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Short Learning Program Online for Teachers
At Avatar Virtual Academy, we recognize the importance of professionals staying updated and expanding their skillsets. That's why we offer a diverse range of short programs designed to meet these needs. Our educator-focused online learning program is ideal for both experienced teachers and those eager to delve deeper into the field. Best of all, our education programs are fully flexible, allowing busy professionals to enroll and progress at their own pace, whenever it suits their schedule.
120-Hour TESOL Certification Training Program
Enhance your proficiency in tutoring English, covering reading, writing, pronunciation, and grammar. This course is tailored to prepare you for employment as an English Tutor, whether online or abroad. You can complete it at your own pace through our Distance Learning mode, supported by highly qualified TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) instructors who provide personalized feedback and guidance.
The English International Certificate in TESOL involves approximately 120 hours of learning and emphasizes the Communicative Method, known for effectively enhancing students' listening and speaking skills. Our graduates are equipped to facilitate engaging interactions and foster effective communication with their students.
Advance Grammar
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Maintaining confidence in your ideas, even the most brilliant ones, can be undermined by grammatical errors in emails or letters. In this course, Judy Steiner-Williams guides you through a review of fundamental grammar rules and delves into advanced principles. You'll learn to choose the right words, identify grammar mistakes within sentences and paragraphs, and refine your understanding of parts of speech, punctuation, and sentence structure.
Duration: 2 hours and 8 minutes
English Enhancement Program
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The English Enhancement Program focuses on enhancing learners' English speaking skills. This course covers fundamental grammar concepts and basic vocabulary essential for real-life situations, tailored to their professional or academic domains. Participants will gain confidence in using English effectively in their daily lives.
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Duration: 16 hours
Writing Articles
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Interested in professional writing? Whether you're aiming to earn from publishing articles in your industry or tackling assignments within your company, this course by author Tom Geller is your guide. You'll learn essential preparation steps, effective methods for finding assignments, and strategic approaches to crafting articles for small and large businesses. Dive into techniques for brainstorming angles, conducting research, interviewing experts, completing articles, and building a robust portfolio.
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Duration: 1 hour
Writing Email
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Unlock the art of crafting compelling emails that captivate your colleagues' attention and prompt responses. In this concise course, business writing professor Judy Steiner-Williams shares strategies for maximizing readability and impact in your email communications. Learn to create engaging openings, target your message effectively, and harness etiquette to optimize email as a powerful communication tool.
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Duration: 1 hour and 13 minutes
Writing in Plain English
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Learn the art of Plain English: writing that is clear, straightforward, and targeted at the appropriate reading level, free from jargon, wordiness, and clichés. This course by writing instructor Judy Steiner-Williams explores the principles of Plain English and emphasizes its critical role in business and government communication in the US. Discover the importance of writing clearly and effectively, and explore online tools for analyzing your writing. Judy outlines 11 essential rules for achieving clarity and simplicity in your writing, provides practical exercises to hone your skills, and offers guidance on revising your work to ensure it is easily understood.
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Mastering Plain English can streamline communication, saving time, money, and enhancing your professional reputation. Start watching to transform your writing into stronger, clearer, and more concise communication.
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1. Understanding plain English
2. Catching mistakes by reading aloud
3. Simplifying sentences
4. Using strong verbs and meaningful words
5. Avoiding corporate jargon
6. Finding the right voice and tone
7. Editing flow and content
8. Writing in a conversational style
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Course Duration: 1 Hour and 51 Minute