Course code: OLPAM Level: 7
If your career involves educating other people and you’d like to improve your professional expertise or progress into a more senior role, our online Postgraduate Certificate in Education (English for Speakers of Other Languages) is designed to help you.
The Education (English for Speakers of Other Languages) pathway is designed to meet the interests of both novice and experienced teachers of:
– English as a Second Language (ESL)
– English as a Foreign Language (EFL)
– those teaching international students and immigrant groups within Community, FE and HE (ESOL/ EAP/EGAP)
– those involved in teaching non-native speakers of English within the private and state school sectors and work based contexts (EFL/EAL/ESOL/ESP).
It provides students with a strong theoretical and practical foundation, touching on such areas as applied linguistics, language acquisition, ESL/EFL classroom methods, testing, cross-cultural considerations and English as a Global Language.
Our modules will encourage you to consider ways of understanding language learning processes, and expand your awareness of the approaches and principles, models and pedagogies, alongside policies that support or influence successful English Language Teaching (ELT) across a range of local, national and international contexts.
To complete the Postgraduate Certificate Education (English for Speakers of Other Languages) you will need to complete a total of 60 credits by studying the three core 20 credit modules below:
(NB: Pathways and modules run subject to scheduling and student numbers)
Modules:
Core
– Masterly Academic Practices
Code:7PE540
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This module will identify and develop the key personal and academic competencies associated with successful study at Masters Level in a rapidly changing global context of educational change.
On successful completion of this module, you will be able to develop a reflexive approach to personal and academic competencies required for successful study of Education at Masters Level; apply personal and academic competencies to Master Level requirements in the Study of Education.
This module includes four main areas of focus, all appropriate for study at Masters level:
– Reflective thought and practice to develop independence and autonomy
– Skills of academic literacy, including abilities of criticality, evaluation and synthesis
– Knowledge and understanding of academic numeracy
– Skills of technological approaches to research.
Credits:20
Stage:Core
Core:Core module
Optional
– Language Learning: Theory and Practice
Code:7PE548
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The aim of this module is to engage you with theories and debates surrounding lifelong learning and to undertake research and apply your findings to your professional practice.
This module will focus on three key strands of investigation:
– Principal theories and concepts of Lifelong Learning
– Critical review of current literature and practices in the arena of Lifelong Learning
– Interpretations of, and issues associated with Lifelong Learning in contemporary settings.
On Successful completion of this module, you will be able to discuss concepts, theories and debates surrounding lifelong learning through a critical review of academically relevant and valid literature; Demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of lifelong learning by critically reviewing an aspect of practice within your professional context.
Credits:20
Stage:Optional
Core:Optional module
– Principles of English Language Teaching
Code:7PE547
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This module will draw on a range of theoretical approaches and methods which inform the practice of English language teaching.
A number of approaches that have been developed over recent years will be explored, including:
– Communicative approach
– Task based Learning (TBL) approach
– Content Integrated Language Learning (CILC).
On successful completion of this module, you will be able to critically evaluate a range of theoretical approaches and teaching methods used in the language classroom; to reflect on these in order to make recommendations for sustainable pedagogical practice.
Credits:20
Stage:Optional
Core:Optional module
You will usually need to have either:
- a good undergraduate degree (2:2 or above) or an equivalent level 6 qualification (Equivalent overseas qualifications which will be verified by NARIC)
- be currently working within the education arena.
OR
- Level 5 teaching qualification plus evidence of five years’ teaching experience within an institution may be considered
- be currently working within the education arena.
You will be asked to provide a CV/Resume detailing your academic and work experience.
English language qualifications
You will normally need one of the following English Language qualifications:
- GCE O level English Language: Grade C
- GCSE English: Grade C
If English is not your first language you will need an English language qualification. For this course you will need at least one of the following:
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL 550 (paper based) 213 (computer based) or 80 (internet based)
- Pearson Test of Academic English: 51
- Cambridge Advanced Certificate: Pass
- London Tests of English: we accept level 5 for postgraduate courses
- International GCE O Level English Language: Grade C
- International GCSE English/English as a Second Language: Grade C.
Other English Language qualifications may be accepted and you should provide full details of these with your application.
Specialist online university
University of Derby Online Learning (UDOL) specialises in delivering higher education and its objective is to empower students to achieve their full potential through a first class educational experience supported by information, advice and guidance.
University experience enriched with support
UDOL recognises that studying online and at a distance comes with its own challenges and that it’s a very different experience to traditional campus based study. The university´s support services have been designed to ensure that you can make the most of your time at the UDOL; with a wide range of support and information readily accessible.
Student support services include:
– Academic Team and Online Tutor
– Online Learner Advisor
– Student Wellbeing
– IT Service Centre
– eLibrary and Resource Centre
– Study Skills Advisory Scheme
– Skills Diagnostic Self-Assessment Tool
– Careers and Employment Service
Read more below:
Academic Team and Online Tutor
UDOL has a large team of highly qualified academics from around the world, who are experts in their field. They are research active and many of them have a wealth of experience in industry as well as in academia, bringing great value to the programmes. The team also has a high level of expertise in online learning, using best practice techniques combined with online teaching methods to ensure your studies are rich and stimulating.
Online Learner Advisors
Once enrolled onto your course, you will be assigned a dedicated Online Learner Advisor with extensive knowledge of your programme, who will be your main point of contact throughout your course.
To help you succeed in reaching your academic goals, your Online Learner Advisor will maintain regular communication with you, offering advice and guidance for any non-academic issues such as pace of study, fees and funding, authorised breaks from study, dealing with exceptional circumstances, and much more.
Student Wellbeing
Achieving success in your studies is affected as much by your wellbeing as it is by your academic ability. If you are happy and confident within yourself and your environment, then you will be far more able to achieve the success that you deserve.
The Student Wellbeing services offer support for anything that may impact on you, your academic performance or your experience as a student, from budgeting and anxiety to managing serious problems. The counsellors are especially trained in supporting students online, no matter the issue.
For students with disabilities, learning difficulties or long-term or mental health conditions, specialist support is also available. The student wellbeing team will assess your requirements and put Support Plans in place containing reasonable adjustments to the way you are taught or assessed.
IT Service Centre
The IT Service Centre is able to provide assistance if you are experiencing technical difficulties. They are available 24 hours a day so no matter your time zone, IT support is just a call away.
eLibrary and Resource Centre
The University’s library is accessible to online and distance learners. Investment has been made to make sure that your reading lists are in electronic format and that there is a wide range of online databases, digital texts and ejournals available to you.
As a UK based University of Derby student, you can also access other libraries via the SCONUL Access Scheme, which enables materials to be borrowed from higher-education libraries across the country. Many universities, HE colleges and national libraries throughout the UK and Ireland participate in the scheme making their resources widely available.
The library runs a comprehensive schedule of Support Sessions covering a wide range of topics. These live, one hourly webinars cover topics such as study skills, using the virtual library enquiry desk and dealing with assessment anxiety.
Study Skills Advisory Scheme
Developing your study skills is an integral part of studying. It is particularly important if you are returning to study after a long break and lack confidence in this area.
There is a wide range of resources including guides, audio-visual tutorials and live webinars covering:
– Writing essays and reports
– Writing a dissertation or Independent Studies
– Citing and referencing
– Reading and note taking
– Research skills
– Time management and coping with pressure
– Reflection and personal development planning
– And much more…
Skills Diagnostic Self-Assessment tool
To ensure you have the skills needed for online and academic study, our unique study skills diagnostic tool gives you the opportunity, at any point of your studies, to identify the skills that you are strong at and those which you may need additional help with. The tool will direct you to information and assisted support according to your needs.
Careers and Employment Service
Whether you’re just starting your career or are on a well-established pathway, the Careers and Employment Service has lots to offers. Live webinars, career coaching, CV tailoring and online resources are just some of the services that are freely available to help you develop your employability skills and to plan your next career move. The Careers and Employment service is equipped to help you explore what you will need to do to enhance your career and support you in applying for roles.
As an Alumnus of the University, you will have access to the Careers and Employment Centre for up to 3 years after graduation. You can access the service online, over Skype/ Hangout, on the phone, through e-mail or in person at our Derby campus.
-Step 1- Start your online application.
It’s free to apply and you have 28 days to complete your application so don’t worry if you don’t have everything to hand right now.
-Step 2 – Submit your online application.
Provide as much detail as you can and we will send you an email acknowledging receipt of your application.
Please, attach the following documents to your online application:
– Photo ID – this could be your passport or driving licence
– Written reference supplied on headed paper from either a manager, supervisor, tutor or teacher
– Copies of certificates or letter of testimony for previous qualifications
Don’t worry if you can’t attach your documents right away. Simply write your name and unique application id onto them, email, fax or post them to us after you’ve submitted your completed application.
-Step 3 – Wait for a response.
Our Online Learning Advisors will review your application and contact you within 1 working week. If your application is successful, we will make you an ‘unconditional’ offer. If we still need some additional information from you (eg evidence of your qualifications and experience including certificates and references) we may make you a conditional offer. If your application is unsuccessful on this occasion, we will email you to let you know.
-Step 4 – Time to enrol
We’ll ask you to enrol onto your course about 4 – 6 weeks before the start of term. For example, if you apply to start your course in September enrolment will open approximately mid-August.
-Step 5 – … and pay
Contact us for more details about payments and notes for sponsors.
-Need Help?
If you have any questions during your application, don’t hesitate to contact your friendly Online Learning Advisors for assistance.
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