CAMBRIDGE MODULAR DELTA

June 2011 Results

Module 1: 7 Passes - 2 with Merit
Module 2: 7 Passes - 1 with Distinction, 2 with Merit
Module 3: 5 Passes - 4 with Merit

The DELTA syllabus has three modules
Module One focuses on the background to teaching and learning
Module Two focuses on developing professional practice
Module Three focuses on a specialist option (e.g. Young Learners, ESP, 1-1)

Module One
Understanding Language Skills for Teaching (20 credits)
This module looks at the theories behind how people learn languages and how
they are taught
Units:
theoretical perspectives on language acquisition and language learning
different approaches and methodologies including current developments
language systems and learners’ linguistic problems
language skills and learner’s problems
knowledge of resources, materials and reference sources
key concepts and terminology related to assessment

Assessment
Module One is assessed via a written examination.

Module Two
Developing Professional Practice (20 credits)
This module looks at the theory and practice of teaching and the different ways that environment, society and cultural affect the way that it works.
Units:
working with language learners in a variety of learning contexts
preparation for teaching learners of English
managing and supporting learning
evaluation of lesson preparation and teaching
observation and evaluation of other teachers’ lessons
professionalism and professional development

Assessment
Module Two is assessed via a portfolio of coursework, including observed lessons, background written assignments, and an externally-assessed lesson observation

Module Three
Extending practice and English language teaching specialisation (20 credits)
Units:
a chosen specialist area
curriculum and syllabus design principles
evaluation, selection and use of resources and materials for teaching purposes
different types of syllabus
approaches to needs analysis
course design and evaluation
assessment of learners

Assessment
Module Three is assessed via an extended written assignment.

 

DELTA Entry requirements
 The University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES) 'Syllabus and Assessment Guidelines' stipulate that a candidate will normally:
have a first degree
have some formal training in ELT
have a minimum of two years full-time (1200 hours) teaching experience of ELT to adults within the last five years
have a range of teaching experience involving work in different teaching contexts and experience of teaching learners at different levels
have a level of awareness and competence in English sufficient to complete all components of the course
be at least 21 years old

DELTA Selection procedure
Selection of candidates is based on the completion of the application form, pre-interview tasks, formal written task and an interview. Interviews are conducted at International House Madrid or by telephone. Acceptance on the course is by no means automatic: a rigorous selection process is undertaken in the interest of candidates in order to ensure their suitability and a high degree of success on the course. Acceptance is at the discretion of the centre.

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