Erasmus+ Academic Staff Training Programme

The Babel Academy of English Academic Staff Training Programme has options for teachers and academic staff from around the world who want to build on their experience, develop and update skills, enhance career opportunities, and have a rewarding cultural exchange.

We accept individuals and groups. Apply through your educational institution to get Erasmus funding for your course.

Teaching and non-teaching Staff Erasmus+ Course Options

The following course options are available as part of our Erasmus Plus Training Programme. Choose the option(s) which suit you best depending on your role, requirements and interests. You can choose more than one option and enroll for multiple weeks.

Features

• All courses are through English - Increase confidence and fluency communicating through English

• Interactive and engaging sessions with experienced tutors

• Practical activities and ideas for application in your workplace

• Make international contacts - Team work and group tasks promoting peer support and idea sharing

• Immersion in Irish life - have a memorable cultural experience

What does each course involve?

Each week involves 6 sessions. Daily sessions target key content related to the course topic. We provide opportunities for participants to share and collaborate through group work. Practical activities focus on learning through experience. Presentations and feedback give participants the opportunity to reflect on their practice and develop new skills and strategies. We include a social and cultural programme which adds fun, cultural insights and gives further opportunities to practice English spontaneously.

Course Details

Course days are Monday to Saturday | minimum 5 hours per day

Maximum 15 participants per course

Our course tutors are qualified and experienced teachers

Methodology

Our methodological approach is learner-centred and utilises communication-based and task-orientated activities. We invite participants to share their skills with others, facilitating peer teaching, teamwork and group problem solving. Programme activities are related to real-world contexts. We encourage participants to apply their learning to their own academic contexts.

Entry Requirement

Minimum English language level A1 to C1 depending on course option

Course Dates

Contact us at erasmus@babelacademy.ie for dates and availability of specialized academic staff training courses.

Academic staff training course options available are subject to minimum number and mix of participants.

General English Intensive courses run year round.

Duration

1, 2, 3 or 4 weeks depending on the number of course options you choose

Course Fees Include

• Tuition | Afternoon or Evening guided activities | Full day tour

Additional Fees

• Accommodation

  Host Family | single room, half board including breakfast and evening meal

  Student Residence | single room, private bathroom, self-catering, shared kitchen

  There are also hotel and B&B options available

• Special diet supplements

• Travel pass for access to unlimited public transport in Dublin city centre

• Airport Transfer

  More information on additional fees here

Erasmus Applications

Our Legal Name: Babel Academy of English (Ireland) | OID: E10140856 | PIC: 908700948

Find out more about Erasmus funding here.

What do others think about Babel Academy Training Programmes?

Natalia, from Russia, speaks about her experience attending a Babel Academy Teacher Training programme on two separate occasions.

We had amazing, unforgettable courses with Babel Academy of English. We were provided with useful tips on how to manage the lessons. Courses were organised professionally. The teachers were so helpful. They provided us with very useful information and knowledge which we used then after in our country, with our students

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