On September 28, classes began for the 12-week ” Professional Development Program for Maritime English Instructors”, with the participation of lecturers from English in Marine Department of KSMA.
The program is being implemented as part of the Virtual English Language Educator Program initiative, supported by the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy.
Over the course of three months, participants will work on enhancing their professional and methodological competencies, mastering modern approaches to teaching English, and developing skills for creating effective lessons.
The program covers:
🔹 modern teaching methodologies;
🔹 language skill development and interactive learning activities;
🔹 working with maritime educational materials;
🔹 lesson planning and assessment methods;
🔹 practical integration of acquired knowledge into professional practice.
Participation in the program represents a significant step toward improving the quality of Maritime English instruction and fostering international academic cooperation.