Certificate in Teaching English to
Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA)
Information Pack
Teacher Training Centre,
ECC (Thailand) Big C Rajdamri, 5th Floor, 97/11 Rajdamri
Road, Lumpini, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330
Tel: 0-2655-1236-7, 0-2253-3312
e-mail : acd@ecc.ac.th , www.eccthai.com
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents ....................................................................................................................................................... 2
ECC (Thailand) Teacher Training Centre .................................................................................................................... 3
Enabling teachers worldwide ................................................................................................................................. 3
ECC (Thailand) English and Computer College. .................................................................................................... 3
Innovation and Development ................................................................................................................................. 3
The Training Courses ............................................................................................................................................ 3
The Experience ..................................................................................................................................................... 3
The Trainers .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages .............................................................. 4
General Information ............................................................................................................................................... 4
Course content ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
Frequently Asked Questions ....................................................................................................................................... 6
Payment ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Methods of Payment.............................................................................................................................................. 9
Cancellation .......................................................................................................................................................... 9
Insurance .............................................................................................................................................................. 9
ECC (Thailand) Application Form and Task ............................................................................................................. 10
Pre-Interview Task .................................................................................................................................................... 13
Part 1 - Error correction ....................................................................................................................................... 13
Part 2 - Vocabulary .............................................................................................................................................. 13
Part 3 - Teaching a function ................................................................................................................................. 14
Part 4 - Word stress............................................................................................................................................. 14
Part 5 - Sentence stress ...................................................................................................................................... 14
Part 6 – Error correction ...................................................................................................................................... 14
Part 7 - Usage ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
Part 8 – Learner difficulties .................................................................................................................................. 15
Part 9 – Teaching and learning experience .......................................................................................................... 15
Appendix A – Dates and Prices for 2008 ................................................................................................................. 16
Appendix B - Credit Card Payment Authorization Form ............................................................................................. 17
Appendix C - Accommodation near ECC Training centre – Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket .................................. 18
Appendix D - Contact details - Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket ……………………………………………………... 28
Appendix E - Full CELTA course details……………………………………………………………………………………….31
Appendix F - Train then Teach …………………………………………………………………………………………………35
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ECC (Thailand) Teacher
Training Centre
Enabling teachers worldwide
ECC (Thailand) English and Computer College.
ECC (Thailand) is the largest private language school in Thailand, with a network of branches in Bangkok and all
over Thailand, from Chiang Mai in the North to Yala in the South. It's also the most active private language school
and runs a wide variety of courses from general conversation to specialized test preparation. Our students range in
age from young children to retirement age adult learners, and in ability from absolute beginners to advanced.
Innovation and Development
The Experience
The Teacher Training Centre of ECC (Thailand) was
established in 1988 with the aim of improving the
quality of in-house teaching and to provide preservice and in-service training for other native and
non-native speaker teachers in Thailand.
The Teacher Training Centre was accredited in 1990
to run the then CTEFLA now the Certificate in
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
(CELTA) courses. In 2003 we held the first YL
Extension to CELTA course in Thailand.
In 2005 a second teacher training centre was opened
in Phuket and in 2006 a third centre was opened in
Chiang Mai.
The Training Courses
The training centre runs a variety of teacher training
courses. Apart from the Cambridge courses, the
centre runs a pre-service TESOL course, Teaching
English to Young Learners and Teaching Business
English short courses all accredited by the Ministry of
Education in Thailand. All courses are offered in
Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket. However, off-site
courses may be held by arrangement.
Every year hundreds of English teachers come to
ECC from around the world to improve their teaching
skills. Studying with teachers from all over the world
will give you exposure to stimulating exchanges of
ideas and the chance to learn from your colleagues
as well as the trainers.
Our Training Centres offer a variety of locations.
Bangkok: an exciting central location in one of the
most dynamic cities in Asia with plenty of social
facilities to enjoy.
Chiang Mai: ‘the rose of the north’. Cool mountain air
and Lanna culture.
Phuket: a tropical island paradise with easy access to
some of the best beaches in Thailand.
The Trainers
All teacher training courses are run by our talented,
experienced and highly qualified teacher trainers,
who amongst them have over 40 years of English
language teaching experience on 5 continents.
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Cambridge Certificate in
Teaching English to Speakers
of Other Languages (CELTA)
General Information
Introduction
Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English to
Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) is run in over
120 centres world-wide and is widely regarded as the
most prestigious TEFL qualification. It is recognised
internationally.
Aims
The Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of
Other Languages (CELTA) is an introductory course
for candidates who have little or no previous English
language teaching experience. It may also be
suitable for candidates with some experience but little
previous training.
During the course, candidates develop familiarity with
the principles of effective teaching and acquire a
range of practical skills for teaching English to adult
learners. The course includes teaching practice,
observation of experienced teachers in the classroom
and completion of a range of practically focused
written assignments.
Entry requirements for candidates
Applicants must:
1. be a least 18. It is generally recommended that
candidates should be aged 20 or over, but
candidates aged between 18 –20 can be accepted at
the centre’s discretion
2. have an awareness of language and a
competence in English, both written and spoken, that
enables you to undertake the course and prepare for
teaching a range of levels
3. have the potential to develop the necessary skills
to become effective teachers and to successfully
complete the written assignments and the
assessment of practice teaching
Candidates should normally have, as a minimum
entry requirement, a standard of education equivalent
to that required for entry into higher education. We
may at our discretion, accept applicants who do not
have formal qualifications at this level if screening
indicates that you would be likely to complete the
course successfully. Applicants in this category
would be interviewed.
Centres also have to satisfy themselves that the
course is suitable for all applicants in terms of their
experience, background, and their career plans.
In addition all applicants must complete a preinterview task and must usually attend an interview.
The admission procedure is designed to safeguard
applicants' interests. The application challenges you
and shows you the areas you'll be involved in during
the course, and also helps the centre to accept only
those that we think can successfully complete the
course. If you wish to apply for a course, print the
application form and send it by post or email with the
pre-interview task to our training department.
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Course content
The course is very intensive and concentrates on the
practical rather than the theoretical with a significant
amount of teaching practice. The course is divided
into 4 main areas:
Methodology Input i.e. techniques and strategies for
teaching
Course fee
The course fee is US$1,600 making ECC one of the
cheapest places in the world to become a qualified
ESL Teacher.
The fee includes the Cambridge ESOL assessment
fee. Fees are subject to alteration. The fee for the
course reflects the high tutor-trainee ratio and the
fact that the course requires international moderation
and controls.
Language Awareness i.e. grammar and phonology
Supervised and observed Teaching Practice,
teaching English to two groups of different level
learners.
Guidelines for further professional development after
the course.
If you want to spend some time teaching in Thailand
after the course, why not sign up for our train then
teach program (appendix f). If you teach at ECC for 1
year after completing the course, we'll give you
US$800 back. That means you’re getting your
CELTA for just US$800.
Selection Criteria
ECC cannot enter into correspondence or discussion
concerning the reasons for an interview or place on
the course not having been offered.
Mode of study
This is a very intensive full-time programme over 4
weeks. Class size is kept to a maximum of 6 trainees
per tutor. Currently there are 5 accredited tutors at
this centre. Each course is assessed by a
representative of Cambridge ESOL. Trainees will be
expected to spend at least 3 hours per evening on
lesson preparation, homework, research, reading and
longer written assignments. Observation of
experienced teachers is also included in the
programme.
All tutors working on the Cambridge course
collaborate on the internal assessments and
decisions are unanimous.
In all matters relating to selection and assessment
the decision of the Director of Teacher Training is
final.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I find accommodation near
ECC?
Yes, there are a variety of different types of
accommodation within walking distance of both
centres, from 4 star hotels to comfortable
guesthouses. Another alternative would be to rent a
small apartment for 1 month this will entail a 2 month
deposit (refundable) plus 1 month’s rent in advance.
Accommodation ranges from 350 B to over 2500 B a
day. Lists of accommodation for Bangkok Chiang Mai
and Phuket can be found in appendix b.
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Can I find work in Thailand or with
ECC (Thailand) easily?
This depends on the time of year and the economic
situation in Thailand. There is still demand for English
teachers within Thailand but the money varies greatly
geographically and within language schools. ECC
(Thailand) has 50 schools around the country and
usually has approx. 10 vacancies every month. Also
see our train then teach page.
task to complete once you have been accepted onto
the course. During the course we have language
analysis input sessions to help you.

The intensive nature of this course means that any
professional or personal commitments during the
course can seriously compromise your result.

Where are the classes held?
All the classes are held at one of our training centres:
Big C Rajdamri, Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket.
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Is age a factor?
No, but we have found that the longer candidates
have been away from a learning environment, the
slower their rate of assimilation. Also, sometimes
older trainees have difficulties relating to younger
ones and a team environment is essential on a
course of this nature. Furthermore, we have found
older trainees can have fixed ideas about grammar,
which are not in keeping with current usage.
What is the average pass rate?
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Internationally, 92.5% of candidates successfully
complete the course, 24% at Pass 'B' level, 2% at
pass 'A' level. 5% of candidates fail and 2.5%
withdraw from the course. If a candidate fails the
course and wishes to do it again, he/she will have to
pay the full course fees.
Does the course cater for people
with a lack of grammatical
knowledge?
Are the practice students Thai?
Most are, although we often have Burmese,
Japanese, Indian, Cambodian, Chinese and Eastern
European students.
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Can I bring my computer?
If you want, it makes your materials look
professional, although access to a printer might be
problem. Computers and printers are available for
use within the training centres.
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Can I work during the course?
Do I have to have an interview in
Bangkok/Chiang Mai/Phuket?
All candidates must have a face-to-face interview or,
where this is impractical, a telephone interview.
Yes, there are books we recommend you to read
before the course starts, also there is a pre-course
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How much is the cost of living in
Bangkok/Chiang Mai/Phuket?
FOOD: If you like western food, McDonald's combo
meal is 65 Baht, KFC combo 70 B, there are many
more fast food chains within walking distance of the
training centres. If you like Thai spicy food you can
eat for less than 30 B for a meal with rice. DRINK:
Beer is expensive, a small bottle of Heineken about
50 B, large 90 B. Cigarettes local brand 40 B,
western brand 55 B.
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Do I need to be able to speak a
foreign language?
No. Centres may give preference to candidates with
previous foreign language learning experience but
this is not a course requirement.
What visa should I get?
It is possible to attend the CELTA course on a 60-day
tourist visa. You need to apply for this from a Thai
embassy or consulate before you leave. For full
details on visas check out our website.

Yes. All applicants must have an awareness of
language and a competence in English; both written
and spoken that enables them to follow the course.
How much is it to travel around
Bangkok/Chiang Mai/Phuket?
Bangkok: Buses: Bus fares vary according to the
type of bus. Red buses non air-con, 3 and a half baht
for 1 journey. – Blue & white non air-con buses 8
baht for 1 journey. - Blue air-con buses, start at 8
baht and orange air-con buses start at 10 baht
progress up to 20 baht depending on the distance
travelled. Micro bus, 20 baht for 1 journey. Taxis:
Start at 35 baht and 2 baht for every kilometre. The
Skytrain costs between 10-40 Baht depending on
distance travelled. The underground (subway) ranges
in price from 14-36 Baht (2 Baht per station increase
up to 12 stations).
Phuket: There are two bus routes in town and both
routes use air-con buses with prices ranging between
10-20 Baht. Songthaews (trucks converted into
buses) are available with prices starting from 20
Baht. There are also Motorcycle Taxis on every
corner and prices start from 10-20 Baht and are
negotiable. There are ‘Taxi Meter’ available in town
but these are few and far between.
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Do I need to have taught before in
order to do the course?
No. The Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers
of Other Languages (CELTA) course is designed as
a pre-service course for people with no previous
teaching experience.

How many courses are there
worldwide every year? At ECC?
Over 600 courses are run worldwide each year,
either full or part time. Eighteen at ECC in Bangkok,
six in Chiang Mai and six in Phuket.

How many people take the course
worldwide every year? At ECC
Currently over 7000 candidates worldwide gain the
Certificate each year. At ECC, more than 200 every
year.
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Can I do the course by
correspondence?
Chiang Mai: There are 7 bus routes in town with
prices ranging from 10-20 baht. Bus 6 or 6B goes
closest to the training centre. Songthaews (trucks
converted into buses) are available with prices
starting from 15 Baht. There are also Motorcycle
Taxis on every corner and prices start from 10-20
Baht and are negotiable. ‘Taxi Meters’ are available
in town and fares start at 40 Baht and 2 Baht for
every kilometre..
No. The Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers
of Other Languages (CELTA) is a practical teaching
course with its emphasis on continuous assessment
of classroom practice and so is not suitable for
distance learning.
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Can I do the course if English is not
my first language?
How can I find a job in ELT?
Cambridge ESOL provides details of future
employment and professional development
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opportunities to all candidates and successful
graduates. Also in week four there is a professional
development input session to help you find a job.
ECC also offers a ‘train then teach’ programme (see
appendix F for more details).
on loans or grants should request information from
the appropriate authorities and not the course centre.

The deposit once paid is non-refundable. Failure to
pay the full course fees one month before the course
commences means the applicant forfeits the place
and the deposit. The full course fees are nonrefundable if the applicant doesn’t inform the centre
one complete month before the course commences.
What books can I read about
teaching ELT?
When you are accepted onto the Certificate in
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
(CELTA) course you are given a recommended
reading list with your acceptance letter.
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Are the course fees refundable?
Is the Certificate in Teaching
English to Speakers of Other
Languages (CELTA) course eligible
for student loans?
These courses are not usually eligible for student
loans. All prospective applicants requiring information
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Payment
A US$600 deposit is required to secure your place on the course. Full payment is required a full one month before
course commencement. Course fees are non - refundable .
To avoid delays in processing your payment, please pay by credit card. Other methods of payment can take more
than two weeks to process. ECC (Thailand) accepts payment by Visa and Master Cards.
Methods of Payment
Credit Card
To expedite the acceptance process, please pay by
credit card. You can pay on our website at
http://www.eccthai.com/ or you can print out the
credit card authorisation form in appendix a and fax it
to us.
To ensure that we are aware of your payment you
must fax a copy of the SWIFT (Society World-wide
Interbank Financial Telecommunications) message
when you transfer your fees to us. Please mark the
fax for the attention of Teacher Training. Make sure
you retain a copy of the transfer details.
Cancellation
International Bank Draft Cheque
A cheque made payable to ECC (Thailand) in US
dollars may be purchased from any major bank. The
charges for this service may vary from bank to bank
so it is worthwhile shopping around to get the best
deal. Send the cheque by courier or registered post
and make sure you keep the purchase order.
Please note: the deposit is non-refundable. If you
have paid in full and withdraw from the course less
than 1 month before the course commences your full
course fees will not be refunded under any
circumstances. Fees may not be transferred to
another course.
Insurance
Telegraphic Transfer
Payment should be made in US dollars and sent to
the following account:
Bank: Kasikorn Bank.
We recommend that you take out travel and medical
insurance before arriving in Thailand.
You should also take out insurance to cover tuition
fees and other costs in the event of curtailment of
your course.
Branch: Siam Square
Account Name: ECC (Thailand)
Account Type: Savings
Account Number: 026-2-24180-7
Important: after payment has been received, we will
send you confirmation of both your payment and
place on the course. If you do not receive this
confirmation within three working days please contact
us immediately.
Swift code: KASITHBK
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Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of
Other Languages (CELTA) - Application Form
and Task
Recent passport
photo
(Affix photo here)
Family Name:_______________________________
Email: ____________________________________
Other Names:_______________________________
Tel. Work:__________________ ______________
Address:___________________________________
Tel. Home:_________________________________
__________________________________________
Date of Birth: _______________________________
__________________________________________
Nationality:_________________________________
Education and Qualifications
Secondary (Please include details of final certificate (s) and year awarded):
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Tertiary (Please include degrees, certificates, institution, year of study and submit copies):
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Knowledge and level of language other than English
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
English language teaching experience (TESOL/TEFL/TESL)
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
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Other teaching experience:
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Current position:
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Why do you want to do this course?
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
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What are your hobbies and interests?
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
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Please tell us something you are proud of and something interesting or unusual about yourself
____________________________________________________________________________________________
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Please indicate your preferred course date
____________________________________________________________________________________________
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Please indicate your preferred course location
Bangkok 
Chiang Mai
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Phuket
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Declaration
(applicant’s signature)
Please read the following conditions carefully. Sign
each section, and sign and date the final statement.
Attendance is required at all sessions for the entire
duration of the course. Candidates are expected to
make a total commitment to fulfilling all the
requirements of the course.
ECC (Thailand) reserves the right to reject any
application without explanation
X _______________________________________
X _______________________________________
(applicant’s signature)
(applicant’s signature)
Acceptance of an application does not automatically
mean reservation of a place on the course. A place is
only considered reserved once the acceptance letter
has been received and the appropriate deposit paid.
X________________________________________
(applicant’s signature)
The course is very intensive and challenging.
Candidates should be aware that the demands of the
course may exacerbate any condition that is likely to
be aggravated by stress.
X______________________________________
Please send the completed application form
along with the completed pre-interview task and a
recent passport size photograph.
The deposit once paid is non-refundable. Failure
to pay the full course fees one month before the
course commences means the applicant forfeits
the place and the deposit. The full course fees
are non-refundable if the applicant doesn’t inform
the centre one full month before the course
commences that he/she isn’t taking the place
offered. In cases of withdrawal from the course,
refunds are given only in very exceptional
circumstances and solely at the discretion of the
Academic Director and/or the Director of Teacher
Training.
I understand and accept the above conditions.
Signature______________________________________
Date_________________________
For office use only.
Application received:
____________________
 email
Waiting interview:
 telephone
 fax
Interview date:
_____________________________
Accepted:
__________________
Location: Bangkok 
Rejected:________________________ __________
 post
Rejected: __________________________________
Chiang Mai 
Phuket 
Acceptance letter
 email  fax
Sent by:
Payment: deposit  ssl
Date: ______________
Payment: full
 ssl
Date: ______________
 post date: ___________________________
 swift
 credit card
 cash
Receipt no: ______________________________
 swift
 credit card
 cash
Receipt no: ______________________________
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Pre-Interview Task
Part 1 - Error correction
Here is a dialogue between two non-native speakers
of English in a beach restaurant on Koh Samui.
Imagine that you are their teacher and are helping
them to work on their accuracy. They are obviously
quite advanced learners and need work on choice of
words and suitability of language in a given context
as well as more obvious areas such as misuse of
tenses.
On a separate piece of paper write some comments
for them. First, make a list of their errors, then correct
them and, most importantly, explain the nature of
each error. You don't need to go into too much depth,
but your explanation should be clear enough for your
students to understand. (i.e. "wrong tense" is not
acceptable - you must explain WHY it is the wrong
tense.)
A) "Yes. I don't have a job to go back to, but I lend
$2000 from my parents for the trip so I'll have to find
something pretty quickly, ......... I hardly have any
money left."
B) "So do I, but I'm going to Australia next. I have an
uncle who is a builder in Sydney and I'd better be
able to find some work with him."
A) "Oh really! I'd love to go to Australia. I'm a surfer
and I've heard that the waves in Sydney are superb."
B) "Yes. My cousin said me."
A) " I couldn't get a visa though. The people at the
embassy in Bangkok said I'm not having enough
money."
A) "So how long have you been travelling, Paulo?"
B) "Since about six months."
A) "Mmmm... I've been away for 9 months, but I'm
quite boring with it now to be honest. I'll fly back to
Europe next week though. I've confirmed my ticket
yesterday."
B) "Must you go back to work?"
B) "Really. They're very strong about it, isn't it? I
could get a six month visa because my uncle lives
there. Nevertheless, it wasn't easy."
A) "Mmmm...I can imagine. Oh look, that's my
girlfriend calling me. She's waiting to go for dinner. I
don't have to be late. See you later."
B) " Yes, it was a pleasure talking to you, Johann."
Part 2 - Vocabulary
The following pairs of words often cause confusion
among students.
slim/thin
gone/been
infer/imply
Give an example sentence for each word that makes
the meaning clear AND explain the difference in
meaning and usage.
hinder/prevent
in the end/at the end
in time/on time
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Part 3 - Teaching a function
Your elementary level Thai class is going to the UK
(or USA or Australia if you prefer) on an educational
trip. The students are 18 - 20 years old. What
language items would you choose to teach them prior
to leaving Bangkok?
One item that you choose to teach them is the
language they need for ordering food and drink in a
restaurant. How would you go about this in the
classroom?
Part 4 - Word stress
Mark the main stressed syllable in the following
words:
5. indifferent
6. magnification
Examples: photograph determine
7. empathy
1. accountable
8. sympathise
2. practicality
9. engineering
3. average
4. distinguished
Part 5 - Sentence stress
In English, it is possible to change the meaning of a
sentence by stressing different words. How many
meanings can be given to the following sentence in
this way? What are the different meanings?
"He told me that Julia had borrowed the video."
Part 6 – Error correction
Correct the following sentences and explain the nature of the error:
Example:
I am always playing volleyball on the beach in the
afternoons.
This should be "I always play... " because we use the
present simple to talk about habits and routines.
I am understanding spoken Thai quite well now.
The doctor thinks the baby can walk in about three
weeks.
I've heard that song for the first time last week.
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Part 7 - Usage
Compare the usage of the highlighted words in the following groups of sentences:
For example:
You don't have to go.
Could you fetch that new bottle of wine from the
kitchen, please?
You mustn't go.
2. (Talking about a tennis match)
Answer: "Don't have to " means that you can if you
want, but it's not compulsory.
They will call it off if it rains.
"Mustn't" means that it is forbidden or prohibited for
you to go.
1.
Could you bring that new bottle of wine from the
kitchen, please?
Could you take that new bottle of wine to the kitchen,
please?
They would call it off if it rained.
They would have called it off if it had rained.
3.
There aren't many cars in the car park.
There isn't much space in the car park.
There are a lot of cars in the car park.
Part 8 – Learner difficulties
Write about 350 words on the following topic:
What aspects of English present particular difficulties for learners.
Part 9 – Teaching and learning experience
Describe briefly (200-300 words) your own
experience in teaching and learning languages-
include references to teaching style/methodology,
materials used and types of classes taught where
applicable.
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Appendix A –
Dates and Prices 2008
Cambridge ESOL Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
(CELTA)
Monday – Friday 09:00 – 18:00 (4 weeks)
Candidates:
are selected by pre-interview task and interview

should be over 20 years of age

should have a high standard of education
must have a high standard of English (both spoken and
written), enabling them to meet all course requirements.
Oral and written competence is particularly important
a) must attend 100% of the course.
Remark: Course Fee is inclusive of Cambridge Fees
Phuket Dates: 4th – 29th Feb., 3rd – 28th March and 19th May –
13th June, 14th July – 8th Aug., 15th Sept. – 10th Oct. and 3rd28th Nov.
Chiang Mai Dates: 4th – 29th Feb., 10th Mar. – 4th Apr., 2nd –
27th June, 18th Aug. – 12th – Sept., 6th – 31st Oct. and 17th
Nov. – 12th Dec.
Bangkok Dates
28th January – 22nd February
3rd March – 28th March
12th May – 6th June
10th June – 4th July
7th July – 1st August
4th August – 29th August
8th September – 3rd October
6th October – 31st October
10th November – 5th December
Course Fee : US$ 1,600
Introduction to TESOL Monday – Friday 09:00 – 16:30 (2 weeks)
Entry Requirements: This course is designed for native and
non-native speakers of English who wish to gain a basic
qualification in Teaching English to Speakers of Other
Languages (TESOL). This course is offered in both Bangkok and
Phuket in 2005.
Candidates:a) are selected by pre-interview task and/or interview
b) should be at least 20 years of age
c) should have a good command of the English language,
both spoken and written
d) must attend 100% of the course
Bangkok Dates
4th February – 15th February
3rd March – 14th March
12th May – 23rd May
2nd June – 13th June
30th June – 11th July
4th August – 15th August
8th September – 19th September
6th October – 17th October
3rd November – 14th November
1st December – 12th December
Course Fee: 15,000 Baht
Teaching English to Young Learners,
Teaching Business English,
Monday – Friday 09:00 – 12:30 (1 week)
Entry Requirements: These courses are
designed for practicing teachers who specialize
or wish to specialize in these areas. Applicants
should already have a basic TESOL qualification
and some teaching experience.
Bangkok dates
TEYL Course
Bangkok dates
TBE Course
18th – 22nd February
24th – 28th March
26th – 30th May
22nd – 26th September
27th – 31st October
24th – 28th November
23rd – 27th June
25th – 29th August
17th – 21st November
Course Fee: 5,500 Baht
Course Fee: 5,500 Baht
Candidates:should be at least 20 years of age
should have a high standard of English
attend 100% of the course
Note: These courses will only open when there
are 8 or more trainees registered. Check with
the Teacher Training Centre for details.
All dates and prices are subject to change without notice. Please check our site at http://www.eccthai.com or
contact Ms. Krissakorn (Kate) Tel. 0-2253-3312 Ext. 124 / email: krissakorn@ecc.ac.th for confirmation.
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Appendix B Credit Card Payment
Authorization Form
TEACHER TRAINING CENTRE
Thai Fax Number: + 66 (2) 655 1237 UK Fax Number: +44 (870) 161 1256 US Fax Number: +1 (425) 930 5421
ECC (Thailand) Big C Rajdamri
5th Floor, 97/11 Rajdamri Road,
Lumpini, Pathumwan
Bangkok 10330 Thailand
I___________________________would like to join the Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of
Other Languages (CELTA) course commencing ______ /______ /______ in Bangkok  Chiang Mai  Phuket 
Please deduct the payment from my credit card
[ ] Full Payment of $ 1,600
[ ] Deposit of $ 600
[ ] Balance of $ 1000
[ ] Master Card [ ] Visa
Card Number: _________________
_____
Three figure number on reverse of credit card:____________
(The above number must be included with your credit card payment authorization otherwise we can’t
process your payment)
Name on Card:_____________
_____
Expiry Date:_______
(mm/yyyy)
Signature:
Date:
_____
________________________________
____________________________________
Important: after payment has been received, we will send you confirmation of both your payment and place on the
course. If you do not receive this confirmation within three working days please contact us immediately.
All fees are payable in full a minimum of 4 weeks before the start of the course.
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Appendix C Accommodation - Bangkok
If you are training with us at our Big C Rajdamri branch in Bangkok, there are many cheap good quality guest houses,
hotels and hostels near the training centre. It is also usually possible to rent a simple one-room apartment for the
month, if you allow yourself time to organize this. Once you have found work in Thailand, finding cheap
accommodation is not difficult. In Bangkok there is, if anything, an oversupply of rented accommodation. Here the sky
train and the underground (subway) have made a big difference to transport in the areas they cover but it is still more
convenient to live near to where you will work.
You can usually find places by asking other teachers or just by walking around the area.
Accommodation while training
To help you get started, we've compiled a list of some of the accommodation available near our Big C Rajdamri
training centre. The closest cheap accommodation to Big C Rajdamri can be found in the following areas: Soi Kasem
San 1 and Rajchapraop Road. We've given you the street name in Thai to show to your taxi driver.
Address in English: Soi Kasem San 1, Rama 1 Road, Patumwan, Bangkok 10330 (Opposite the National
Stadium)
Address in Thai: ซอย เกษม สั นต์ 1 ถนนพระราม 1 ปทุมวัน กรุงเทพ ฯ 10330 (ตรงข้ ามศูนย์ กีฬาแห่ งชาติ)
There are several ways to get here from the airport. If money is no object, clearly signed limousine service counters
are located in the arrival hall on the ground floor. The approximate price from the airport to downtown is 750 baht.
Only use authorized taxis. These can be found at the clearly signed public taxi stands immediately outside the arrival
hall. Join the queue, tell the receptionist in the booth where you want to go and she will give you an invoice for the 50
baht airport surcharge which you should hand in to your driver at the end of the trip. The 'taxi meter' sign is clearly
displayed on the top of the taxi (don't get into one which doesn't have this). When your journey begins, ensure that
the driver has the meter turned on. If you use the expressway, the driver may ask you to give him the 30 – 70 baht for
the toll. More probably, he will pay himself and add the cost to the sum on the meter, together with the 50 baht airport
surcharge, at the end of your trip. The total cost to downtown should be less than 300 -500 baht. For your own safety,
check to ensure your taxi has seat belts installed when you get in and then wear them.
Soi Kasem San 1 is adjacent to the National Stadium sky train station. Leaving the station by Exit 3 brings you out at
the end of the Soi. A taxi from the airport will take you to the nearest sky train station at On Nuch.
None of the airport buses go to Siam Square, but if you take Airport Bus number 552 this will take you to On Nuch
Skytrain station. Take the Skytrain to the National stadium (change at Siam Square) and you are about a 2-minute
walk from the top end of Soi Kasem 1.
Getting to ECC Big C Rajdamri from Kasem San 1
Soi Kasem San 1 is a two to three minute walk to the Skytrain station at the National Stadium. Take the Skytrain to
Siam Square. Get off at Siam Square and walk to the opposite side of the platform. Take the Skytrain one station to
Chidlom Station. Get off the train at Chidlom and take exit number 1. Walk up to the Rachaprasong intersection and
turn right. Keep walking up the road until you come to Big C (about 3-4 minutes). You’ll find the training centre on the
fifth floor. Alternatively you can take the bus from the National Stadium to Central World (the old World Trade Centre).
The following busses are available; 73 (air- conditioned) and 204 (non air-conditioned).
All prices are subject to change. Please don’t ask us to confirm prices – confirm with the guest
houses/hotels concerned.
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Muangphol Mansion
Contact: Mr. Supachai Wongworakan or Kaithip
Address: 931/9 Soi Kasem San 1, Rama 1 Road, Patumwan
Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Tel: 662-219-4445
Fax: 662--216-8053
Email: info@kritthaimansion.com
URL: http://www.kritthaimansion.com
Description: As you enter the Soi, Muangphol Mansion is the first Hotel on the left hand side. There are 78 rooms.
Tell them you are from ECC and want a quiet room at the back on the side.
The restaurant is comfortable. Rooms have Air-conditioning and hot water. Prices range from 680-780 Baht per night
or from 16,500-18,000 Baht per month. You can book by fax or phone and pay upon arrival.
Reno Hotel
Contact: Maneda Pongsagongnuanit (Manager)
Address: 40 Soi Kasaem San 1, Rama 1 Road Patumwan. Bangkok 10330
Tel: 662-215-0026-7, 662-612-3096-7
Fax: 662-215-3430
Email: renohotel@bblife.com
URL: none
Description: Probably the nicest hotel in this Soi and a good place for your first night in Bangkok. All rooms are all
air-conditioned with hot showers. Prices start at 890 rising to 1,100 Baht per night. Paying for a month in advance will
reduce the cost to 780 per night.
A-one Inn
Contact: Ms. Busaba Nimsuan (Manager)
Address: Soi Kasaem San 1, Rama 1 Road Patumwan. Bangkok 10330
Tel: 662-215-3029, 662-216-4770, 662-219-4995-6
Fax: 662-216-4771
Email: aoneinn@hotmail.com
URL: http://www.aoneinn.com
Description: This guesthouse has an internet cafe and restaurant on the ground floor. All rooms have air-con, hot
water and TV. The rooms on the 3rd floor from 303 -309 are the quietest. The daily rate is 600 Baht.
Wendy House
Contact: Miss Somwang or Miss Mui
Address: 36/2 Soi Kasaem San 1, Rama 1 Road Patumwan. Bangkok 10330
Tel: 662-214-1149, 662-214-1150
Fax: 662-612-3487
Email: info@wendyguesthouse.com
URL: http://wendyguesthouse.com
Description: Reasonable Guest House priced at 800-1,350 Baht per night. There is a discount rate for guests from
ECC: Daily 10%, weekly 10%, fortnightly 20% and 4 weeks 25%.
Patumwan House
Contact:
Address:
Tel: 66-02-612-3588-99
Fax:
Email: patumwanhouse@hotmail.com
Description: 1,000 – 1,200 Baht per night or 15,000 Baht per month (two month’s deposit required).
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Novotel Siam Square
Contact: Erawadee Essarum
Address: Siam Square Soi 6 Pratumwan, 10330 Bangkok.
Tel: (+66)2 255 6888
Fax: (+66)2 255 1824
Email: corpsale@novotelbkk.com
URL: http://www.accorhotels-asia.com/hotelsearch/default.asp?hc=1031
Description: For those who want luxury accommodation, The Novotel is only a 1 minute walk from our Head Office
and Teacher Training Centre.
White Lodge Guest House
Contact: Ms. Supha Chaisrisak (Receptionist) also ask for Ms. Naeng
Address: 36/8 Sio Kasaem 1, Rama 1 Road Patumwan. Bangkok 10330
Tel: 662 2168867, 2153042
Fax: 662 2168228
Email: none
URL: none
Description: Cheap, cheerful popular with trainees on a budget. All rooms have air conditioning and hot showers.
The staff mentioned that they always try to provide ECC teachers with a quiet room with table and lamp for doing
homework! Prices start at 500 baht per night for a single. 10% discount by the month. Open 24 hours for those who
come home late.
Address in English: Rajchaprarop Road, Pratunam, Bangkok 10400.
Address in Thai: ถนนราชปรารภ ประตูนาม กรุ งเทพฯ 10400
There are several ways to get here from the airport. If money is no object, clearly signed limousine service counters
are located in the arrival hall on the ground floor. The approximate price from the airport to downtown is 750 baht.
Only use authorized taxis. These can be found at the clearly signed public taxi stands immediately outside the arrival
hall. Join the queue, tell the receptionist in the booth where you want to go and she will give you an invoice for the 50
baht airport surcharge which you should hand in to your driver at the end of the trip. The 'taxi meter' sign is clearly
displayed on the top of the taxi (don't get into one which doesn't have this). When your journey begins, ensure that
the driver has the meter turned on. If you use the expressway, the driver may ask you to give him the 30 – 70 baht for
the toll. More probably, he will pay himself and add the cost to the sum on the meter, together with the 50 baht airport
surcharge, at the end of your trip. The total cost to downtown should be less than 300 -500 baht. For your own safety,
check to ensure your taxi has seat belts installed when you get in and then wear them.
None of the airport buses go to Big C Rajdamri, but if you take Airport Bus number 552 this will take you to On Nuch
Skytrain station. Take the Skytrain to Chidlom station (and exit at exit 1) and you are about a 5 to 10-minute walk
from most of the accommodation listed below.
Golden Inn
Contact: Reception
Address: 463/3 Soi Wattanawong, Rajchaprarop Road, Pratunam, Bangkok 10400
Tel: 66 -02-651-6826-30, 66-02-651-6751-53
Fax: 66- 02-651-6831
Email: none
URL: none
Description: Nice one room apartment type accommodation with bathroom/shower. The room comes equipped with
TV (with cable), a fridge and air conditioning. There is an internet café in the lobby downstairs. 9,000 Baht per month
plus 750 Baht per month for electricity. No charge for water.
Makkasan Inn
Contact: Reception
Address: 57/5 Soi Wattanawong, Rajchaprarop Road, Rajthevee, Bangkok 10400
Tel: 66-02-650-0953-5
Fax: 66-02-650-0952
Email: makkasaninn@makkasaninn.com
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URL: http://www.makkasaninn.com
Description: New and clean hotel with bright airy rooms. All rooms have private bathrooms with hot and cold water.
Rooms are air-conditioned and include a mini bar/fridge, TV (with satellite channels) and 24 hour room service. The
monthly rate is 19,000 Baht. Breakfast can be had from as little as 55 Baht per person.
PJ Watergate Hotel
Contact: Reception
Address: 467 Soi Wattanasil, Ratchaprarop Road, Makkasan, Bangkok 10400
Tel: 66-02-254-3314
Fax: 66-02-651-6358-59
Email: none
URL: http://pjwatergate.co.th
Description: A small, boutique style hotel located in a quite side street but within easy walking distance of the
training centre. Rooms are equipped with the following items: IDD phone, mini bar, air conditioning, satellite TV,
shower and bath with hot and cold water. The hotel has a fitness centre attached and an internet café (80 Baht per
hour). Rates start at 1,280 per day (which is 20% discount off the rack price) for guests staying for a month. The price
includes breakfast.
Bangkok City Inn
Contact: Khun Ushenee
Address: 43/5 Rajdamri Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330
Tel: 66-02-253-5373
Fax: 66-02-253-7774
Email: ushenee@hotmail.com or bkkcityinn@gmail.com
URL:
Description: Situated a three-minute walk from the training centre, this hotel offers Thai style decorated rooms. All
rooms come with satellite TV, air conditioning and a bathroom with bath and hot and cold water. You can choose
between smoking and non-smoking floors. Daily prices for standard rooms are 1,900 Baht or 28,500 Baht for a
monthly stay (breakfast included). The above prices are exclusive of 10% service charge and 10% government tax.
Indra Regent Hotel
Contact: Reception
Address: 120/126 Ratchaprarop Road, Bangkok 10440
Tel: 66-02-208-0022-23
Fax: 66-02-208-0388-89
Email: sales@indrahotel.com
URL: http://www.indrahotel.com
Description: Large hotel located about a five-minute walk from the training centre. This hotel has all the facilities you
would expect from such a hotel. All rooms have air-conditioning, satellite TV, IDD phone, in-room safe, fully equipped
bathroom and coffee/tea making facilities. Prices start at 1,600 Baht for a studio single room for long stay residents
(e.g. one month). This price is exclusive of 10% service charge and VAT (7%).
There are a number of higher priced hotels in the Ratchaprarop area and we have listed some of these here for your
convenience.
Arnoma Hotel (66-02-255-3444, arnoma@arnoma.com, http://www.arnoma.com)
D’Ma Hotel (66-02-650-0288, dema@loxinfo.co.th, http://www.dmahotel.com)
Bangkok Palace Hotel (66-02-253-0510, sales@bangkokpalace.com, http://www.bangkokpalace.com)
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Appendix C Accommodation - Phuket
If you are training with us at our Phuket branch, there are many cheap good quality guest houses, hotels and hostels
near the training centre. It is also possible to rent a simple one-room apartment for the month if you allow yourself
time to organize this.
Speak to the teachers at the branch, they’ll certainly know some cheap places to stay.
Getting to the Training Centre
To help you get started, we've compiled a list of some of the accommodation available near our Phuket training
centre. Nearly all of the accommodation is within easy walking distance of the training centre.
There are a number of different ways to get to the training centre from the airport. If money is no object, clearly
signed limousine service counters are located in the arrival hall on the ground floor. The approximate price from the
airport to Phuket City is 450 baht.
There is also a minibus service into town which costs 150 Baht. Ask the driver to drop you off at the Tavorn Hotel.
The training centre is directly opposite this hotel. This can be a long journey as the minibus stops just before you get
to town and passengers are subjected to a sales pitch for hotels around Phuket. The break in the journey can last up
to an hour so, if you decide on this route, keep calm and cool because you will eventually arrive at your destination.
The other option is to take a ‘taxi meter’. When you come out of the airport you will see a sign saying ‘Taxi Meter –
100 metres’. When you see this sign, look across the car park and you’ll see the taxis about 100 meters away. These
taxis come in a variety of colours (just like in Bangkok). When you get to the taxis ask them to take you to the Tavorn
Hotel, the training centre is opposite this hotel. The price into town is the price shown on the meter plus a 100 Baht
airport surcharge. Check that the driver switches the meter on! For your own safety, check to ensure your taxi has
seat belts installed when you get in and then wear them.
As you leave the airport, you will very probably be besieged by people offering you unauthorized taxis. No matter how
pleasant or persistent they are, don't be tempted to use these! At the very least you will end up paying a great deal
more than you should and much worse things have been known to happen.
Accommodation
We have compiled a list of accommodation around town. The places here are in easy walking distance (2-10
minutes) of the training centre. The prices outlined here are subject to change. Please confirm prices with the
hotels concerned not with us. You may be able to obtain better deals by negotiating the price. Prices are
sometimes lower during the low season (May-October).
Guest Houses
Rattana Mansion
Address: 18 Chanajaroen Road, Muang, Phuket 83000, Thailand
Tel: 66-76-222600 or 66-76-223056 or 66-76-223042
Email: info@rattanabeach.com
Fax: 66-76-222603
URL: www.rattanabeach.com
Located near the two biggest department store complexes in Phuket town (Robinson and Ocean) and about a ten
minute walk to the training centre, Rattana Mansion offers nice, clean and well equipped rooms.
Prices start at 600 Baht for a twin room and 950 Baht per night for a double. All rooms come with TV, radio, IDD and
a refrigerator. There is also a restaurant in the lobby area.
Baan Suwantawe
Address: 1/10 Dibuk Road, Muang, Phuket 83000 Thailand
Tel: 66-76-212879
Email: baansuwantawe@yahoo.com
Fax: 66-76-215541
URL: www.baansuwantawe.co.th
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Located in easy walking distance from the training centre, Baan Suwantawe offers modern and clean facilities. All
apartments are tastefully decorated and come with a magnetic key card for added security. All rooms come with aircon, cable TV, fridge, microwave and hot and cold water. There is also high speed broadband internet at no extra
cost. A swimming pool is available for guests to enjoy.
Prices start at 16,500 Baht for a studio rising to 18,500 Baht for a studio with terrace. Other rooms are available,
please see website for details. VAT is charged at 7% and a one-month deposit must be paid.
Patra Mansion
Address: 116/23 Soi Noppakoon, Patipath Road, Muang, Phuket 83000 Thailand
Tel: 66-76-258103
Email: info@patramansion.com
Fax: 66-76-258109
URL: www.patramansion.com
A well located apartment complex within easy walking distance to the training centre. A variety of rooms are available
and there is a swimming pool for guest to enjoy. A maid service is also available.
Different rooms are available and are priced accordingly: Fan room 4,800 Baht per month or 500 Baht per day (4,000
Baht deposit), Air-con room 6,800 Baht per month or 600 Baht per day (5,000 Baht deposit) and VIP rooms 8,200
Baht per month or 700 Baht per day (7,000 Baht deposit).
Sino House
Address: 1 Montree Road, Muang, Phuket 83000 Thailand
Tel: 66-76-221398 or 66-76-232494-5
Email: info@sinohousephuket.com
Fax: 66-76-221498
URL: www.sinohousephuket.com
Located about 5 minutes from the training centre and opposite O’Malley’s Irish Pub, Sino House offers a variety of
rooms with a coffee shop, restaurant and spa attached.
Prices vary depending on room type: Beijing room 16,000 Baht per month, Shanghai room 16,000 Baht per month
and Sino Suite 27,000 Baht per month. There is also free Internet available if you stay long-term.
Dibuk Apartment
Address: 2/11 Dibuk Road, T. Taladyai, Muang, Phuket 83000 Thailand
Tel: 66-76-2177007
Email: dibukapartment@hotmail.com
Located within an easy five-minute walk of the training centre, this guesthouse offers 59 well furnished studio
apartments. Rooms come with air-con, hot + cold water, fridge, cable TV and a private balcony. A housekeeping and
laundry service is available.
Prices start at 5,500 for a standard room, 6,000 Baht for a deluxe room and 7,000 Baht for a super deluxe room. All
prices are monthly rates.
Holiday Plaza
Address: 174 Phuket Road, Muang, Phuket 83000, Thailand
Tel: 66-76-218424 or 66-76-354833
Just around the corner from the training centre and with an attached restaurant and internet café (20 Baht per hour),
the Holiday Plaza offers basic accommodation.
Rooms start from 300 Baht a night for a fan room and 450 Baht a night for an air-con room.
On On Hotel
Address: 19 Phang Nga Road, Muang, Phuket 83000, Thailand
Tel: 66-76-211154 or 66-76-225740 or 66-76-225741
One of the first guest houses in Phuket, established in 1929, and based in an old style Chinese shop house. This
guest house boasts a laundry service, a coffee shop and restaurant, an internet café (20 baht per hour) and is very
near to a large second-hand bookshop.
There are different types of room available at the On On: a Single room with fan but no bathroom goes for 140 Baht a
night, a single with fan and bathroom goes for 230 Baht a night, a double with fan and bathroom costs 300 Baht per
night and an air-con double with bathroom costs 400 Baht per night.
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Nana Chart Mansion
Address: 41/34 Montri Road, Muang, Phuket 83000, Thailand
Tel: 66-76-230041-2 or 66-76-230050 ext. 3
Fax: 66-76-230053 ext. 121
A small apartment-like establishment situated about 5 minutes from the training centre.
Different types of rooms are available starting with single fan rooms at 250 Baht per night (300 Baht if you want a
TV), double fan rooms at 350 Baht per night and air-con singles at 400 Baht per night and air-con doubles at 450
Baht per night. The air-con rooms come with a TV and a fridge.
Joe Mansion
Address: 54/15-16 Montree Road, Muang, Phuket 83000 Thailand
Tel: 66-76-221856 or 66-76-230124
Fax: 66-76-218556
A small apartment-like establishment situated about 5 minutes from the training centre next to the Kodak Maxi Color
shop.
Two types of rooms are available: regular (5,300 Baht per month) or VIP (6,300 Baht per month. They also have a
daily rate of 500 Baht per day. There is a 5,000 Baht deposit and the following charges: electricity 5 baht per unit and
water 15 baht per unit All rooms have air-con, a TV, hot and cold water and a fridge.
Mid-Level Hotels
Daeng Plaza Hotel
Address: 57 Phuket Road, Muang, Phuket 83000, Thailand
Tel: 66-76-213951 or 66-76-216428
Email: daengplazahotel@hotmail.com
Fax: 66-76-213884
URL: www.phukettoday.com/daengplaza
Reasonable mid-level type hotel located about 3 minutes away from the ECC training centre.
Prices start at 500-600 Baht per night for a standard double or single room (590-690 Baht with breakfast). There is a
government tax charge of 11%. They also offer a monthly rate of 13,000 Baht (room only, no breakfast).
Imperial Hotel
Address: 51 Phuket Road, Muang, Phuket 83000, Thailand
Tel: 66-76-212311
Email: reservation@imperialphuket.com
Fax: 66-76-212894
URL: www.imperialphuket.com
Situated two minutes away from the training centre, the Imperial is a small, clean hotel in the mid-level range. Has a
small coffee corner located in the lobby and a laundry service is available.
Prices vary depending on the type of room you choose. A standard twin or double costs from 550-650 Baht, a deluxe
twin or double costs from 750-850 Baht and a suite costs 1,400 Baht per night. For guests staying longer than 10
nights deduct 50 Baht per night from the above prices.
If you let them know you are training with ECC, you can get the standard twin room for 550 Baht per night. Deals are
also available on the other room types as long as you let them know you are from ECC.
Tavorn Hotel
Address: 74 Rasada Road, Phuket 83000, Thailand
Tel: 66-76-211333-5
Fax: 66-76-215559
This hotel is located directly opposite the training centre and is also the oldest hotel in Phuket town. You can visit the
Phuket museum, which is located within the hotel, for 30 Baht.
The price for a standard room is 450 Baht per night. They offer a monthly deal of 12,000 Baht per month. They have
an annex called ‘Budget Hotel’ where you can get a room on the 1 st floor for 2,500 Baht per month or on the 2nd floor
for 3,000 Baht per month. There is also a charge for water (50 Baht per month) and electricity (5 Baht per unit).
Phuket Montree Resotel
Address: 12/6 Montree Road, Taladyai, Muang, Phuket 83000, Thailand
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Tel: 66-76-211941 or 66-76-212936 or 66-76-216294
Email: montree@e-mail.in.th
Fax: 66-76-212849
URL: www.phukettoday.com/montreeresotel
About a 10-minute walk from the training centre and close to O’Malley’s Irish Pub and Restaurant. This is a basic
mid-level Thai hotel. It could be rather noisy.
Prices start from 280 Baht per night for a standard room with fan rising to 450 Baht per night for a standard air-con
room. They do a monthly deal on the air-con rooms (12,600 Baht per month).
Crystal Inn
Address: 2/1-10 Soi Surin, Montree Road, Taladyai, Phuket, 83000 Thailand
Tel: 66-76-256789
Email: info@phuketcrystalinn.com
Fax: 66-76-256666
URL: www.phuketcrystalinn.com
This hotel is located near Robinson and Ocean Shopping malls.
The price for a standard room is 800 Baht per night. They offer a monthly deal where rooms are offered for 700 Baht
per night. Prices don’t include breakfast. There is an Internet café attached to the hotel.
Hotels – Top End
The hotels in this category have all the facilities you would expect from 3-5 star establishments e.g. air conditioning in
all rooms, swimming pool, cable TV, restaurants, fitness centres and internet cafes.
The Metropole Hotel Phuket
Address: 1 Soi Surin, Montri Road, Muang, Phuket, 83000, Thailand
Tel: 66-76-215050 or 66-76-214020-9
Email: metropole@phuketinternet.co.th
Fax: 66-76-215990
URL: www.metropolephuket.com
The Metropole is a deluxe hotel with all the facilities you’d expect.
Prices are 1,400 Baht per night for a single room with breakfast. They also do a suite for 2,500 Baht per night.
Royal Phuket City Hotel
Address: 154 Phang-Nga Road, Muang, Phuket 83000, Thailand
Tel: 66-76-233333
Email: hotel@royalphuketcity.com
Fax: 66-76-233335
URL: www.royalphuketcity.com
Another top end hotel with all the usual facilities including a spa.
Prices start at 1,400 Baht per night for a single or 1,600 Baht per night for a double. Prices include breakfast. They
also offer a monthly rate of 32,000 Baht with breakfast and gym use.
Pearl Hotel
Address: 42 Montri Road, Phuket 83000, Thailand
Tel: 66-76-211044
Email: pearlhkt@loxinfo.co.th
Fax: 66-76-212911
URL: www.phuket.com/pearlhotel
Another top end hotel with all the usual facilities plus a rooftop Chinese restaurant and a very inviting swimming pool.
Guests staying at the Pearl also get to use the facilities of the Pearl Village on Ni Yang Beach.
Prices start at 1,824 Baht for a single, 1,942 for a double/twin room. Prices don’t include breakfast.
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Appendix C Accommodation – Chiang Mai
If you are training with us at our Chiang Mai teacher training centre, there are many cheap good quality
guest houses, hotels and hostels near the training centre. It is also possible to rent a simple one-room
apartment for the month if you allow yourself time to organize this.
Speak to the teachers at the centre, they'll certainly know some cheap places to stay.
Getting to the Training Centre
To help you get started, we've compiled a list of some of the accommodation available near our Chiang Mai
centre. A lot of the accommodation is within easy walking distance of the branch but some of is located in
the town centre. The address of the training centre is here in English and Thai:
ECC Chiang Mai, 15/73 Huey Kaew Road, Suthep, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200
ECC เชียงใหม่ 15/73 ถ. ห้วยแก้ว ต. สุ เทพ อ. เมือง จ. เชี ยงใหม่ 50200
There are a number of different ways to get to the training centre from the airport. Limousine service
counters are located outside the arrival hall on the left. The approximate price from the airport to the
training centre is 120 Baht.
The other option is to take a 'taxi meter'. These taxis can be found by turning right outside the arrival hall
and going out of the terminal building. There is a desk clearly marked ‘taxi meter’. Tell them where you are
going and they will ask for the 50 Baht airport surcharge there and then. When you have paid that, you will
be directed to the taxis (usually blue and yellow). Flag fall is 40 baht (which gets you 2 kilometers) and then
the price rises in 2 Baht increments. To get to the school will cost about 120 Baht total.
If you know where you are going to be staying, you could arrange for an airport pick-up to your hotel/guest
house. This is usually free of charge!
As you leave the airport, you will very probably be approached by people offering you unauthorized taxis.
No matter how pleasant or persistent they are, don't be tempted to use these! At the very least you will end
up paying a great deal more than you should and much worse things have been known to happen.
If you arrive by train, your transportation options are a ‘taxi meter’ (same as above but no airport
surcharge), a tuk-tuk or a songthaew (truck with benches for seats). With both the tuk-tuk and the
songthaew you will need to negotiate the price of the journey. The trip to the training centre from the train
station will cost between 150-200 Baht depending on your negotiation skills!
If you arrive by bus, you have the same options as arriving by train. A negotiated price in a tuk-tuk or
songthaew could cost between 180-250 Baht.
Both the train and bus stations are some way from the training centre.
Accommodation
We have compiled a list of accommodation around town. Some of the places here are in easy walking
distance (5-15 minutes) of the training centre, while others are located in the city centre. A songthaew on
Huey Kaew Road (where the training centre is located) to ECC should cost no more than 15-20 Baht. The
choice is yours but it is probably advisable to be as near to the training centre as possible. The prices
outlined here are subject to change. Please confirm prices with the hotels concerned, not with us.
You may be able to obtain better deals by negotiating the price. Prices are sometimes lower during the offpeak season (16th April-31st October).
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Guest Houses (near the training centre)
Isra Guest House
109/21 Huey Kaew Road, Suthep, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200
Tel: 66-53-214924
Small, clean guest house located near the Central department store. Single basic fan rooms are 100 Baht a night.
Toilet and shower facilities are shared.
Airport Resident
47/2 Soi 1 (Setthakit Village), Mahidol Road, Haiyaa Subdistrict, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200
Tel: 66-53-201951-3
Fax: 66-53-202666
www.airportresident.com
A modern, clean apartment style building about 15 minutes (by songthaew) from the training centre. Rooms are well
equipped: air conditioning, cable TV (60 channels), fridge, IDD, warm water and room safe. There is a high speed
internet café in the building. Prices start at 500 Baht for a standard room rising to 650 Baht for a superior room.
Prices include all taxes but not breakfast. Discounts are available for long stay.
Chiang Mai Suandok Kaew House
8/1 Soi 1 Suthep Road, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200
Book through www.1stopchiangmai.com/hospitality/hotels for the best rates at this guest house.
Located near Suandok Temple and the Kard Suan Kaew shopping centre and is about 20 minutes (by songthaew)
from the training centre. They offer free pick-up from the airport, bus station and railway station.
Prices are as follows: Superior room on floors 2-3: 530 Baht (all year round), Superior room on floors 4-5: 550 Baht
and deluxe rooms on floors 4-5: 700-800 Baht. Prices include all taxes but not breakfast.
Hillside Plaza and Condotel 4
50/24 Huaykaew Road, Muang, Chiang Mai, 50300
Tel: 66-53-225944, 66-53-224241
Fax: 66-53-225981
Located about a 5-minute songthaew ride from the training centre, these serviced condos offer excellent value.
Rooms are air-conditioned, with coffee making facilities, fridge, TV and large balconies. The complex also has a minimart, swimming pool, fitness centre, spa and restaurants in the same complex of buildings.
A month here costs 14,000 Baht.
Chiang Mai University
UNISERV, CMU, 50200
Tel: 66-53-224672-4 or 66-53-943606
www.uniserv.cmu.ac.th
Basic accommodation is available at the university at various times of year. The university is within easy walking
distance of the training centre. Accommodation is dorm type accommodation with shared facilities. Rooms are airconditioned and a simple local breakfast is available. Prices start at around US$6 per night. Contact the University
directly for availability.
Guest Houses (in the city)
There are numerous guesthouses in the city. For listings and bookings try the following two websites:
www.chiangmai.net
www.travelfish.org/accommodation/thailand/northern-thailand/chiang-mai/chiangmai
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Two recommended guesthouses in the city are the following:
The Royal Guest House
Kothchasam Road, Soi 4, T. ChangKan, Muang, Chiang Mai 50100
Tel: 66-53-282460 or 66-53-271191
Fax: 66-53-206404
www.royalguesthouse-chiangmai.com
info@royalguesthouse-chiangmai.com
A variety of clean well appointed rooms. This guesthouse has a swimming pool. It is about 20-30 minutes from the
training centre by songthaew.
Fan rooms from 150 to 350 baht (higher price with hot water). Air-conditioned room 1: 500 baht with hot water, airconditioned room type 2: 700 Baht with hot water and cable TV. Discounts are available for long stays.
SK House Chiang Mai
30 Moon Muang Road Soi 9, Chiang Mai 50200
Tel: 66-53-210690
Fax: 66-53-210615
This guesthouse is located near the Night Bazaar and Chiang Mon temple. All rooms have a private hot/cold shower
and toilet. All rooms (except standard fan) have local/cable TV. There is also a swimming pool and internet facilities.
Checkout time is 10:00.
Standard room fan (single or double) 300 Baht (low season) and 500 Baht (high season), Superior room fan (single
or double) 400 – 600 Baht, AC room single 600-800 Baht and AC room double 700-900 Baht. Prices include tax but
not breakfast. Breakfast can be had for 100 Baht.
Hotels
Most of the hotels listed here are within 10-15 minutes songthaew/tuk-tuk ride fro the training centre. Most of these
are 3-5 star establishments and come with all the facilities you would expect.
Chiang Mai Hills Resort
211 Huay kaew Road, Chiang Mai 50200
Tel: 66-53-210030-4
Fax: 66-53-210035
Conveniently located within easy walking distance of the training centre (5 minutes). This hotel prides itself on its hill
tribe décor. All rooms are fully appointed and offer every comfort and convenience. There is also a swimming pool
here.
A superior room in the low season is 925 Baht (single), 985 Baht (double) and 1535 Baht (triple). In the high season
the prices are 1055-1645 Baht (single), 1120-1710 Baht (double) and 1770-2335 Baht (triple).
Chiang Mai Phucome
2 Kanklong, Chol Pratham, Chiang Mai 50000
Tel: 66-53-211026
Fax: 66-53-216422
On the outskirts of the city but within 5 minutes walking distance of the training centre. Ask for a room at the back of
the hotel for spectacular views of Doi Suthep. A lot of teak wood went into constructing the lobby! Has a swimming
pool and a Dunkin Donuts attached. They offer a free pick up from the airport.
Rooms in the old building are 905 Baht for a single/double and 1400 for a triple. Rooms in the new building are 1030
for a single double and 1525 Baht for a triple. Prices include all taxes and breakfast.
Amari Rincome Hotel
1 Nimmanhaeminda Road, Suthep, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200
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Tel: 66-53-221130 or 66-53-221044
Fax: 66-53-221915
www.rincomeamari.com
reservations@rincomeamari.com
Located about 10-15 minutes from the training centre, the Amari is a modern luxury hotel with all the associated
facilities. Has a number of international class restaurants attached to it.
A superior room in the low season is 2050 Baht for a single and 2255 Baht for a twin. In the high season these prices
increase to 3075 and 3280 Baht respectively. All prices are ++ but include breakfast.
Suan Doi House
38/3 Soi Chorntrasup, Huay Kaew, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200
Tel: 66-53-221869 or 66-53-406091
Fax: 66-53-406091
www.suandoihouse.com
suan-doi-house@thai-tour.com
A beautifully located small hotel set in a botanical garden. The rooms are all decorated in northern Thai Lanna style.
A peaceful location.
The Preak Sa style rooms (single/twin) are 950 Baht and come with TV, hot and cold water and the price includes
breakfast but not taxes (++).
Holiday Garden
16/16 Huay Kaew Road, Muang, Chiang Mai
A nice hotel decorated with various pieces of beautiful handmade local artwork. You can choose from a hotel
experience (tower) or resort experience (garden). A large swimming pool is available for guests use.
Located about a 15 minute songthaew or tuk tuk ride from the training centre. There is a free pickup service from the
airport/bus station/train station but an 80 Baht charge to take you back there.
A superior room in the Tower Wing in the low season is 750 Baht rising to 850 Baht in the high season. A room in the
Garden resort is 850 Baht all year round. Prices include all taxes and breakfast.
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Appendix D Contact Details - Bangkok
We can be contacted by email, phone, fax or "snail mail", via any of the addresses below. Telephone charges to and from Thailand
can be quite expensive, so we recommend using electronic form where you can. If you would like to call us, our office hours are
8:30am to 5:30pm. Thailand standard time is 7 hours ahead of GMT.
GENERAL AND EMPLOYMENT ENQUIRIES
ECC (Thailand)
ECC Big C, 5th Floor, 97/11 Rajdamri Road, Lumpini,
Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330 Thailand
Tel. 66-02-253-3312 Fax. 66-02Email: jobs@ecc.ac.th (job enquiries only)
If calling from within Thailand, due to new numbering
systems you must include the 02 area code
regardless of which province you are calling from.
TEACHER TRAINING ENQUIRIES
INTERNATIONAL ENQUIRIES
Teacher Training Centre - Bangkok
From outside Thailand, it may be faster and cheaper
to contact us for job or teacher training enquiries via
our international fax service:
th
ECC Big C, 5 Floor, 97/11 Rajdamri Road, Lumpini,
Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330 Thailand
Tel. 66-02-655-1236-7Fax: +66-02-655-1237 (24
Hour voice, fax and answer machine)
Celta Enquires Email: acd@ecc.ac.th
TESOL and other Enquires Email: tesol@ecc.ac.th
UK Fax Number: +44 (870) 161 1256
US Fax Number: +1 (425) 930 5421
Big C Rajdamri Branch Map
Our Big C Rajdamri branch is most easily reached by taking the skytrain (BTS) to the Chidlom station. After
disembarking the skytrain, walk to exit 1, and then head down to the Ratchaprasong Intersection. Turn right at the
intersection and walk up the road until you come to Big C. We are on the fifth floor.
When attending a training course at ECC Big C Rajdamri, you will need to enter the building from the side entrance.
This can be found on the right hand side of the building (looking from the front of the building). Just take the lift here
to the 5th floor.
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Appendix D Contact Details – Phuket
TEACHER TRAINING ENQUIRIES
Teacher Training Centre – Phuket
ECC (Thailand) Phuket, 73/1-2 Rasada Road, Taladyai, Muang, Phuket 83000 Thailand.
Telephone: 66-76-219062-3, 66-76-219906
Fax: 66-76-214498
Email: celtaphuket@ecc.ac.th
Phuket Branch Map
Our Phuket branch is most easily reached by taking either the limousine service (450 Baht) or the minibus (100 Baht)
from the airport into town. There are also ‘Taxi Meters’ available costing 100 Baht airport surcharge and the fare on
the meter. Ask the driver to drop you at the Tavorn Hotel in Phuket City and you’ll see ECC directly opposite. From
the bus station ask a Tuk Tuk or Songthaew driver to take you to the Tavorn Hotel. You will need to negotiate the
fare before the journey commences (price range 20-50 Baht).
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Appendix D Contact Details – Chiang Mai
TEACHER TRAINING ENQUIRIES
Teacher Training Centre – Chiang Mai
ECC (Thailand) Chiang Mai, 15/73 Huaykeo, Suthep, Muang, Chiang Mai 50220.
Telephone: 66-53-224565, 66-053-222-028, 66-053-215-150.
Fax: 66-053-215-151
Email: celtacm@ecc.ac.th
Chiang Mai Branch Map
Our Chiang Mai branch is most easily reached from the airport by taking either the limousine service (120 Baht) or a
‘Taxi Meter’ (50 Baht airport surcharge, 40 Baht flag fall and 2 Baht increments after the first 2 kilometres – about 120
Baht to the training centre). If you know where you are staying, you can often arrange a free pick up from the airport.
From the train station to the training centre you have the option of a taxi meter (same as above but without the airport
surcharge) or a songthaew (a converted truck with seats) or tuk-tuk. The price in the songthaew/tuk-tuk needs to be
negotiated and will cost in the region of 150-200 Baht.
From the bus station options are the same as from the train station. The negotiated price in a songthaew/tuk-tuk
should be in the region of 180-250 Baht.
A more detailed map will appear here shortly.
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Appendix E Certificate in Teaching English
to Speakers of Other
Languages (CELTA)
Course aims:
The course enables candidates to

acquire essential subject knowledge and familiarity with the principles of effective teaching

acquire a range of practical skills for teaching English to adult learners

demonstrate their ability to apply their learning in a real teaching context
Candidates who complete the course successfully can begin working in a variety of ESOL teaching contexts around
the world.
Course programmes:
Certificate course programmes are designed by individual centres using the syllabus and course objectives. Courses
will have a minimum of 120 contact hours including:

Input

Supervised lesson planning

Teaching practice (six assessed hours)

Feedback on teaching

Peer observation
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Observation of experienced teachers (minimum six hours)

Consultation time
Candidates will need to dedicate a minimum of 80 hours for the required reading, research, pre- and post-session
tasks, assignments and lesson preparation.
Syllabus overview:
The syllabus consists of five units of learning that deal with specific topic areas in the teaching of ESOL
Unit 1 Learners and teachers, and the teaching and learning context
Unit 2 Language analysis and awareness
Unit 3 Language skills: reading, listening, speaking and writing
Unit 4 Planning and resources of different teaching contexts
Unit 5 Developing teaching skills and professionalism
Syllabus overview:
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UNIT 1 LEARNERS AND TEACHERS AND THE TEACHING AND LEARNING CONTEXT
1.1 Cultural, linguistic and educational backgrounds
1.2 Motivations for learning English as an adult
1.3 Learning and teaching styles
1.4 Context for learning and teaching English
1.5 Varieties of English
1.6 Multilingualism and the role of first languages
UNIT 2 LANGUAGE ANALYSIS AND AWARENESS
2.1 Basic concepts and terminology used in ELT for describing form and meaning in language and language use
2.2 Grammar – Grammatical frameworks: rules and conventions relating to words, sentences, paragraphs and texts
2.3 Lexis: What it means to ‘know’ a word; semantic relationships between words
2.4 Phonology: The formation and description of English phonemes; features of connected speech
2.5 The practical significance of similarities and differences between languages
2.6 Reference materials for language awareness
2.7 Key strategies and approaches for developing learners’ language knowledge
UNIT 3 LANGUAGE SKILLS; READING, LISTENING, SPEAKING AND WRITING
3.1 Reading
3.1.1 Basic concepts and terminology used for describing reading skills
3.1.2 Purposes of reading
3.1.3 Decoding meaning
3.1.4 Potential barriers to reading
3.2 Listening
3.2.1 Basic concepts and terminology used for describing listening skills
3.2.2 Purposes of listening
3.2.3 Features of listening texts
3.2.4 Potential barriers to listening
3.3 Speaking
3.3.1 Basic concepts and terminology used for describing speaking skills
3.3.2 Features of spoken English
3.3.3 Language functions
3.3.4 Paralinguistic features
3.3.5 Phonemic systems
3.4 Writing
3.4.1 Basic concepts and terminology used for describing writing skills
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3.4.2 Sub-skills and features of written texts
3.4.3 Stages of teaching writing
3.4.4 Beginner literacy
3.4.5 English spelling and punctuation
3.5 Key strategies and approaches for developing learners’ receptive and productive skills
UNIT 4 PLANNING AND RESOURCES FOR DIFFERENT TEACHING CONTEXTS
4.1 Principles of planning for effective teaching of adult learners of English
4.2 Lesson planning for effective teaching of adult learners of English
4.3 Evaluation of lesson planning
4.4 The selection, adaptation and evaluation of materials and resources in planning (including computer and other
technology based resources)
4.5 Knowledge of commercially produced resources and non-published materials and classroom resources for
teaching English to adults
UNIT 5 DEVELOPING TEACHING SKILLS AND PROFESSIONALISM
5.1 The effective organisation of the classroom
5.2 Classroom presence and control
5.3 Teacher and learner language
5.4 The use of teaching materials and resources
5.5 Practical skills for teaching at a range of levels
5.6 The monitoring and evaluation of adult learners
5.7 Evaluation of the teaching/learning process
5.8 Professional development: responsibilities
5.9 Professional development: support systems
Course requirements and components of assessment:
Assessment requirements
To meet the assessment requirements, candidates are required to attend a course and to:

Practice teach classes of the relevant age group and size for a total of six hours

Observe experienced teachers teaching classes of adult learners for a total of six hours, two of which may
be on video

Maintain and submit a portfolio of all course work including all written assignments and materials related to
teaching practice
Mode of assessment
Assessment is continuous and integrated
Continuous here means that assessment takes place throughout the course
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Integrated here means that both assessed components contribute to the overall grade
The two components of assessment
Component One: Planning and teaching
In this component, candidates are required to practice teach for a total of six assessed hours, working with adult
learners at a minimum of two levels in classes of the required size.
By the end of the six hours of assessed teaching practice, candidates should have demonstrated successful
achievement of all the teaching practice assessment criteria.
Component Two: Classroom-related written assignments
This component consists of four written assignments:
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One assignment focuses on adult learners and learning contexts

One assignment focuses on an aspect of the language system of English

One assignment focuses on an aspect of language skills

One assignment requires reflection on classroom teaching and the identification of action points
The centre is responsible for designing the written assignments, which should each be between 750 and 1,000
words. The assignments are internally assessed and externally moderated. Two assignments may be conflated into
one larger assignment provided that all the assessment criteria are met.
Certificate grades
The Certificate will be awarded to candidates who meet the course requirements and whose performance meets, or
exceeds, the criteria in both assessment components. Candidates are ineligible for the award in cases where
dishonesty or plagiarism is brought to the attention of Cambridge ESOL teaching awards.
A Pass is awarded to candidates whose performance overall in the teaching practice and in the written assignments
meets the specified criteria.
They will continue to need guidance to help them to develop and broaden their range of skills as teachers in post.
A Pass (Grade B) is awarded to candidates whose performance in the written assignments meets the specified
criteria and who have demonstrated in their teaching practice a level of achievement significantly higher than that
required to meet pass-level criteria in relation to:

demonstration of the criteria for teaching skills and professionalism
They will continue to need some guidance to help them to develop and broaden their range of skills as teachers in
post.
A Pass (Grade A) is awarded to candidates whose performance in the written assignments meets the specified
criteria and who have demonstrated in their teaching practice a level of ability and achievement and a level of
awareness significantly higher than that required to meet pass-level criteria in relation to:

planning for effective teaching

teaching skills and professionalism
They will benefit from further guidance in post but will be able to work independently.
Candidates who fail to meet criteria in any or all assessed components will receive a Fail.
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Appendix F Train then Teach
ECC (Thailand) offers one of the most competitively
priced Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English to
Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) courses at its
Big C Rajdamri branch in the commercial heart of
Bangkok, in the cool mountain air of Chiang Mai and
on the tropical island of Phuket.
Not only that! During your contract you will also be
entitled to take one of 5-day ECC teacher
development courses – absolutely free!
Teaching English to Young Learners or Teaching
Business English
Now you can take advantage of an attractive new
offer!
On completion of the course, successful candidates
at ECC (Thailand) will be given the option of a
guaranteed 1-year contract at one of many ECC
schools throughout Thailand.
Many former graduates of the internationally
recognized Cambridge ESOL course, who have
gained varied and valuable teaching experience at
ECC, have gone on to find work not only at
prestigious locations in Thailand such as the British
Council and International House, but throughout the
world.
For further details contact Garth at garth@ecc.ac.th.
What’s more, when you complete your year’s
contract, you will be refunded half of the Certificate
course fee (US$800), in addition to a 12,000 baht
end-of-contract bonus.
Note: A contract is guaranteed to successful
candidates only. Registering interest in the offer of an
ECC contract when you are accepted onto the
certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other
Languages (CELTA) course does not guarantee that
you will automatically pass.
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