National Qualifications

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

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The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) section of NQ Online provides support materials to aid the teaching and learning of students whose first language is not English.

News, events and feature articles are included to assist professional development.

Resources

NQ Online resource database

Go to the resource database for teaching materials at a range of levels (including NQ Curriculum Support titles), many of which can be downloaded free.

NQ Online subject web links

Go to NQ Online's directory of educational websites for a selection of subject web links for help with coursework, homework and revision.

Latest resources

Physical geography of Scotland

This resource is designed to support learners in the development of the skills required for the completion of the Intermediate 1 ESOL unit: Everyday Communication.

Everyday Communication - Skills Development

Exercises and audio files to support Skills Development at Intermediate 1.

Everyday Communication, Transactional and Study-related Contexts

Slides and support materials covering the above topics. For Intermediate 1.

Writing - All contexts

Three writing topics with a variety of tasks. For Higher.

Reading - All contexts

Four reading texts with a variety of tasks. For Higher.

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ESOL Scotland

Keep abreast of the latest ESOL news, upcoming courses and resources.

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