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Teaching EAL learners means breaking language barriers, differentiating lessons for wide language levels, and creating a culturally welcoming classroom. ISLA offers a unique course specifically designed for international school teachers and leaders. The course aims to build practical skills, enrich learning, and empower teachers to lead with confidence in the multilingual classroom. Join a global community of educators and embark on a journey to transform your teaching approach.
“My class has students with zero to proficient levels of English and I don’t know where to start.”
This is more common than you might think. Teachers and school leaders around the world struggle with diverse classroom challenges, from language barriers to cultural differences. Without the right tools and techniques, these challenges can ruin your confidence, reduce teaching quality and impact student progress.
A unique course designed for international school teachers and leaders. The course aims to build practical skills, enrich learning, and empower teachers to lead with confidence in the multilingual classroom.
Certificate in
EAL Teaching
for International Schools
How does the programme help?
International School Context: Practical examples in this course for teaching children aged 8-15.
Tried & Tested Techniques: Master translanguaging, scaffolding, and literacy enhancement.
Confident Speaking & Listneing: Learn how to increase authentic but controlled, speaking & listening.
Scaffolded Reading and Writing: Take away strategies for accessible reading and developing writing skills.
Solve Common Challenges: Learn practical solutions to overcome common EAL challenges.
Your Guide
Shane Leaning
With years of experience in international education, language acquisition and a passion for developing educators, Shane Leaning brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this course. And Shane is with you every step of the way with interactive videos, downloadable resources and access to an exclusive community.
The Plan: Simple, Structured, Successful
Watch: Engage with 6 modules through concise, impactful videos.
Interact: Try out practical strategies, join a private podcast, and access free online reading material.
Collaborate: Connect with other educators in our exclusive online community.
Shane recognises the unique challenges faced by teachers in international schools. This course, hosted by ISLA is designed to empower teachers and leaders with evidence-based strategies, fostering an inclusive and effective learning environment. Whether you're seeking individual growth or looking to improve your school's teaching standards, this course offers a path to success. Dive into six meticulously crafted modules, engage with a community of like-minded professionals, and enhance your practice with the Certificate in EAL Teaching for International Schools.
Course Chapters
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Get acquainted with your course mentor, Shane Leaning. This module will guide you on how to navigate this course effectively, beginning with a pre-course confidence check to launch your learning experience.
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Understand foundational theories in EAL, including Jim Cummins’ work on Bilingualism, Stephen Krashen's insights on language input, and Merrill Swain's concepts on language output. You'll delve into the latest research on translanguaging, giving you the knowledge to support your multilingual students.
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Learn to plan lessons that are accessible yet challenging, introduce new concepts, and gradually shift responsibility to students. This module provides practical translanguaging strategies and guides you in setting achievable language objectives, equipping you to cater to diverse student needs.
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Enhance student participation in speaking and listening activities. Learn to use language structures, facilitate collaborative activities, and integrate home languages in the classroom. This module aims to improve your skills in creating a communicative and inclusive learning environment.
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Develop strategies for fostering English reading skills. Focus on building vocabulary, improving reading fluency, understanding phonics, and using high-quality texts. Learn how to instil a love of reading in English among EAL learners, an essential component of their educational growth.
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Explore a teaching and learning cycle for enhancing writing skills. Learn text modeling, shared writing processes, and effective writing scaffolds. This module also covers innovative ways to use classroom spaces to aid in the writing process, enhancing student learning experiences.
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Address common EAL teaching challenges, such as behaviour management, supporting new English learners, and standardising EAL approaches across the school. Understand the relationship between EAL and Special Educational Needs (SEN), and learn effective strategies for engaging with parents.
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Conclude with a focus on reflective practice and action planning. This module guides you through further reading and resources, ensuring your continuous development in EAL teaching beyond this course.
Designed for your context
Individual Course
Embrace your personal development journey with our self-study course. This investment in your professional growth will open doors to new teaching methodologies and enable classroom success for learners aged 8-15.
Leadership strategy top-up
Elevate your leadership of EAL with this comprehensive top-up course (Launches in May 2024). This package enriches your educational toolkit and provides you with invaluable resources like policy templates and coaching conversation guides to inspire your whole school team.
Special Offer for Group Enrollments
Transform your entire teaching staff with our group discounts. Schools can bulk-buy accounts, offering a unique opportunity for collaborative learning and team development. Contact us to unlock a tailored package that suits your school's needs and budget.
Prefer an invoice? Email shane@shaneleaning.com to request.