PDA Introduction to Tutoring ESOL (ITESOL)

Course description

This course consists of two SQA units: Language & Learning in ESOL and Developing ESOL Tutoring Skills. It is designed to provide those who are new to ESOL with the basic necessary skills and knowledge to deliver ESOL in a supported context. As well as introducing key terminology, it will provide learners with opportunities to explore the nature of language from a learner’s perspective. This is a practical course and in Semester 2 learners will plan and deliver short tutoring sessions. Classes include a combination of live lessons, study groups, tasks and one-to-one tutorials. Additional tasks include research, reflection & lesson prep. Learners who live in/near Dundee will be given the opportunity to observe experienced teachers and to gain valuable skills by working as volunteers in our ESOL classes (subject to Covid regulations). Downloadable Introduction to Tutoring ESOL information sheet - https://dundeeandangus.ac.uk/media/4030/online-pda-itesol-info-sheet.pdf. Assessed through a range of written assessments, oral presentations, closed book tests and a portfolio of observation records and lesson planning and evaluation. This can be the first step of a career in TESOL / TEFL, teaching in the community or working as a volunteer. Successful learners can go on to further teacher training & are guaranteed an interview for the Cambridge CELTA course.