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Outstanding methods for both learning and teaching other languages. The energy and enthusiasm of Harry Cotton made it impossible to let the mind drift off to other matters. This course was superior to other courses as it was concise. There was no wasted time spent on valueless topics -- David

This was an excellent course. Far beyond what I expected. Thank you for a wonderful instructive week. The difference between this course and other courses that I've taken was that I retained far more in this course. I actually stayed awake throughout the five days which is amazing considering my sleeping problems. -- Student

I loved it! I totally can't imagine missing the opportunity to take this course after seeing what it's all about. I graduated in June 2006 from high school. I haven't really done other the courses but this makes the public school system seem so ridiculous. Like, why aren't they doing all these methods with the kids -- Chantel

Thanks for a wonderful week. There is no comparison. This course is like a shot in the arm. It was so easy to follow but not too basic to be boring, it kept my attention at all times. -- Emma

I found that my mind did not wander. That is quite an achievement for any teacher. I did not feel overwhelmed, despite the volume of information that I was given. In the past I have received instructions on what to teach. However, I've never been taught how to teach. This course gave me that confidence and ability. -- Peter

It really opened my eye to the limitless ways we can teach anyone, anything. It seemed to go by so quickly. I was astounded at how much I retained and how many ideas I was getting. I'm so excited! This has never happened to me before. -- Patricia

Well taught. Excellent presentation. Lively, never boring. Never boring. -- Wade

I wish all teachers I have ever had were as interesting and interested as Harry Cotton! I learned in five days what would have taken me two to five years at the University. -- Richie

There is no comparison. I have learned more in a week than in one year at my college. -- Savanna

Amazing! Truly is an experience I will never forget and is worth more -- far more -- than I paid. I am overwhelmed (in a good way) with what I've learned and I think Harry is the best person for it! Had tons of fun and thoroughly enjoyed every moment! College, or any other course, cannot compare to this. I have learned more in five days then I could have possibly imagined! I loved it and would do it all over again. I don't think many people could say that about College! -- Marian

I loved it! More enjoyable than I ever expected. I have never had my attention captivated for five days in any learning situation. I usually get distracted after the first half-hour. Excellent information. Excellent delivery. -- Alanna

All aspects of this course were very good! Danke Shon Herr Harry, Herr Jordan. -- Winston

I have learned more during one day of this course than during five years in university. -- Yana

Excellent program! I am very excited to use these methods to teach myself Portuguese, and possibly to teach others. The course was a confidence builder! I attended an Arabic class which I decided not to take after because it was boring and inefficient -- none of Dr. Cotton’s methods were used! -- Carmen

I've never learned so many useful and interesting teaching methods in so little time. And I don't think I ever will. Other courses are long, prices are high and they're very boring. This TESOL course was very practical and stimulating. -- Carolina

Stupendous!! I feel I actually learned something that I will use my life forever. -- Genea

It was beyond my wildest expectations. Harry was able to take the shyest people and make a teacher out of them -- we were all pumped and raring to go. We can't wait to use what we've learned! No comparison to anything I have ever done. This exceeds everything! It keeps you on the edge of your seat. -- Denise

Really enjoyed the class. Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! I started an online course before this course but the methods they encouraged me to use are completely the opposite to the methods I learned in this course. The ones suggested in this course are more lively, competent and effective, much easier to learn. -- Jocelyn

Absolutely fabulous! Exciting. Brilliant! Not one dull second! Mind opening! Adventurously different! Not a moment wasted! Thank you Harry! -- Taylor

My overall feeling after taking this course is... Happy! -- Philip

Actually, I felt since the second day of this course that I was qualified to teach. There is no comparison -- this is the best! -- Kevin

Overwhelmingly awesome. It cannot be compared. Any comparison would be unfair to almost any other courses. -- Andrew

Stimulating, not just interesting. Great energy. And don't change a single thing! Your sense of humor is refreshing! I learned more about human behavior and teaching and learning during this one week that I did in four years of university education. -- Ruzanna

Dr. Cotton is a phenomenal person, and this course was almost as amazing as him. I would not trade the time I spent here for anything! Thank you so much sincerely. -- Michael

Loved it! I especially enjoyed the emphasis on Nerolinguistics!! Above all, I thought Dr. Cotton’s passion and energy were contagious and tremendously helpful and enjoyable. I now consider myself ready to teach a TESOL class -- Natalie

Amazing, wonderful. The most educating course I've ever taken, really one of the best investments of time and energy and effort. All to help pay the bills and help people in the future. Compared to this course other courses are just a waste of time and money. -- Jason

This course was extraordinary and has given me a new perspective on the teaching profession. I've been enlightened. -- Sherice

This course was great! Much better than Oxford seminars! Fun, positive, encouraging, spontaneous. -- Maureen

This was a real confidence builder. Not overwhelmingly so, but appropriately motivating. I am excited about the possibilities of working less with less stress for the same money or even better. The language classes I took in high school were retarded in comparison. -- Student

Truly amazing! I never learned so much about how people think and learn anywhere else. This course was so much more interactive and stimulating. All the courses that I've taken prior to this for work and in college were all dry and conservative. -- Tina

I thought it was incredible. I enjoyed it, had a blast. It did not feel like a classroom setting. The class makes you feel like you want to learn more. It helped me be more confident in having teaching ability. I want to teach more! -- Trina

Wonderful exciting magnificent class that I will use daily with my students. It does not compare with any studies I've ever had. This was refreshing and stimulating. What a tool I now have for teaching students forever! -- Linda C.

This course was the most amazing one I've ever attended. I only wish I had this 30 years ago. So practical and easy to remember. I would love to take it over again. -- Susan

It is by far the funniest class that I can seriously say that I have taken. I have learned so much in such little time. I love your techniques. They are unforgettable. Thank you so much for your sense of humor. -- MC

Inspiring and motivating. The best!!! Other courses offer many facts but never give you the motivation and excitement to use them. So, they are useless. -- Mica

Great class. I learned a lot about teaching methods but also about how to be a good teacher. The class is great! It's one of those things you have to experience to know what it's like! Everything I learned after the 10th grade I've never used in life. Even if I don't become a teacher this will still be worth it. -- Jonathan

I'm very happy to have the opportunity to take this course. Never have I felt bored or annoyed during these five days. Your ways of getting our attention and keeping us on the edge of our seats was truly a delight. Very happy!! In high school, to make a long story short, I was bored. I took two courses of Japanese at two different schools. But it was very boring. Sitting in those classrooms made me wonder “why am I here?" This class is the only class that makes me say "that's why I'm here!” -- Student

My overall feelings and thoughts were... wow! I can teach someone a new language. I'm very excited and I think this course helped me in many ways to be a good teacher I would recommend this course to everybody because it was a lot of fun and a great experience. -- Peter

I was very well pleased. The methods I learned were nothing like anything I have ever learned before. The environment and the people in the course were great. Harry Cotton made this a great experience in learning. -- Joseph

I was unsure of my teaching ability before I took this course. I was actually bored with teaching. The new methods have made me feel much more able and confident in being able to teach other people. Fantastic course material, phenomenal teacher! Jordan was awesome as well! The course was amazingly energetic and interesting. Never a dull moment. Very practical teaching methods were presented. Unlike any other course I've ever taken. -- Donna

I absolutely loved it. I've never been so stimulated by any class in all my life. I came in feeling unsure, but am leaving knowing exactly what to do and feeling qualified to do it. I cannot say anything more but if it is at all humanly possible, take this course! Even if TESOL is not what you end up working at. Fabulous! -- Rachel

This was a wonderful experience. Other courses do not hold a candle to this course and at such a reasonable cost. -- Miriam

I feel like I have learned valuable information not only on how to teach but how to study as well. University is boring and almost always useless. -- Student

Loved it! Love the energy, the humor, hands-on assignments. I honestly feel that I can apply these methods for myself and for my students. Unlike any I've taken. -- Student

This class is completely awesome! It was more than I ever imagined it to be. I've never learned so much in one week before. This is definitely a course that will follow me for ever. Very awesome! -- Jennifer

I'm so grateful that this course was available. It was so much more fun than any other class out there. -- I have never had a more practical course in such short amount of time! It was an unforgettable experience! I have not taken any similar courses. Unlike university courses it was active, entertaining but very useful at the same time! -- Susan