ESOL: First Steps to Learning
Tutor:
TBC
Start date:
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Days:
Mondays & Wednesdays
Times:
10:00 - 12:30 pm
Duration:
10 weeks
Level:
Beginner

What is the course about?In this course you will learn how to read social signs, notices, and basic text. You will learn how to write the letters of the alphabet, personal information, simple sentences, and you will develop skills to help you read new words. You will also learn how to identify, read, write numbers, and mathematical signs including money and common calculations. The class is a supportive one and you will be encouraged to work at your own pace with support from your tutor |
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Is a pre-enrolment interview or assessment required for this course?Yes, you will need to do a pre-course assessment to establish your level of English before enrolling onto the course. |
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What level is the course and do I require particular skills, experience or prior qualifications?This is a pre-entry ESOL class for complete beginners aged over 19 years old. You are just starting to learn English and you may have little to no literacy. |
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What topics does the course cover?We will focus on:
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How will I be taught and assessed? Will there be any work outside the class?You will learn in a supportive and welcoming environment. The tutor will help you discover rules and features of English. There will be lots of practice. There will be speaking and listening, reading and writing, with different activities and games as well as videos and other recordings. You will work in pairs or small groups, and sometimes as a whole class. Your tutor will also work with you individually. Everything that you learn will help you in your daily life. You will need to do some homework every week |
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Are there any other costs or equipment I need to get?You will need a pen, some lined A4 paper and a file to keep your work in. Your tutor will provide handouts and worksheets and let you know if there are any other resources that you might need to get. |
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What will I achieve?By the end of the course you should be able to:
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When I finish, what should I be able to do next?There are few courses you can do after this course. These include:
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Register your interest
The course is FREE if you meet certain criteria.