Subjects

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

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.

News

New interactive ESOL learning and teaching materials
27 February 2008
The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has developed a new ESOL e-learning CD in partnership with BTL Group Ltd. Copies of the CD were sent in February to all centres that offer ESOL qualifications. These materials will help schools, colleges and community learning centres prepare and deliver units and courses as well as providing support for independent or blended learning.

Events

Trinity College London - Certificate in the Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Language (TESOL)
27 August 2008
Details of a course which provides an opportunity to gain one of only two internationally recognised initial certificates in teaching English to speakers of other languages.