Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages ...

Take your teaching profession to the next level and further your career prospects. The DELTA Module 1 preparation course will extend your knowledge of ‘teaching and learning’ and make you a more seasoned teacher.The DELTA is a globally recognized qualification for English language teachers.Who is it for?Teachers who want to advance their careers in English language teaching and become better practitioners. The DELTA is a most valued teaching qualification; it paves the way for you to be a teacher trainer, director of studies, or department manager.Teachers must have a good command of the English language (CEFR level C1-C2 or above). Teachers also must have at least one year's experience of teaching English.Course format:Course length: input sessions, once a weekOnline (asynchronous) input sessions, exam practice, online resources availableWhile the course is mainly self-study with an answer key provided, a tutor is available to give you advice and evaluate your task responses.Cambridge DELTA Module 1focuses on Understanding Language, Methodology & Resources for Teaching. This module focuses on extending and developing candidates’ knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning English in a range of contexts.The table below gives a summary of the content:TopicsContentTheoretical perspectives on language acquisition and language teaching•Historical and current theories of first and second language acquisition•How these theories influence teaching methodologies.Different teaching approaches and methodologies, including current developments•Teaching methodologies, both mainstream and experimental•The effectiveness of these methodologies in different learning environments.Language systems and learners’ linguistic problems•Features of language systems (e.g. meaning, form, pronunciation, and use)•Teaching methodology choices in language systems.Language skills and learners’ problems•Features of language skills (e.g. the subskills and strategies needed by learners)•Teaching methodology choices in language skills.Knowledge of resources, materials, and reference sources for language learning•The practical uses of a range of resources in a range of teaching contexts.Key assessment concepts and terminology•How to apply key assessment principles, such as validity and reliability, to classroom-based assessment.How you will be assessedThe candidate is expected to complete the assigned exam tasks every week. The final exam is held twice a year in June and December.Module 1: Written examinationPaperMarksTasksPaper 150 %Five tasksLabeling, short-answer, and longer written responsesPaper 250 %Three tasksLonger written responsesTo book your exam, please contact FUE, a Cambridge-accredited examination centre by email.Address: Future University in EgyptEnd of 90th Street5th Settlement, New CairoCairo, EgyptCall us: 16383 (ext. 4702, 4301)Mob number: 01099908564 - 01000482704

Topics	Content
Theoretical perspectives on language acquisition and language teaching	• Historical and current theories of first and second language acquisition • How these theories influence teaching methodologies.
Different teaching approaches and methodologies, including current developments	• Teaching methodologies, both mainstream and experimental • The effectiveness of these methodologies in different learning environments.
Language systems and learners’ linguistic problems	• Features of language systems (e.g. meaning, form, pronunciation, and use) • Teaching methodology choices in language systems.
Language skills and learners’ problems	• Features of language skills (e.g. the subskills and strategies needed by learners) • Teaching methodology choices in language skills.
Knowledge of resources, materials, and reference sources for language learning	• The practical uses of a range of resources in a range of teaching contexts.
Key assessment concepts and terminology	• How to apply key assessment principles, such as validity and reliability, to classroom-based assessment.