English
Grammar and punctuation – Part 1 & 2
Duration: These courses are each 6 weeks long.
Content: This course introduces learners to basic English grammar and punctuation skills.
Learners will
- explore the purpose and use of word types: nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs
- identify and use a range of punctuation markers which include capital letters, full stops, question marks and commas
Introduction to writing - Part 1
Duration: This course is 6 weeks long or workshop.
Content: This course introduces learners to basic English writing skills.
Learners will -
- explore sentence structure in order to express ideas clearly
- construct simple sentences and punctuating it effectively to develop meaning and clarity
- develop writing skills using past, present and future tenses
Introduction to writing - Part 2
Duration: This course is 6 weeks long or workshop.
Content: This course develops learners to build their confidence in English writing skills.
Learners will -
- learn to write better sentences using accurate grammar and punctuation and applying this knowledge to a number of practical writing tasks, such as writing a short note, writing a text message and writing a card
- correctly spell a range of simple familiar words
Reading with confidence
Duration: This course is 6 weeks long.
Content: This course aims to improve learner’s confidence with reading.
Learners will -
- grasp different reading strategies (scan, skim etc)
- read short stories and informational texts
- read instructions and procedures
- read signs and labels
Preparation for Functional Skills
Duration: 6 weeks or workshop.
Content: This course develops learners’ reading, writing and speaking skills.
Learners will
- develop reading and writing skills of short, simple texts on familiar topics and experiences
- develop your communication skills and confidence to take part in group discussions
- learn and use strategies to improve your spelling
Course requirements
Learners will need access to a tablet/laptop/smartphone or PC. They will also need an email address and access to the internet.
What could these courses lead to?
On completion of these courses all learners will receive a certificate of achievement. At the end of the course, we will provide information about other learning opportunities and courses for adults to join in the local area.
