Qualification Purpose:

This unit explores the global significance of English and the fundamental principles that guide English language teaching today. Learners will analyse the status of English as a native, secondary, and international language, and understand the cultural, social, and economic motivations for learning English worldwide. It also introduces the historical development of the English language, including its Indo-European roots and Germanic structure, as well as its evolution under Romance language influence. A major focus is placed on modern teaching philosophies such as behaviourism, audiolingualism, the Natural Way, and humanistic approaches, and how these can be adapted to suit learners’ needs. By the end of this unit, learners will be equipped to make informed decisions about methodology selection and classroom strategies that support diverse learning styles and contexts.

This unit provides a comprehensive foundation in English grammar, focusing on its core structures and systems. Learners will explore the function of different word classes (nouns, verbs, adjectives, etc.), and develop a strong understanding of tense, person, number, and sentence structure. It also covers syntax and punctuation, encouraging learners to analyse how English sentences are constructed and how meaning is conveyed clearly and accurately. Attention is given to the types of clauses, common sentence constructions, and the role of punctuation across different contexts. The unit prepares aspiring teachers with the technical grammar knowledge required to confidently explain language use, support learners’ progression, and design grammatically sound activities.

Focusing on classroom delivery, this unit enables learners to plan and teach grammar effectively using the widely adopted PPP (Presentation, Practice, Production) model. Learners will explore lesson design strategies, elicit techniques, and how to adapt language to suit varying levels of learner competence. It also guides learners in selecting target structures for different learner levels—from beginner to advanced—and teaches how to differentiate between types of learner errors, including structural, phonological, and conceptual issues. Correction techniques such as finger correction, peer correction, and self-correction are covered in depth. This unit empowers future teachers to deliver meaningful grammar lessons that balance clarity, engagement, and real-life application.

This unit equips learners with a toolkit for teaching vocabulary in dynamic and learner-centred ways. It explores how vocabulary is grouped (e.g., lexical sets, collocation, association), and how strategies such as realia, mind maps, mime, dictionaries, and translation can enhance memory and context-based understanding. Learners will evaluate techniques for recycling vocabulary to reinforce retention and fluency, and investigate how to help learners distinguish between similar words, cognates, and false friends. Activities for dictionary use and vocabulary recall are designed and evaluated as part of the unit. This unit is essential for developing creative approaches to vocabulary instruction and building a strong lexical foundation in learners.

This unit delves into the key productive skills of language—speaking and writing—and how they can be developed in the classroom. Learners will distinguish between accuracy and fluency, plan appropriate speaking activities (e.g., roleplays, discussions, debates), and assess stages of written development, from guided to free writing. It also covers essential communication techniques such as interrupting, negotiating, persuading, and clarifying, while addressing how pronunciation and cohesion play a role in effective speaking. In writing, learners will explore task types, writing conventions, and how to mark and correct written work effectively. The unit aims to prepare teachers to support learners in becoming confident, expressive users of English across both spoken and written modes.

This unit explores the skills involved in receptive language acquisition—listening and reading—and how these can be taught effectively in the EFL classroom. Learners will analyse extensive vs. intensive listening, and techniques such as skimming, scanning, and identifying discourse markers. It also addresses how to evaluate reading materials, select level-appropriate content, and scaffold receptive skills development for elementary, intermediate, and advanced learners. Attention is given to the typical stages of reading development and how to adapt activities for comprehension and engagement. The unit empowers teachers to build learners’ confidence in interpreting written and spoken English by using diverse teaching strategies, real-world contexts, and purposeful material selection.

In this unit, learners explore the variety of teaching aids—both traditional and modern—that enhance the English language classroom. Topics include flashcards, realia, videos, feely bags, board work, and storytelling. Learners will assess when and how to use these resources appropriately and evaluate their impact on learner engagement. The unit also emphasises the value of authentic materials like newspapers and magazines in reinforcing relevance and cultural understanding. Learners are encouraged to justify the use of such resources and integrate them meaningfully into lesson planning. By the end of this unit, teachers will be able to make informed choices about selecting and adapting materials that cater to diverse learner needs and styles.

This unit focuses on Alearners Mandatory ability to teach English pronunciation effectively, using phonetics and phonology principles. Learners will become familiar with the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), stress and intonation patterns, and the mechanics of sound articulation. Key components include identifying and categorising phonemes, managing rhythm and sentence stress, and understanding how the first language can interfere with English pronunciation. The unit also explores corrective strategies and techniques for improving learner clarity and confidence. Teachers completing this unit will be able to analyse pronunciation challenges and apply targeted interventions that lead to improved oral fluency and comprehensibility.

This unit provides a framework for effective lesson planning. Learners will understand how to design structured lessons with clear aims, objectives, and outcomes that align with learner ability and context. It covers planning stages, learning modes (e.g. group work, peer learning), and adapting for mono-lingual and multi-lingual classrooms. The unit also examines the importance of lesson plan layout, interaction types, and the integration of feedback and self-appraisal. Learners will compare approaches to delivery and evaluate how their planning supports learner progression and motivation. This unit equips teachers with the planning tools and reflective skills to prepare high-quality, learner-centred lessons consistently.

Focusing on learners aged 5–16, this unit addresses the cognitive and emotional needs of young English learners. It examines how language acquisition develops across age groups and how to motivate younger students using age-appropriate methods and materials. Learners will explore developmental theories, lesson design for early years and teenage learners, and how to manage classroom dynamics in a supportive, stimulating environment. The unit also includes strategies for classroom management and differentiating instruction for varying maturity and language levels. By the end, teachers will be equipped to engage and inspire young learners through creative, tailored lessons that foster a love for language learning from an early age.

This unit focuses on how to select, adapt, and evaluate resources to support effective English language teaching. Learners will explore a wide range of materials including textbooks, digital platforms, internet-based content, authentic resources, and supplementary aids like flashcards and videos. The unit also explores how to plan schemes of work using available resources and how to ensure materials align with learning objectives, language levels, and individual learner needs. Special attention is paid to digital literacy, critical evaluation of resource credibility, and the balance between classroom-based and online learning. By the end of the unit, teachers will be confident in sourcing and integrating purposeful materials that enhance engagement, promote learner autonomy, and support sustained language acquisition across various settings and platforms.