ENL-20007 - Module Specification
Language Centre
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2025/26

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2025/26

This is the second module of three leading to the Trinity College (London) Certificate in TESOL. This module builds on skills and knowledge presented in module 1 and continues to develop an understanding of English language structures whilst introducing the English language sound system. This module examines the types of errors learners make, why they may make them and what practical techniques we can use to help our learners. You will also work with a learner on a one-to-one basis to analyse their needs and plan and teach a lesson. During this module, students will continue their teaching practice in the classroom with non-native English speaking students.

To further develop students awareness of the main phonological, lexical and syntactic features of contemporary spoken and written English.
To further develop students' understanding of the field of English language teaching and practice in a variety of language teaching methods.
To further develop skills in teaching practice and classroom management including observing experienced teachers and teaching practice.
To give practical experience of assessing a learner's skills, designing materials and designing a syllabus when working with a learner on a one-to-one basis

Intended Learning Outcomes

plan and deliver basic lessons using mainstream language teaching methodology and reflect upon their efficacy
: 1,2
analyse the needs of English language learners and prepare material aimed at fulfilling those needs
: 2
develop a scheme of work based on a needs analysis: 2
demonstrate their understanding of language structures in English: 1,2,3

Study hours

46 hours of classroom based study
104 hours of preparation for teaching, classes and practicals, and observations of peers and experienced teachers

School Rules

Must have successfully completed Certificate in TESOL Part 1

Description of Module Assessment