Explore our seven calls to action for the new Government to integrate children who use EAL.
This course helps teaching assistants understand the challenges faced by learners using EAL and introduces practical support strategies.
This course for teaching assistants (TAs) working in international schools raises awareness of key issues around multilingualism and the experience of multilingual learners who need to learn English and learn through English at the same time. The course introduces practical, easy-to-use strategies for supporting English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners to develop the language skills they need to access the curriculum and fulfil their potential.
This course is suitable for all TAs in an international context, whether or not they speak English as a first language. Please note, a minimum Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level of B2 is recommended to fully engage with the course material.
All tutors are experienced teacher educators with substantial experience of teaching and assessing learners who use EAL in relevant contexts. Tutors are trained e-moderators and offer friendly, practical specialist support to all participants throughout the course.
Designed to work around your busy schedule, access the course material when you want, and choose to go at a pace that suits you.
You'll have opportunities to work with other course participants, course tutors and course material.
A certificate will be awarded for successful completion of the course.
All tutors are experienced teacher educators with substantial experience of teaching and assessing learners who use EAL in relevant contexts.