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The Cambridge Modular DELTA

 

Following a comprehensive review of Delta, Cambridge ESOL has introduced a revised syllabus comprising 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:

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 working with language learners in a variety of learning
contexts
• preparation for teaching learners of English

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 evaluation, selection and use of resources and materials
for teaching purposes
• 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:

 

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 a chosen specialist area
• curriculum and syllabus design principles

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 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:

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 have a first degree
• have some formal training in ELT

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 have a minimum of two years full-time (1200 hours) teaching experience of ELT to adults within the last five years

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 have a range of teaching experience involving work in different teaching contexts and experience of teaching learners at different levels

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 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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