English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Online
This online course is designed to help non-native English speakers improve their language skills and confidence in using English for everyday life, professional growth, and further study. With 90 interactive modules, each requiring 30 minutes to complete, the course provides a comprehensive learning experience tailored to all proficiency levels, from beginner to advanced. The estimated total study time is 45 hours, and the course is structured into levels and themes to ensure smooth progression.
Applicants for this course must reside in Scotland.
Content
The course is divided into levels and thematic areas, covering essential aspects of the English language to support learners in various contexts.
1. Beginner Level (ESOL Entry Level)
Focus on foundational English skills for daily communication and basic literacy:
- Daily Routines
- Vocabulary – Animals, Colours, and Weather
- Eating Out
- Telling the Time
- Personal Care and Household Vocabulary
2. Elementary Level (ESOL EL2)
Build on basic knowledge with more complex grammar and vocabulary for practical use:
- Adjective Endings and Comparative Adjectives
- Imperatives and Irregular Verbs
- Subject-Verb Agreement
- Countable and Uncountable Nouns
- Prepositions of Time, Place, and Movement
3. Intermediate Level (ESOL EL3)
Enhance language proficiency for professional, academic, and social settings:
- Modal Verbs (Obligation, Possibility, and Future Use)
- Complex Sentence Structures – Compound and Relative Clauses
- Talking About the Past and Future
- Using Present Perfect for Experiences
- Conditional Tenses (First, Second, and Zero Conditionals)
4. Themes of Study Across All Levels
The ESOL course also incorporates key themes relevant to all learners:
- Grammar: Articles, Adjectives, and Tenses
- Vocabulary Development: Everyday Topics and Functional English
- Pronunciation: Stress, Intonation, and Clarity in Speech
- Functional Communication: Questioning, Clarification, and Expressing Opinions
- Cultural Contexts: Understanding Common Signs and Symbols
Progression
Completion of the ESOL course opens up opportunities for:
- Further English language study, including advanced ESOL qualifications.
- Entry into college or higher education programs.
- Employment in English-speaking workplaces.
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