Cambridge DELTA (Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults)
The Cambridge Diploma is the most prestigious and widely recognised British qualification in TEFL. It is intended for candidates who have substantial experience of teaching EFL either in the UK or abroad. Entry candidates are normally expected to be graduates or to have qualified teacher status. Some basic EFL training, for example the CELTA or its equivalent, is considered essential. As a rough guide, two years broad and full-time experience of teaching adult classes is the minimum prerequisite in terms of teaching experience.
The Delta Modules
From October 2008, Delta became available as three separate Modules. Candidates may take one, two or all three of them and a separate certificate will be issued for each.
Module One: Understanding Language Skills for Teaching
This module looks at the theories behind how people learn languages and how they are taught.
Assessment: via a written examination.
Module Two: Developing Professional Practice
This module looks at the theory and practice of teaching and the different ways that environment, society and culture affect the way that it works.
Assessment: via a portfolio of coursework, including observed lessons, background written assignments, and one externally-assessed lesson.
Module Three: Extending practice and English language teaching specialisation
Assessment: via an extended written assignment.
Further information about Delta Modules:
http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/teaching-awards/delta-modular.html#one
Frequently Asked Questions about the Delta Modules:
http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/exams-info/faqs/delta-modular.html
The Delta Modules course at IH Wroclaw:
1. MODULE ONE & TWO INTENSIVE SUMMER COURSE:
The summer intensive DELTA course at International House Wroclaw integrates Modules One and Two and gives some general information about preparation for Module Three. Course participants can choose to enter for assessment of one, two or all three Modules.
Syllabus: The course aims to ensure a balance between the demands of practical application and understanding of the theoretical background. As well as a detailed consideration of key theoretical issues, it includes classroom observation and supervised teaching practice.
Course Design: The course is full-time and lasts eight weeks with a daily schedule of three hours’ input and two hours teaching practice.
The work load is heavy and candidates are advised not to take on commitments that might prejudice their chances of participating fully in the course.
Course Details:
Dates: * 5th July - 27th August 2010
Course fee: GBP 1545 (about 1728 EUR or 2515 USD ) or the equivalent in PLN
This does not include the Cambridge ESOL examination fee for the Modules. Each module has a different fee. Cambridge change these every year. At the moment the fees are as follows:
- Module 1: GBP 95
- Module 2: GBP 115
- Module 3: GBP 65
Form of payment:
A deposit of GBP 545 is required on acceptance in order to secure a place on the course. The balance of GBP 1000 is due three weeks before the start date of the course at the latest.
The Cambridge ESOL examination fee for Module 2 should be paid together with the balance of the course fee.
The examination fees for Modules 1 and 3 can be paid later.
Note that deposits are non-refundable.
Candidates who did their CELTA at our centre are entitled to a discount of GBP 50.
Accommodation: the centre provides help with accommodation. (approx 2100 PLN for 8-week period)
2. MODULE 3 INDIVIDUAL ON-LINE COURSE:
Course fee: GBP 200 for candidates taking summer intensive course with us
GBP 255 for outside candidates
For more information including details of application and payment procedures contact:
Teacher Training Centre
International House
ul. Leszczynskiego 3
50-078 Wrocław, Poland
Tel/Fax: (+48 71) 3723 698 or 7817 293
e-mail: ttcentre@ih.com.pl
