Scholarship · Training · Impact
Elevating English
Language Education
Worldwide
Professor Christopher Korten partners with universities, schools, and organizations across five continents to transform how English is taught, learned, and assessed.
Trusted by Leading Institutions
About
An International Career in Language Education
A graduate of the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge, Professor Christopher Korten brings together history, culture, and language in his work as a teacher trainer, lecturer, and consultant. Affiliated with Adam Mickiewicz University, his career spans university faculties and language institutions across five continents.
Over 2,000 ESL educators trained across institutional and conference settings on five continents.
Regular keynote speaker at major EFL, ESL, and TESOL conferences, with guest lectures in history and language at the world's top universities.
Consulting engagements with 50+ institutions — program design, curriculum audits, and accreditation support.
Professional experience spanning 20+ years across Europe, the United States, and Central Asia.
How We Work With You
Tailored support for educators, institutions, businesses, and professionals.
Teacher Training
Workshops, intensives, and multi-week programmes for in-service and pre-service ESL educators worldwide.
Business & Professional English
Corporate workshops, executive coaching, and team training in business English, leadership communication, and presentation skills.
Lectures & Keynotes
Conference keynotes and guest lectures at EFL, ESL, TESOL, corporate, and university events across five continents.
Institutional Consulting
Programme design, curriculum audits, and quality assurance for language schools, university faculties, and corporate learning teams.
Upcoming Events
Workshops, masterclasses, keynotes, and intensive programmes — in person and online.
Teacher Training — Ferghana
Ferghana, Uzbekistan
May 24, 2026
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Guest Lectures at Kokand University
Kokand University, Kokand, Uzbekistan
May 26 – June 2, 2026
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One-Day Teacher Training: Communicative Methods
International Kazakh-Turkish University, Turkistan, Kazakhstan
May 30, 2026
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Immersive English Food Tour
Tbilisi, Georgia
June 24–28, 2026
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IELTS Teacher Training: How to Teach IELTS
Online · Live Interactive Sessions
July 9–11, 2026
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TOEFL Teacher Training
Online
July 17–18, 2026
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5-Day English Immersive Retreat for Adults, Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, Argentina
September 10–14, 2026
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IELTS Retreat for Teachers
Aghveran, Armenia
October 2–4, 2026
Details →Explore Our Courses
Structured learning pathways for students, professionals, and teachers.
IELTS Preparation Course
Skills-based exam preparation with 16 live meetings, homework, materials, and personal feedback from Professor Korten.
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AI Professional English
Combine English development with practical AI proficiency for the modern workplace — taught live by Professor Korten.
Learn more →Pronunciation Mastery
32 recorded lessons with personal audio feedback from Professor Korten. Master stress, intonation, and connected speech.
Learn more →Resources & Publications
Teaching materials, professional booklets, and academic publications — built from real classroom experience.
Professional BookletIELTS Skills Booklet for Students
A practical student guide to IELTS writing and speaking with skills-based exercises and model answers.
Teacher GuideHow to Teach Skills and Score in the IELTS
A comprehensive teacher's guide to delivering IELTS preparation that develops transferable skills alongside exam technique.
Academic PublicationThe Cambridge History of the Papacy, Volume II
A major contribution to Cambridge University Press, reflecting Professor Korten's broader scholarly profile.
Innovation Portfolio
Purpose-built platforms and initiatives expanding the reach and impact of quality English language education.
Follow the Work
Join a combined audience approaching one million across nine platforms.
Featured Video
YouTube embed — lecture or event highlight
What Partners & Participants Say
“Our students didn't want him to leave. They learned more about writing in one meeting than most do in an entire semester.
“His presence on our campus drew in students from across the university — even those who did not have the good fortune to take his classes.
“Students loved his classes and got a lot out of them.
“Engaging, insightful, and interactive.
“His training was brilliantly simple, yet deeply educational — both students and faculty enjoyed his sessions.
“His approach is deeply engaging — the time flew by.
“His training was engaging and informative, even for the expert English speakers and trainers in our company.
“Professor Korten's classes were my favorite.
Ready to Collaborate?
For conference keynotes, teacher training workshops, institutional consulting, or academic collaborations — reach out to start the conversation.