Functional Skills English Entry 3

<p>his course is aimed at adults who wish to develop reading, writing and speaking and listening skills and undertake accreditation in Functional Skills English at Entry Level. The programme covers strategies to improve reading skill, sentence construction and planning and writing at the required level. It also provides opportunities to study and practise discussion skills. There may be opportunities to undertake this study in the classroom.</p>

<p>his course is for adults who wish to gain an entry level qualification in English to build confidence and support progression in work and study.</p>

<p>You must be aged 19 and over by the 31st of August 2024. You should have a basic level of English literacy and ability to converse within an English speaking environment. You will be asked to undertake initial assessment in maths and English.</p>

<p>Yes. Before you can enrol on this course you will have an online interview to discuss suitability for the course.</p>

<p>The course will be taught as &#039;blended&#039;, meaning there will be a schedule of face to face classes timetabled at HL in Wood Green Library which you will need to attend, but some sessions and resources may be attended online. The tutor will inform you of this schedule so you can get maximum benefit from the course. The course will consist of input sessions, group and individual tutorials, independent exercises, group tasks and quizzes as set by your tutor. </p>

<p>You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course. You will decide individual learning goals with your tutor and see your progress over the term by keeping a folder of work.</p>

<p>You will be able to talk to your tutor in one to one meetings about your learning during tutorials. Your tutor will ask for your feedback as a group at different times during the session and in course reviews. You will be able to formally record your views on the course at the end by completing an evaluation form. You may also complete ESFA & OFSTED surveys.</p>

<p>Progression: Depending on your final achievement qualification, you will be encouraged to enrol onto a course working towards Level 1 accreditation or vocational courses or to undertake paid or voluntary work.</p>

<p>It is very important for you to access your classes regularly. If you are unable to access a class, please notify your tutor. If you do not come to classes during the first week or fail to attend for two consecutive classes without informing your tutor, you may lose your place of study.</p>

<p>Initial assessment before the course and diagnostic & formative assessments during the course. It is important that you complete homework on time. Your homework will be marked and the tutor will give you written and verbal feedback to support your progress. You will need to complete formal assessments in Writing, Reading and Speaking and Listening at the end of the course.</p>

<p>You should bring pens, pencils and a folder or notebook to every class. Use of the internet will be important to support your independent study. If you do not have a device or good internet connection, you may be able to organise to use the study facilities at HL at Wood Green Library. Please speak to your tutor at interview if you do not have a smartphone, tablet or laptop with internet.</p>