GL/EN 4596: Teaching English as an International Language

This course surveys current principles and practices of teaching English in settings outside Canada. Besides the methodological instruction at Glendon, an integral component of the course is a teaching practicum, normally fulfilled in an international setting, held for 2-3 weeks following the Spring exam period.

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Program Fee includes: 

• Accommodation valued at $1000 
• Excursions/Field activities 

Not included: 

• Airfare to and from Costa Rica
• Tuition fee (payable to York University) 
• Any personal expenses including meals 
• guard.me® insurance

To secure a spot in this course, you will need to submit a non-refundable deposit of $500 to York International. Contact yuabroad@yorku.ca for payment procedures.

• Deposit ($500) - Deadline: January 12^th 2024
• Outstanding program fee: March 15^th 2024

PLEASE NOTE: York International only accept Visa, Mastercard, and debit. No cash or cheques.

All eligible participants of this course will receive the York International Mobility Award (YIMA) upon completion of the Pre-Departure Training and Travel Risk Requirements. No application is needed.

Attending a Pre-Departure Session is mandatory for all YorkU students participating in GL/EN 4596: Teaching English as an International Language. York International provides pre-departure training to York students who are scheduled to participate in global learning programs (exchange, internships and other short-term programs).

Content covered at Pre-Departure Sessions includes:

1. Travel preparations (research about destination, flight, accommodation arrangements)
2. Risk Management (waiver, emergency contact card, Registration of Canadians abroad)
3. guard.me® Insurance
4. Funding and Finances
5. Intercultural awareness

York Students traveling abroad for international programs are required to purchase guard.me® insurance.

guard.me® insurance covers medical, emergency, evacuation and third party liability among others benefits. Please read the guard.me® benefit summary for more information. Students must register directly with guard.me®.

For more information on safety abroad, please visit the website.