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DELTA

The Delta (Diploma of English Language Teaching to Adults) is a highly-regarded internationally recognised qualification awarded by Cambridge ESOL. It is designed for experienced teachers to gain new insights and a deeper understanding of the principles and practice of English Language Teaching. The Delta is delivered in a 3-module format. Candidates can take any or all of the three modules, in any order – it is not compulsory to take all three.

TO ENROL

Download Application Form | Download Application task for Module One  

Download Application task for Module Two | Download Application task for Module Three 

 

ABOUT CCEL

CCEL (Christchurch College of English Ltd) is a private language school located on the campus of its academic partner, the University of Canterbury.

CCEL provides modern, purpose-built facilities, a full range of English language courses and excellent resources for English language teaching. It is the perfect environment for training teachers at all levels and stages of their career.

Our staff are highly qualified and experienced teacher trainers and/or assessors for the Cambridge ESOL TKT Practical, CELTA and Delta.

 

COURSE DATES 2012

Module Three

        17th September - 7th December (12 weeks self-study/online support*)

        Cambridge submission date: 10th December

*Note on online support: you need access to a computer with internet connection for all the modules. Access to a scanner is also needed for Module 3.

 

COURSE COSTS 2012

Module Three: NZ$ 1000 + exam fee GBP 66.75 

  

ENTRY CRITERIA:

Applicants should:

  •        Have an initial teaching qualification, such as CELTA or equivalent. This qualification should include a teaching practice component (for Module 2)
  •        Have 2 years’ adult ELT teaching experience (for Module 2)
  •        Have an English language level equivalent to IELTS 8

 

 COURSE CONTENT

Module One (Understanding Language, Methodology and Resources for Teaching) 

  •        Theoretical perspectives on language acquisition and language teaching
  •        Different approaches and methodologies including current developments
  •        Language systems and learners’ linguistic problems
  •        Language skills and learner problems
  •        Resources, materials and reference sources for language learning
  •        Key concepts and terminology related to assessment.

 

Module Two (Developing Professional Practice)

  •        Working with language learners in a variety of learning contexts
  •        Preparation for teaching learners of English
  •        Evaluation, selection and use of resources and materials for teaching purposes
  •        Managing and supporting learning
  •        Evaluation of lesson preparation and teaching
  •        Observation and evaluation of other teachers’ lessons
  •        Professionalism and professional development.

 

Module Three (Extending Practice & ELT Specialism)

  •        A chosen specialist area ( EAP, ESP, Business English etc )
  •        Curriculum and syllabus design principles
  •        Different types of syllabus
  •        Approaches to needs analysis
  •        Course design and evaluation
  •        Assessment of learners.

For the full syllabus and a whole range of preparation and practice materials: http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/delta/index.html#tab4

 

APPLICATIONS

Applications and selection are continuous, and are processed as they arrive. Don't miss out on your preferred course by applying late. 

Candidates are selected by means of:

  •        An application form
  •        An application task (for each module)
  •        An interview in person (or by phone/skype for applicants outside of Christchurch)

A 10% course fee deposit will be required on acceptance onto any module, with the balance due before the start of the module. Candidates will not be permitted to start a module unless course fees are paid in full.

Download Application Form | Download Application task for Module One  

Download Application task for Module Two | Download Application task for Module Three 

 

FURTHER INFORMATION

To apply or find out more, please contact Mel Whyte at mel.whyte@ccel.co.nz

For more information about DELTA at CCEL click here

 

For more information about DELTA: http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/delta/index.html

 

For more information about Cambridge ESOL visit http://cambridgeesol.org/exams/teaching-awards/index.html

For questions and answers about Delta visit http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/teaching-awards/delta-faq.html