Highfield
Level 5
QN: 610/1572/6
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Highfield Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) (Premier TEFL)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Highfield. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 180 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 5
Awarding Body
Highfield
Syllabus Units
10 Units
Guided Hours
180 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
The Principles of Learners' Needs and Teaching Methodologies
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand common teaching methodologies
- Understand the presentation, practice and production (PPP) method and be able to plan a lesson using this methodology
- Understand different types of errors and how to correct them
2
The Principles of Lesson Planning and Classroom Management Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand good classroom management techniques
- Understand lesson plan designs and classroom interactions
- Understand the uses of an online learning environment
3
The Principles of Teaching Adults English as a Foreign Language
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of teaching adult learners
- Understand adult learners' motivations to study English and techniques for utilising their motivations to achieve effective learning
- Be able to produce lesson plans for adult learners
4
The Principles of Teaching English Grammar
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the different English word classes and the use of grammar and tense in the English Language
- Understand English syntax
- Understand English punctuation
5
The Principles of Teaching English Vocabulary
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how vocabulary is grouped and the methods of teaching lexis
- Understand the benefits of graded language and when this should be used
6
The Principles of Teaching Productive Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand a range of communication skills and activities in the classroom
- Understand a range of speaking functions
- Understand writing skills
- Know how to correct written work and provide quality feedback
7
The Principles of Teaching Pronunciation and Phonology
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the importance and use of phonetics and phonology
- Understand how to teach pronunciation skills
- Understand mother tongue interference and how to overcome it
8
The Principles of Teaching Receptive Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand different types of reading skills and suitable teaching and learning activities
- Understand different types of listening skills and suitable teaching and learning activities
9
The Principles of Teaching Young Learners English as a Foreign Language
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of teaching young learners
- Understand the principles of language acquisition for young learners
- Be able to produce lesson plans for young learners
10
The Principles of Using Teaching Aids and Materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the use of teaching aids and authentic teaching materials
- Understand the need for using coursebooks, their features and how they meet learners' needs
- Know how to use the internet as a resource
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/1572/6
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Highfield
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Oct 2022