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April is TEFL month at Cactus
- Tuesday, 3rd April, 2012
Throughout April we will aim to answer all your TEFL questions, such as:
“What is the difference between TEFL, CELTA and TESOL?”
“Is a 4-week TEFL course as intensive as everyone says?”
“How do you know which TEFL course is best for you?”
We will be posting a series of videos discussing and answering the most common TEFL questions. So make sure you’re a fan or following us and don’t miss out!
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For transcripts of the videos and even more TEFL related questions, as well as information on thousands of courses around the world visit www.cactustefl.com.
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New Language Courses in Canary Wharf
- Tuesday, 3rd April, 2012
From April Cactus will be offering its popular 10-week evening language courses in City Harbour, only 2 minutes from Crossharbour DLR station and 10 minutes from Canary Wharf. View map & school details...
With one 2-hour class per week, from 6.30 to 8.30pm, you can easily learn a language after work. Get started now and you could be speaking a new language in time for this summer, by the end of June to be precise.
Language courses available in Canary Wharf include Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Italian, Japanese and Spanish. Courses start from £205 including book and are taught by experienced teachers in small interactive, sociable groups. They run on different nights of the week and start quarterly form 17th April. Book early and you can get £10 off!
“Good value for money and good teachers...” Jody, Spanish student
“I really noticed a continuous improvement week after week.” Rudiger, Spanish studentTo find out more visit www.languagecoursesuk.co.uk or call 0845 130 4775.
For previous Canary Wharf students, this move will affect only the location of their course. All other course details, e.g. days and times, remain unchanged.
Why are the Canary Wharf courses moving?
We have appointed a new centre in Canary Wharf, based on feedback received from our students.
During each course we ask for your comments via questionnaires. Your input actively shapes not only the course you are on, but our future course offering.
We would like to thank everyone who submitted feedback or took part in our survey for helping to continuously improve our courses.
Cactus has 17 training locations across London, including Baker Street, Bond Street, Canary Wharf, Clapham, Gloucester Road, Greenwich, Highgate, Holborn-Russell Square, Islington, Kings Cross, Notting Hill, Oxford Circus, Piccadilly Circus, Shepherds Bush, Soho, Victoria and Wimbledon. -
How to Choose Your Study Abroad Program
- Wednesday, 28th March, 2012
When choosing to study abroad there are many things that go through your head – is it worth it? Will I really learn the language? Can I get enough course credit? All these questions and anxieties are completely normal and ultimately important to your decision making.
The first thing you should do if you are looking to study abroad outside of your home University program is to meet with your school advisor about what you want to do and what you want to achieve. The most important part of your education abroad is that you are rewarded not only in the experience but for the work you did while you were there.
Every University has a different list of criteria for issuing US credit for the courses you take abroad, so before booking a course you should always consult with your advisor on how many hours you’ll need to complete and what type of courses you’ll need to take to not only get the experience you want but the course credit you need.
By confirming the amount of hours you need to complete and having a detailed list of the documents you need from the institution aboard to submit to your home University, you will be well on your way to making your study abroad experience happen. Having this information at the beginning of your search will help you determine which program in which location is the best for you and allow you to make the best decision more efficiently.
Once you have that information, it comes down to how much time you can commit to studying abroad and how many credits you ultimately want to receive. Do you have a week, a summer, or a whole semester? Do you need 12 credits or just 3? Here’s a breakdown of types of study abroad programs and what will work best according to your goals:
Winter and Spring Break
If you want to make the most of the few weeks you have off for winter or spring break there are plenty of options around the globe. The best option for this short period of time would be an Intensive Language Course or a Combined Language Course. These courses are 30 lessons (25-30 hours) per week and focus on advancing your language skills as quickly as possible in the short amount of time that you are there. The standard rule is that 45 contact hours equals 3 credits, so take 2 weeks of the Intensive or Combined course and there’s a solid chance your University will issue you the credits for your time abroadSummer
Doing a study abroad program in the summer is a great way to make sure you take enough hours of a course to gain the credit you need while still allowing you a varied amount of programs to choose from. You can take a Spanish and Mayan History Course in Merida, a Language and Culture course in Paris or Aix, a German and Music course in Vienna, or a Japanese and Traditional Culture course in Fukuoka, Japan. These courses will not only advance your language skills in a short time period but give you extra elements to the course to provide your home university with good reason for issuing you more course credits.Semester
If you’re going abroad for an entire semester, it’s most important that you focus on a program that offers you variety to allow you to get the most credits for your time abroad. The reality is that if you’re looking for a whole semester of credit, taking just a language course won’t be enough. Focus on the programs that offer language courses as well as cultural courses so you can get a well rounded academic semester. A good example of this is the semester program in Malaga, which offers a Spanish course as well as courses on Spanish history, literature, economy, and media. Taking this type of program will not only make your time more enjoyable, but will make it much easier to transfer credit upon your return when you are able to present varied course syllabi and assignments for approval.Ultimately, the options are endless, but the more organized you are about your goals with study abroad, the more likely you are to gain the credit you need and make the most out of the experience.
Still need advice? Feel free to contact us for information on possibilities and programs.
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Show some love this Valentine’s Day with our special date and gift ideas
- Wednesday, 1st February, 2012
Why not treat your Valentine to an experience they won’t forget this February? Instead of the usual clichéd hearts and flowers, surprise your loved one with Cactus lessons in the language of love!
For all Francophiles, Cactus is offering special “French Tuesdays” in partnership with Cafe Rouge. It’s a chance to learn the basics or brush-up old skills, while enjoying delicious contemporary French cuisine. The sessions are available every Tuesday from 6.30pm-8.30pm at locations in Hampstead, Knightsbridge, Leicester Square, Wimbledon and Brighton, until 21 February 2012. To book your place, simply visit http://www.cactuslanguagetraining.com/caferouge/
Or Cactus’ language gift vouchers make the perfect gift for all language lovers. Available in multiples of £10, they can be redeemed against any Cactus products. So if you want to whisk away your partner to romantic Rome for a language holiday to learn Italian, or simply fancy learning together with one of our many evening courses, there’s sure to be an option to spark your passion. Visit http://www.cactuslanguagetraining.com/en/promotion/gift-voucher
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Fabulous TEFL Spring Sale!
- Thursday, 26th January, 2012
Want to kick-start your TEFL career this year? Cactus is offering discounts on an exciting range of international Trinity Cert TESOL and Cambridge CELTA courses starting this spring. With up to £190 off courses in the heart of London, Seville and Prague, there’s bound to be a course to suit every teacher. Simply click on the links below to find out more!
Last Spring Special Offer - book now!
4-week Cambridge CELTA Course in Prague - up to £190 OFF February-June
Previous offers you’ve missed:
4-week Cambridge CELTA Course in Seville - £59 OFF in February
4-week Trinity Cert TESOL Course in Barcelona - £85 OFF in March & April
4-week Trinity Cert TESOL Course in London - Only £845 in February & March
4-week Trinity Cert TESOL Course in London - Only £750 in March & April
Check our website regularly for our latest offers and courses: www.cactustefl.com
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Goodtoknow - January 2012
- Sunday, 1st January, 2012
Win! A Cactus language course
If you’ve always wanted to speak Spanish, French, Italian or German, now you can with our Cactus Language Training competition.
We’ve teamed up with Cactus Language Training to offer to 1 goodtoknow user and a friend, a 10-week evening language course in either Spanish, French, Italian or German at a local learning centre.
What better way to kick-start 2012 than by making a resolution to learn a new language?
You’ll be taught the 4 key areas of speaking, reading, writing and listening, with help from Cactus’ friendly and highly-qualified teachers. And with a choice of 12 language levels and over 40 locations around the UK, there is sure to be a course to suit everyone.
Every year Cactus helps more than 15,000 people learn over 30 languages in 60 countries and at 500 destinations worldwide.
To find out more about all our courses visit cactuslanguagetraining.com
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