16-18 ESOL handbook

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Personal Details

Name : Email:
Address :
Postcode:
Mobile:
Course:
College Centre:
Enrolment No.

Name :
Address :

Postcode: In Case of Emergency
Mobile:
Tel.

My Progress Coach is:
………………………………………….............................

Email address:[email protected]

My Maths teacher is:
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Email address:[email protected]

*If you change your address or phone numbers, please tell your teacher and give them your new information.
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2WELCOME

Welcome to the college

A message from the Programme Area Leader
This is the Course Handbook for the ESOL 16-18 programme. On
behalf of the Course Team I am delighted to have this opportunity to
warmly welcome you to Bradford College. Thank you for choosing to
study ESOL with us. I hope this is the start of your life-long
engagement with English Language.

Many students find that their time in the ESOL department is one of transformation - they begin the
year excited and enthusiastic, but perhaps with some fear. At the end of the programme they emerge
confident, skilled, and ready to take on the challenges of further study and the work world. At
Bradford College we know that the whole ESOL experience is at the heart of student success. That is
why, in addition to the actual teaching and learning experience, we have a friendly, supportive
atmosphere and we offer a wide range of additional personal support services which cater for all
individual needs.

It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with the contents of this handbook, and make sure that
you use it as the first source of information and guidance on matters relating to your ESOL
programme and status as a student. This ESOL course is designed to meet the real life demands of
studying in the UK, and is structured to ensure that our students are well prepared for their chosen
careers. One of the most important elements of your success will be your commitment - as long as
you want to succeed, we are here to help you.

Our teaching methods and course syllabus are designed to efficiently help you bridge the gap
between what you have learned in your country, and what is needed to be successful in the UK

We hope you enjoy your time with us.

Michaela Oltean
Programme Area Leader

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Contents

Section Page

SECTION 1 Information on your course, Policies and Procedures

1 My Induction List ……………………………… 6
2 Course Information ……………………………… 7
3 Attendance & Discipline ……………………………… 8
4 Study Skills ……………………………… 9

SECTION 2 Facilities, Student Services and Financial Support

1 The library & Prayer Room …………………………….. 11
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2 Student Services ……………………………..

SECTION 3 Timetables, Exams and Qualifications

1 Term 1 Timetable …………………………….. 14
2 Term 2 Timetable …………………………….. 15
3 Exams …………………………….. 16
4 Exam Timetable …………………………….. 17

SECTION 4 Enrichment, Diary entries, Late record & Vocabulary logs

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My Induction list INDUCTION CHECKLIST

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1 I know where the fire exit is
2 I know where to meet my teacher when

the fire alarm rings
3 I understand punctuality, attendance and

behaviour
4 I can find my way around college
5 I know where the sports hall is
6 I know my class rules
7 I know who can help me if I have

problems
8 I know where smoking is allowed
9 I know what I need for my lessons
10 I have my timetable
11 I know my library number and PIN
12 I can use my college email
13 I know how to save my IT work
14 I can use Moodle
15 I can log on E-tracker

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Course Information

You will study 12 hours a week of ESOL. In your lessons you will practise all 4 skills:
  Reading
  Writing
  Speaking
  Listening

Course Hours ESOL: 12 hours a week
Course Aims ESOL: Term 1 Skills for Life exams Term 2 Life Skills
The programme is broken down as follows: 10 hours of General English, this includes Conversational
English and Pronunciation; reading different texts and writing for different purposes will prepare you
for the City & Guilds Speaking and Listening exam.

 1 hour a week of Extensive Reading
 1 hour of Academic English
 1 hour of British Culture
Main exams (City & Guilds)
How you will study:
We believe that your lessons should be communicative and give you as many opportunities to speak
in class as possible and to work in pairs and groups. We believe that pair work and group work are
not only enjoyable but also an essential part of the learning process. We expect you to contribute by
speaking English as much as possible in class and not using your own language unless absolutely
necessary. You should also speak English to your classmates and to all members of the ESOL team.
Tutorial
We will give you regular feedback on your progress in your tutorial so that you have a good idea of
your strengths and what you need to do to improve and achieve your learning goals. Your tutor and
your Progress Coach will help you write your targets on your Individual Learning Plan (ILP) which is
recorded on e-tracker.
Cover
If a teacher is absent we will always do our best to find someone else to cover the class.
Unfortunately, this will not always be possible, especially at short notice, or at times when there are
a lot of classes running. If we cannot find someone to cover the class we will either combine your
class with a group at a similar level, or give you self-study to do. Do not leave the college.

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Attendance & Disciplinary Process

You will be asked by your tutor to read and sign this document.

You must attend regularly and punctually. Our minimum attendance is 95%. We will check
your attendance every 2 weeks to see if it is high enough. Students must email or telephone
the college (01274433333) when they are not able to attend, i.e. in case of sickness.
However, if you know in advance that you will be absent, you must ask for authorisation.

If there are problems with your attendance, we may start the disciplinary process with you.
If you receive a bus pass from the college, we will report all absences to the Student
Services Team. This may mean that if you are eligible for a bus pass you may not receive this
for the following week. Please note this includes absences from Functional Skills Maths
classes.

What we expect from you:

 To attend at least 95% of your lessons, including Maths
 To let your teachers know if you are going to be absent - please email your tutors
 To come to class on time
 To treat your teachers and other students with respect
 To listen to your teachers and classmates
 To do your homework on time

If you don’t do this, we will have to begin the disciplinary process
with you.

Disciplinary process:

 Informal warning from your tutor. This will be recorded in the tutor file and will be
written or oral.

 Formal written warning from your tutor or Progress Coach – this will be a letter.
 Formal meeting with your tutor and the Programme Area Leader. At this meeting,

you will have to sign a learning contract.

 Withdrawal from the course.

I agree that my behaviour is important and I know how I need to act as a student at
Bradford College.

Signature ……………………………………………………….

Date ……./……../…

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Study Skills

Homework

Your tutor will give you extra exercises to practise what you have learnt and develop your
skills. It is very important for you to do all the homework that teachers give you. Your
writing homework will be marked and returned with feedback to help you improve.

Moodle

This is the college’s internet space for online learning, also known as a Virtual Learning Environment
(VLE). You can log on to Moodle from anywhere with internet access by using your computer login
and password

https://moodle.bradfordcollege.ac.uk

Each group has its own specific Moodle group where you can find resources to help support your
studies and prepare for exams. If you have any problems with Moodle access, please speak to your
tutor or Progress Coach.

Self-Study

In addition to your class time, you must attend 1hour of self-study. You will be expected to use
Moodle and other online resources for this session.

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FACILITIES

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The Library

The college has a large and very well-
stocked library on the 2nd floor. It has
a large choice of books you can borrow
to improve your English and to prepare
for your exams. There are also DVDs,
newspapers and graded readers
(simplified books for ESOL students). It
is free to borrow books and DVDs from
the library. Your student ID card is also
your library card.

Prayer Room

Whatever your religion or belief, you can
visit our Unity spaces and prayer rooms and
take time for reflection, meditation or
prayer.
We have five rooms available across the
College for all staff, students and visitors
who would like space for prayer or quiet
contemplation, for all faiths and for people
of no faith. They are located on the Ground
Floor G18.

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Student Services STUDENT SERVICES

Situated on the ground floor Student Services are there to give you advice on:

 Applications for courses
 Financial information
 Support with all aspects of your welfare as a student
 Appointments for Career Advice and Counselling.

Financial Bursaries

The College has a small fund available which may provide some essential
support to students who are from a low income household. The fund can
help meet costs such as travel, equipment, free college meals and exams
(re-sits) However if your attendance is below 85%, this can be stopped.

You need to apply as soon as possible. If you wait, you may lose out on
money you are entitled to.

Complete an Application Form which can be downloaded from here
www.bradfordcollege.ac.uk/study/16-18-students/study-money/lsf and bring it, together with the
required documents to see a member of the Student Finance Team, Ground Floor, David Hockney
Building. You will be asked additional questions and an assessment will be done straight away. If
you are eligible you will be told how much you will receive. In some situations a decision may not be
made immediately. In this case your decision will be sent to you by post.

SuYpopourting
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Your exams

Name of exam What you need to do

ESOL Speaking and  Listen to a recording and answer
listening questions

 Give a (short) talk about a topic
 Ask and answer questions about

different topics

ESOL Reading  Use a dictionary to find meanings
 Read and understand different texts
ESOL Writing  Read books to improve vocabulary
 Correct sentences ( Spelling,
Functional Skills Maths
Entry 1,2,3, Level 1 Punctuation and Grammar)
GCSE  Fill in different forms
 Produce pieces of writing
Life Skills
and  You will learn how to use your
knowledge of Maths in solving
Pre GCSE English problems for real life situations.

 You will be supported to progress
towards GCSE Maths.

You will also prepare a portfolio of
coursework. You will need to present
it to an examiner in an interview at the
end of the course.
You can find the assignment/task
booklet on Moodle.

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Exam Calendar

December 2016 January 2017 EXAMS

1 Th 1 Su New Year’s Day
2 Fr 2 Mo
3 Sa
4 Su 3 Tu City & Guilds Exams
4 We City & Guilds Exams
5 M City & Guilds Mock Exams 5 Th City & Guilds Exams
6 oTu City & Guilds Mock Exams 6 Fr City & Guilds Exams
7 W City & Guilds Mock Exams
8 Teh City & Guilds Mock Exams 7 Sa
9 Fr City & Guilds Mock Exams 8 Su

10 Sa 9 Mo City & Guilds Exams
11 Su 10 Tu City & Guilds Exams
11 We City & Guilds Exams
12 M City & Guilds Mock Exams 12 Th City & Guilds Exams
13 Tou City & Guilds Mock Exams 13 Fr City & Guilds Exams
14 W City & Guilds Mock Exams
15 Teh City & Guilds Mock Exams 14 Sa
16 Fr City & Guilds Mock Exams 15 Su
16 Mo
17 Sa 17 Tu
18 Su 18 We
19 M 19 Th
20 oTu 20 Fr
21 W 21 Sa
22 eTh 22 Su
23 Fr 23 Mo
24 Sa 24 Tu
25 Su Christmas Day 25 We
26 M Boxing Day 26 Th
27 Tou 27 Fr
28 W 28 Sa
29 eTh 29 Su
30 Fr 30 Mo
31 Sa 31 Tu

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Events and Enrichment 20 E NERNI RC IHCMHEMNETN T

During your course you will have the opportunity to go on various educational trips in West Yorkshire
and engage in different activities such as bowling, ice-skating, museum visits etc. The college also has
a busy timetable of enrichment activities that you can do during your free time, which are free of
charge! Examples of enrichment activities that you can join are:

The Students Union organises these various events throughout the year. Going to Student Union
events is a great way to meet English people and have fun!
For more information about the enrichment activities that are available.

 See Visit: Students’ Union, Ground Floor, David Hockney Building
 Tel: 01274 433006
 Email [email protected]

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Over to you…

We want to wish you the best of luck with your course. We hope you enjoy your time with
us, make the most of learning English and take advantage of the full range of experiences
that college life can offer. Hopefully you’ll come back to study something else at the college
next year…
Good luck!
The ESOL Team

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It would be greatly appreciated that if this diary is
found it is returned to the owner or to the College:

DAVID HOCKNEY BUILDING,
GREAT HORTON ROAD,
BRADFORD,
BD7 1AY

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