CLIL Coaching course
What is the course about?
During this inspiring and practical CLIL coaching course, you will work on refining your skills as a CLIL coach. At the start of the course, we will identify what is relevant for the group and make sure these topics are addressed. Examples include: An open listening attitude, enabling you to summarise accurately what your conversation partner is saying and to ask effective follow-up questions.
Using the non-verbal layer in conversations by becoming more aware of your own non-verbal signals and those of others. During the course, you will discover how to shape the role of CLIL coach successfully. We will always look specifically at your needs in relation to the context of your own school. This will give you a clear idea of how you want to support your colleagues effectively, contribute to lesson design, provide support from a CLIL perspective, observe CLIL lessons and give constructive feedback afterwards. You will also learn how to keep track of the needs and development of the bilingual education department.
We will also focus on developing CLIL skills within your team. In what way do you want to, and can you, play a role in further professionalising your school in the field of CLIL? Would CLIL inspiration sessions or safe-space meetings be helpful? Or would you prefer to set up a monthly CLIL café? During this course, you will explore the possibilities and discover which options suit both you and your school.
What will I gain from this course as a professional?
After completing this CLIL coaching course, you will have improved your conversation techniques. You will also have refreshed and deepened your understanding of various fundamental coaching skills, and you will have learned to work with Rosie Tanner’s ALACT model. As a CLIL coach, you may encounter dilemmas or questions from your colleagues, such as:
- How can I encourage my class to speak more English?
- How can I use CLIL effectively in my lessons?
- How can I give effective feedback on students’ English if I am not a language teacher?
You may also face challenges yourself, such as motivating a colleague who is resistant to the CLIL approach, giving constructive feedback to colleagues, or actively raising awareness of your school’s CLIL policy. All of these aspects will be addressed during the sessions. We will discuss a range of practical case studies so that participants can learn from one another.
Upon completion, you will receive a certificate, provided you have attended sufficiently and successfully completed the assignments.
Is this course for you?
This course is designed for:
- CLIL coaches
- TTO coordinators
- Experienced CLIL teachers
Education for professionals at Utrecht University
When you take this course, you are assured of high-quality education at our broad-based, internationally oriented research university. In addition, we are the only university in the Netherlands conducting scientific research into how professionals learn. This means you can be confident that our teaching approach is specifically tailored to your needs as a professional.
Within our range of programmes for professionals, our leading academics share their latest knowledge with you. At the same time, participants contribute their own practical expertise, creating new insights that you can apply directly in your work. By taking part, you will also become part of a relevant professional network.
Incompany CLIL-coaching course
We also offer this CLIL coaching course in-company. Would you like to work with your colleagues on improving your CLIL coaching skills? Please contact us. We would be happy to help you develop a tailored programme that meets your needs. Send an email to:onderwijsadviesentraining@uu.nl
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Date | Time | On-site / online | |
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1 | Wednesday 23 September 2026 | 10:00 - 15:00 | On-site |
2 | Monday 12 October 2026 | 10:00 - 15:00 | On-site |
3 | Wednesday 4 November 2026 | One-hour online session in pairs | Online |
4 | Monday 23 November 2026 | 10:00 - 15:00 | On-site |
Incompany / customized course?
We also provide this course incompany, and customized if desired. Are you curious about the possibilities? Please contact us. We are happy to think along with you.
Questions?
Do you have questions? First check whether your question is answered in the FAQ below. If not, please contact us at: onderwijsadviesentraining@uu.nl or +31 (0)30 253 2261.
About Education development & training
Education development & training supports education professionals throughout their careers. We provide tailored solutions for educational challenges and offer educational advice to schools and programmes. We connect knowledge from science with educational practice to arrive at new perspectives. Education Development & Training is part of Utrecht University. Payment and cancellation terms and conditions apply to all services.
General questions about Education for Professionals
Do you have a general question about Education for Professionals at Utrecht University? The best way to contact us is by emailing: professionals@uu.nl. You can also call us on weekdays at +31 (0)30 253 1018.
Questions about your career or a programme
Do you have questions about your career or a programme? Our Lifelong Learning programme advisor, Afke van der Velden, will be happy to help you via: a.i.s.vandervelden@uu.nl.
Payment and cancellation terms
Payment and cancellation terms and conditions apply to all services provided by Education Development & Training
How do I sign up?
Great to hear you’re interested in the CLIL coaching course. You can register via the registration button.
There are no admission requirements. Before the course starts, Dr. Marjolein will contact you by email to get a better understanding of the participants’ different backgrounds, so the course can be tailored accordingly.
It is possible to sign up until 17 September 2026