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JohnMARS · Joined: 20 Jul 2006 Posts: 4

I have been looking into TEFL schools in Costa Rica for quite some time. SIT TESOL from what I have read from this sight seems to be a quality program. I have also looked at TEFL International and World TEFL School. My question is does anyone have any knowledge about the last two schools I mentioned? Both are in Manuel Anotonio, seem to have quality accreditation, and are about the same price. Thanks and I hope to be in Costa Rica before November.

John

pollitatica · Joined: 20 Sep 2005 Posts: 82

I don't personally have experience with either, however.... there are so many mixed views on TEFL international. Search through the teacher training forum. I know there have been some heated debates over there.

With that said, I have heard NOTHING but good things about the SIT program. I'd go with that one if I were you.

snorklequeen · Posted: Mon Aug 07, 2006 3:03 am Post subject: SIT course

if you do a search for "El Invu" you will find comments from people who have taken the course there; i emailed a number of those people [about 6] about the course about 3-4 months ago, and they all gave glowing reports

cheers,

Queenie

JohnMARS · Joined: 20 Jul 2006 Posts: 4

Thanks for the responses. I have made plans to go to the SIT course at the end of August and am excited to get to Costa Rica.

snorklequeen · Posted: Sun Aug 13, 2006 5:44 am Post subject: El Invu

please let us know what you think of the course, whatever details you want to share, and as much as you want to share. it sounds like a great program! lucky you!

cheers,

Queenie

Robinw81 · Joined: 20 Jul 2006 Posts: 7 Location: USA

JohnMARS, I'm attending the Aug. 27th course too! Did you know only 8 ppl will be in the course this time? I spoke with Ms. Mary on the phone yesterday and she told me. Should be some quality teacher-student time! Are you bringing anything from home to use in teaching? Like props or anything?

lbennett14 · Joined: 20 Sep 2006 Posts: 12

I attended the course in November 2004, and it was a wonderful experience. I think the perk is that it's located in a small quiet town where you have time to study, and the serenity of nature around you. The instructors were also great, and it's through a repudible (spelling) school. I believe the other school in Costa Rica is not affiliated with any professional program. My opinion.