Additional Diploma in Teaching English (ESOL or Literacy) in the Lifelong Learning Sector

This programme is approved by Lifelong Learning UK (LLUK) and aims to provide in-service qualified teachers of Adult Literacy or English as a Second Language (ESOL) with a subject specialist qualification which all teachers of ESOL and Literacy are required to hold by 2010.

The first course, ESOL, Literacy and the Learners is at level four and focuses on the grammar, lexis and phonology in the English language. It also takes into account the personal, social, cultural and historical factors affecting the use of English and language learning as well as providing opportunities for participants to demonstrate their own skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing

The second course, Literacy /ESOL theories and frameworks, is at level five and considers factors that influence and shape the use of language or literacy, encouraging participants to identify and explore their individual needs as specialist teachers of adult literacy or ESOL and to provide opportunities for research and investigation.

The third course, ESOL/Literacy Teaching and Learning is at level five and runs throughout the programme. It involves the development of a teaching practice portfolio which demonstrates practical application of the theories covered in the other two courses, and includes four practical teaching assessments in participant's institutions. Evidence for this portfolio is expected to be compiled through the mandatory 75 hours of teaching practice which trainees must undertake at a minimum of two SfL levels. 

Aims of the programme

• To develop the skills and confidence of Adult Literacy and ESOL teachers in demonstrating and applying their knowledge of the theoretical frameworks of grammar, lexis and phonology involved in the study of English language
• To develop teachers' pedagogical skills which acknowledge the learner's prior experience and perceptual skills and build upon existing skills, taking account of all levels of the core curriculum
• To encourage participants to explore their individual needs as specialist
  literacy teachers and provide opportunities for relevant research,scholarship
  and reflection upon their practice

Courses

• ESOL,Literacy and the Learners
• Literacy/ESOL theories and Frameworks
• ESOL/LiteracyTeaching and Learning

Applicants should already be in a teaching position and must be able to identify a mentor who is suitably qualified/experienced in their place of work.