Online Professional English Network (OPEN) Scholarship Program for Summer 2023
Deadline: 8am. Monday, April 17, 2023.
Virtual Learning Opportunities for foreign English teachers and professionals
The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Ulaanbaatar is now accepting applications for the Spring term Online Professional English Network (OPEN) Scholarship Program.
The OPEN Program offers 8-week professional development courses developed by U.S. universities on topics such as Developing and Teaching Academic Writing Courses, Creating and Implementing Online Courses (CIOC), Fostering Student Motivation and Engagement (FSME), TESOL Methodology, Professional Development for Teacher Trainers, and Integrating Critical Thinking into the Classroom.
All courses use the latest in instructional technology to provide participants with an interactive distance-learning experience and are designed to familiarize participating teachers with current methods and issues in the field of English as a Foreign Language. The OPEN Program also connects participants with U.S. English language teaching experts and creates a professional network of international colleagues.
How to apply
Please submit following documents by e-mail to englishprograms@usembassy.mn before the due date of 8am. Monday, April 17, 2023.
- Completed application form with statement of purpose
- Up-to-date CV
Only complete applications along with CV will be considered for the program.
The application form and the Spring OPEN program course description can be downloaded here.
We are accepting applications for:
Summer term (Term begins July 11, 2023; Orientation course available June 5 – 30, 2023)
The courses available
- Teaching Grammar Communicatively
- Developing and Teaching Academic Writing
- Integrating Critical Thinking Skills
- TESOL Methodology
- Professional Development for Teacher Trainers
- Using Educational Technology
- Teaching English to Young Learners
- Creating and Implementing Online Courses
- Fostering Student Engagement and Motivation
Eligibility
To be eligible, the applicant must:
- Be a citizen of and reside in the nominating country at the time of the course
- Not hold dual citizenship in the United States
- Have basic technology skills related to creating usernames and passwords, using credentials to log in to secured websites, using email, searching the internet, and accessing and managing electronic files
- Have the ability to complete academic work at a U.S. university level (an advanced level of reading and writing in English, roughly equivalent to CEFR B2)
- Have at least 8-10 hours per week available to complete coursework
- Have regular access to a reliable, internet-enabled device
- Have the ability to type in English well enough to participate in online discussions and submit written assignments in a timely manner
