Want to know the difference between a successful ESL teacher from an unsuccessful one? Ever wondered how to overcome the hurdles and difficulties that come with teaching English as a second language? This free online course, The Crucial TEFL Guide will teach you all the strategies, methods, skills, and technical know-how of how to successfully teach ESL with optimal results. You will also learn how to instill the right attitude in your students.This course begins by teaching you what self-evaluation entails with regard to teaching English as a second language. This will enable you to assess your abilities and decisions...

Do you want to be the brain behind a child's ability to read, write and speak? Explore the basics of phonics, the most suitable techniques for teaching phonics and the benefits of involving parents and carers in the process. Investigate the differences between the parts of speech, devise strategies to support various types of readers and assess and keep track of your student's performance in their journey to learning phonics.Phonics is a style of teaching how to read. It includes matching sounds to letters or groups of letters. We will teach you the basics of phonics and the approaches to...

This free online course delves into sensory experiences in virtual reality (VR). We show you how audio signals can be manipulated to mimic acoustic behavior encountered in the real world and how the sense of touch can be engaged to enhance the experience of interacting with onscreen interfaces. We also introduce you to VR interfaces, the evaluation of VR systems and experimental designs that can create an immersive sense of realism.Vision is a powerful sense and displays provide stimuli for the eyes so this course investigates their connection to the human visual system. We also cover haptics, the sense of...

This free online certificate course introduces you to the fundamental principles of human psychology and will teach you how the psychological make-up of each of us varies from person to person. It covers important topics regarding human development and will help you understand why each human being is unique and how the environment of each individual - as well as nature - contributes to this uniqueness. Enrol today!Have you ever wondered why each human being is different? Sometimes, even twins tend to behave differently. While some people will prefer black colors, some others will prefer white, and some still, other...

Discover the fundamental aspects of how data science helps businesses make objective and influential decisions in this free online data science with R course. Master the real-world applications of all the data various business sectors accumulate and use it for your clients or employers. You will also gain practical experience on how to discover patterns from raw data and the many career opportunities available in the field of data science.Are you a student or working professional who enjoys studying and wants to become an authority in the field of data science? This R programming tutorial will help you to use,...

This free online course is designed to help English Second Language (ESL) teachers worldwide find more exciting and fun learning methods through interactive games and activities. The language barrier poses a lot of difficulties in one's ability to communicate and express oneself. This course will help you keep your pupils entertained and engaged throughout your learning plan.Children are unique, with varied personalities and peculiar learning styles. It's your responsibility as an English Second Language (ESL) teacher to take into account your students' personalities and learning styles. This course will provide you with a general overview and understanding of incorporating games...

Whether you are giving a presentation to a full conference room or calling your boss, effective communication is the key to delivering your message. In this free online course, you will learn how to overcome your nervousness in any public speaking situation. You will also explore the techniques needed to avoid blunders when making phone calls and how to take control of your communication skills by being professional in all situations.In every career, you will need to communicate an idea or message to another person. Whether you are doing a PowerPoint presentation, giving a speech or participating in a conference...

Database hacks and data breaches have become more common in today’s digital world. Have you ever wondered how these hackers gain access to the database and what they do with the compromised data? This free online course aims at illustrating the process of securing the databases from these kinds of attacks and you will learn by assuming the role of a hacker and evaluating various types of threats that are frequently prevalent in the modern world.What are the various types of threats that exist for a database? What are issues concerned with database security? How do you protect a database...

There are many techniques used in the branch of biology known as Cell Biology and this free online Biotechnology course focuses on the analysis and components of cell biology techniques. Discover the definitions of differential centrifugation, immuno-localization studies and apoptosis and broaden your knowledge on the structures, functions and properties of cells in this Cell Biology Techniques in Biotechnology course.The advent of microscopes in the 17th century played a massive role in our understanding of cells and this free online course comprehensively studies various cell biology techniques, especially as it applies to biotechnology. This course will introduce you to prokaryotic...

MySQL is a database management system that is used in several applications depending on the need. In most cases, it is used in combination with web development and data science, which is likely the most common use of MySQL. Do you love data and want to be proficient in analytics, data science or business analysis? This course on MySQL and statistics for data analysis will set you up for an exciting journey to become a professional data scientist.MySQL is a database management system used in multiple applications for several purposes. In most cases, it is used in combination with web...