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Citizenship materials for ESOL learners
Essential citizenship materials for ESOL teachers which aim to develop the learner's knowledge of life in the UK. Use of these materials is now a Home Office requirement if the learner wishes to apply for UK citizenship.

DfES: ESOL learning materials
Free downloadable materials for the English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) strands of the Department for Education and Skills (DfES), Skills for Life strategy. Files include learners and teachers notes for Entry 1-3 and Levels 1 and 2 as well as additional reference material.

ESOL Scotland
Keep updated on National ESOL information such as the adult ESOL strategy for Scotland, the new National ESOL Panel, ESOL courses across Scotland and professional development opportunities for ESOL practitioners.

Scottish Association for the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language (SATEFL)
This forum provides teachers with an opportunity to exchange ideas and attend regular meetings and conferences to share their experiences. SATEFL also provides newsletters and publications relevant to ESOL.

SQA: English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
The Scottish Qualification Authority's English for Speakers of Other Languages website provides information for centres and learners involved in the various ESOL qualifications.

UsingEnglish.com - Resources for English as a Second Language
General English language site that specializes in ESOL. There are a wide range of resources available as well as articles, discussion forums and ESL tests and Quizzes.

UsingEnglish.com: ESOL Teacher Handouts
Free English worksheets with printable handouts for ESOL teachers to use with learners. The grammar and vocabulary worksheets come at both beginner and intermediate levels.

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