academic groups. - know which interpersonal communication skills underpin successful communication across cultures, including building rapport, influencing, networking, managing conflict and creating trust. - understand different approaches to learning, lecturing and working in international contexts. METHODOLOGY An interactive communicative approach is applied, which provides participants with their own experiential learning of the activities and methodologies. Input sessions involve brainstorming, case study analysis, problem-solving, and role-play, both in pair work and group work. Participants are actively involved in the sessions to maximize their learning and to experience activities from their learners point of view. Participants are asked to reflect on the activities, inviting discussion with regard to their own pedagogical knowledge and skills, teaching methods and contexts, and on adaptation of activities to their professional situations. Participants are also introduced to key websites related to the further development of their teaching skills and personal professional development.

FOLLOW UP Participants will be encouraged to use the networking opportunities available via the York Associates community. Participants may also wish to continue their training and development in internationalisation in 2016 with a further course in Working in international education projects or Making Diversity Work for You: Working with Different People and Across Cultures. SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME TIME 8.30-10.30 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Ice-breaker Introduction to the course: objectives and methodology English language skills development English language skills development English language skills development English language skills development 10.45-12.15 fundamentals and awareness: fundamentals and awareness: fundamentals and awareness: fundamentals and awareness: fundamentals and awareness: Basics of international understanding Simulation: travelling to an unknown place - asking the right questions - learning to think before you speak - building rapport Speaking and listening effectively Clarity and active listening styles Building trust Structuring presentations and lectures Knowing your audience Influencing techniques Meetings skills Observing and feedback culture Managing conflict in groups Networking skills Discussion skills for international seminars and conferences Cultural aspects 13.30-15.00 Methodology: Introducing concepts of internationalisation Models of culture and multi-cultural learning Preparation and mini teaching practice Methodology: Delivering courses, balancing input and output Facilitation versus training Preparation and mini teaching practice Methodology: Adapting presentations and lectures for international groups Teaching and learning styles Preparation and mini teaching practice Methodology: Using feedback effectively for teaching and learning Preparation and mini teaching practice Review of week and feedback Preparation and full session teaching practice on topic of choice 15.00-17.00 Additional one-to-one lessons or Free-time for individual study or cultural activities

COURSE PACKAGE: Course Fee 475 Accommodation (homestay 6 nights) 175 Total one-week programme fee (25 hours) including accommodation 650 Optional one-to-one coaching (5 hours) 150 Total including one-to-one (30 hours) 800 Programme Package fee includes: Course fee Registration fees Training / Tuition: 25 hours (or 30 hours including optional one-to-one) over 5 training days (1 Week Programme) Homestay accommodation (6 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast / Dinner daily). Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee End of Course Certificate All programmes have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day. York Associates German Office: Ben Dobbs/Rafaela Hadjiyiangou Dr. Stefanie Anzinger Peasholme House Königswinterstrasse 4 St Saviours Place 50939 Cologne York, Y01 7PJ Germany United Kingdom reception@york-associates.co.uk ben.dobbs@york-associates.co.uk stefanie.anzinger@york-associates.co.uk +44 1904 624246 +49 221 22 20 60 12

ME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY COURSE DATES 2016 English and International Skills for Tertiary Education 1 Week / 5 Training Days 22.02 26.02 07.03 11.03 29.08 02.09 05.09 09.09 A SAMPLE COURSE PY IN PRA TARGET AUDIENCE This one-week group course will address the aim of university internationalisation. It is focused on lecturers, researchers and teaching staff at university level who are working on degree programmes and academic research and who are non-native speakers of English. COURSE SUMMARY This one-week course aims to improve the English language and international communication skills of the participants to enable them to work and teach in an international context. The course also focuses on developing methodologies for working with international students. Eligible for Erasmus plus funding PREPARATION This course does not require any mandatory preparation but suggested reading lists will be provided. Participants will also be sent a pre-course questionnaire to assess their educational contexts and experience. This will help to fully customise the course. They will also receive information about York to prepare for their cultural experience. OBJECTIVES By the end of the course participants will: - improve English language skills, confidence and fluency through increased command of vocabulary around specific subject areas and general educational themes and command of core grammar. - develop core professional communication competences to design, structure and deliver presentations and lectures and participate in international seminars and conferences. - increase understanding of the challenges of working across cultures with a specific focus on international study skills and communicating with international student and academic groups. - know which interpersonal communication skills underpin successful communication across cultures, including building rapport, influencing, networking, managing conflict and creating trust. - understand different approaches to learning, lecturing and working in international contexts. METHODOLOGY An interactive communicative approach is applied, which provides participants with their own experiential learning of the activities and methodologies. Input sessions involve brainstorming, case study analysis, problem-solving, and role-play, both in pair work and group work. Participants are actively involved in the sessions to maximize their learning and to experience activities from their learners point of view. Participants are asked to reflect on the activities, inviting discussion with regard to their own pedagogical knowledge and skills, teaching methods and contexts, and on adaptation of activities to their teaching situations. Participants are also introduced to key websites related to the further development of their teaching skills and personal professional development.

FOLLOW UP Participants will be encouraged to use the networking opportunities available via the York Associates community. Participants may also wish to continue their training and development in internationalisation with a further course in Working in international education projects or Making Diversity Work for You: Working with Different People and Across Cultures. SAMPLE COURSE PROGRAMME TIME 8.30-10.30 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Ice-breaker Introduction to the course: objectives and methodology English language skills development English language skills development English language skills development English language skills development 10.45-12.15 fundamentals and awareness: fundamentals and awareness: fundamentals and awareness: fundamentals and awareness: fundamentals and awareness: Basics of international understanding Simulation: travelling to an unknown place - asking the right questions - learning to think before you speak - building rapport Speaking and listening effectively Clarity and active listening styles Building trust Structuring presentations and lectures Knowing your audience Influencing techniques Meetings skills Observing and feedback culture Managing conflict in groups Networking skills Discussion skills for international seminars and conferences Cultural aspects 13.30-15.00 Methodology: Introducing concepts of internationalisation Models of culture and multi-cultural learning Preparation and mini teaching practice Methodology: Delivering courses, balancing input and output Facilitation versus training Preparation and mini teaching practice Methodology: Adapting presentations and lectures for international groups Teaching and learning styles Preparation and mini teaching practice Methodology: Using feedback effectively for teaching and learning Preparation and mini teaching practice Review of week and feedback Preparation and full session teaching practice on topic of choice 15.00-17.00 Additional one-to-one lessons or Free-time for individual study or cultural activities

COURSE PACKAGE: Course Fee 475 Accommodation (homestay 6 nights) 175 Total one-week programme fee (25 hours) including accommodation 650 Optional one-to-one coaching (5 hours) 150 Total including one-to-one (30 hours) 800 Programme Package fee includes: Course fee Registration fees Training / Tuition: 25 hours (or 30 hours including optional one-to-one) over 5 training days (1 Week Programme) Homestay accommodation (6 nights single room stay on Half Board basis, with Breakfast / Dinner daily). Further accommodation options available on request. Accommodation placement fee End of Course Certificate All programmes have a Saturday or Sunday arrival with a Monday course start day. York Associates German Office: Ben Dobbs/Rafaela Hadjiyiangou Dr. Stefanie Anzinger Peasholme House Königswinterstrasse 4 St Saviours Place 50939 Cologne York, Y01 7PJ Germany United Kingdom reception@york-associates.co.uk ben.dobbs@york-associates.co.uk stefanie.anzinger@york-associates.co.uk +44 1904 624246 +49 221 22 20 60 12

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