Celebrating World Teachers ’ Day: Focus on EAL

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Celebrating World Teachers’ Day: Focus on EALFriday 3 October 2014British Council, London + streamed live online

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Today’s programme1800 – 1815 Welcome and introduction

1815 – 1830 EAL Nexus website launch

Caroline Drummond and Bartosz Kali

1830 – 1845 Session 1: EAL resources

Ruth Wilson and Deborah Owen

1845 – 1900 Session 2: CPD, teacher development, researchSofia Ali, Catharine Driver and Ruth Wilson

1900 – 1905 Session 3: Parents and communities

Caroline Drummond and Joy Collins

1905 – 1915 Session 4: EAL NetworksCatharine Driver

1915 – 1930 Audience discussion – face-to-face and online

1930 – 2000 Panel discussion and face-to-face and online Q&ACaroline Drummond, Catharine Driver, Ruth Wilson, Deborah Owen, Sofia Ali, Bartosz Kali

2000 – 2030 Please join us for the networking reception

British Council EAL Nexus team, London and streamed live online, 3 October 2014

Celebrating World Teachers’ Day 2014

Focus on EALThis project and its actions were made possible due to co-financing by the European Fund for the Integration of Third-Country Nationals. In partnership

with

EAL Nexus

This project and its actions were made possible due to co-financing by the European Fund for the Integration of Third-Country Nationals. In partnership with

Welcome to all!

@BCSeminars

To join our discussions online

EAL Nexus

#EALNexus

British Council EAL Nexus team, London and online, 3 October 2014

Celebrating World Teachers’ Day 2014

Focus on EALThis project and its actions were made possible due to co-financing by the European Fund for the Integration of Third-Country Nationals. In partnership

with

EAL Nexus

Celebrating World Teachers’ Day – Focus on EAL

Caroline Drummond, 3 October 2014

EAL Nexus

This project and its actions were made possible due to co-financing by the European Fund for the Integration of Third-Country Nationals. In partnership

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Helping EAL learners in the United Kingdom access learning and positively engage in schools,

in the community and in society“

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What are the objectives of your project?EAL Nexus has the central aim of helping EAL learners access learning and positively engage in schools, in the community and in society, thus promoting intercultural dialogue and social cohesion.

website with quality materials1

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capacity in the sectorparental / community supportEAL networks across the UK

EAL Nexus

http://eal.britishcouncil.org/


How can we get involved?At the British Council, partnership is at the heart of everything we do.

[email protected]

Join our EAL Nexus mailing list

EAL Nexus

http://eal.britishcouncil.org

Visit our brand new EAL Nexus website


Our partnersWe are proud to introduce our partners in this project

EAL Nexus

For beginner learners of English

DCLG Learn English

• DCLG fund for innovative solutions for learners unable to access English provision

• Address gap in provision for learners with lowest levels of English.

• EMW is a partnership between the British Council, Tinder Foundation and the BBC

The programme

• 96 hour programme, delivered by ESOL professionals and volunteers

• Classroom and online resources.• Initial, diagnostic, formative and summative

assessment• Flexible online training programme.

Key features

• Participatory approach• Develops language, literacy and digital skills• Comprehensive, but flexible• Sustainable

Contacts

[email protected]

www.englishmyway.co.uk@EnglishMyWayUK

http://www.englishmyway.co.uk/

http://esol.britishcouncil.org

English Nexus ESOL Offender Learning project

The English Nexus Offender Learning projectThe project is funded by the European Fund for the integration of third country nationals (EIF) and The Bell Foundation.Our main aim is to support ESOL practitioners working in criminal justice settings, through resourcing, CPD and creation of an online professional network.http://esol.britishcouncil.org

http://esol.britishcouncil.org/

Deliverables

• 20 lesson plans• 10 teacher’s packs• 9 self-access workbooks for prisoners to use during

inductions or on their wings• 5 online CPD modules• 7 workshops for teachers in prisons

Current content5 lesson plans:Using the prison libraryThe 6 Book Challenge in prisonVolunteer roles in prisonHIV and AIDSWorking as a catering assistant in prison3 teacher’s packs:Food and buying things in prisonMy health and well-being in prison and beyond (one for men and one for women)

Online CPD module Differentiating for learning in prison 2nd commissioned: Behaviour management in the

prison classroom

4 workshops to date: Effective practice in the prison ESOL classroom

Cutting Edge resources

Cutting edge resources• Text-based approach using authentic texts sourced in

prisons• Illustrated with photos especially commissioned from

HMP Wandsworth• Use of actors to record audio based on authentic

prisoner voices• Embedded films using actors based on authentic

prisoner scenarios and using real ‘prison speak’

For further informationIf you would like further information about the project, please contact the project coordinator:

[email protected]

Follow us on Twitter: @ESOLNexus

mailto:[email protected]

Bartosz Kali, EAL Nexus Website EditorCaroline Drummond, EAL Nexus Project Director

3 October 2014

Launching the EAL Nexus

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EAL Nexus

Objective 1: Develop a website with quality resources

1 Our first objective is to develop a unique website with a searchable database of quality materials for the teacher and the learner with English as an Additional Language (EAL)



Ruth Wilson and Deborah OwenEAL Nexus co-ordinators for website and resources

3 October 2014

EAL Nexus resources


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EAL Nexus

Audit findings - teaching resources

• Not enough curriculum -linked resources at the appropriate levels;

• Bilingual resources more common in primary schools than secondary;

• Most resources are for beginners; not many extend the language of more advanced learners.

• Some unsuitable EFL/ESOL text books


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EAL Nexus Our first objective is to develop a unique website with a searchable database of quality materials for the teacher and the learner with English as an additional language.

The context

The audience The teaching resources are primarily aimed at mainstream teachers in primary and secondary schools

Websites with free resources suitable for EAL learners are few and far between


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EAL Nexus

Scope of EAL Nexus teaching resources

link to the curricula in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales

cover the compulsory school age range range from beginners to advanced EAL learners are accompanied by full teaching notes are linked to practical strategies for meeting the

needs of EAL learners

We intend to produce teaching resources that:


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EAL Nexus

Aims of EAL Nexus teaching resources

To produce resources that: are explicitly linked to the mainstream curriculum keep the language accessible and the cognitive

challenge high are appropriate to age and level of learners are relevant, inclusive and don’t reinforce

stereotypes


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EAL Nexus

have clear language objectives integrated with learning objectives

are well-presented and use visuals to support meaning

motivate EAL learners by making learning fun use effective and appropriate teaching and

learning strategies and methodologies model EAL good practice to support CPD of

teachers


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EAL Nexus

Great Ideas pagesDARTs graphic

organisers use of L1 drama and role play modelling scaffolding

speaking and writing frames

bilingual dictionaries use of ICT language drills collaborative

activitiesjigsaw

activities

information exchange

graphic organisers

substitution tables flashcards visuals and more…


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EAL Nexus

Let’s take a look at some resources




Sofia Ali, EAL Nexus CPD co-ordinatorCatharine Driver, EAL Nexus Senior Adviser

Ruth Wilson, EAL Nexus co-ordinator for website and resources3 October 2014

Teacher development in EAL


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EAL Nexus

Catharine Driver, EAL senior adviser will outline the findings from the EAL audit

Sofia Ali, CPD coordinator, will outline the EAL Nexus response to the findings

Ruth Wilson, coordinator for website and resources, will share the research projects currently being developed

EAL Nexus teacher development in EAL


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EAL Nexus

EAL Audit findings Sept 2013 to March 2014

Catharine DriverEAL Nexus Senior Adviser


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EAL Nexus

Local authorities: advice and training available for teachers of EAL learners;

Focus on areas with - 0-30% EAL learners - in urban, suburban and rural schools - from nursery to year 11

Review of current provision and practice in schools across the UK

Audit of provision


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EAL Nexus

Many urban areas with established ethnic minorities using more than one language

Increase in number and range of EAL learners in all areas of the UK

Rapid demographic change: all schools potentially with EAL new arrivals

Bilingual population over 1 million

Initial context – Diversity


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EAL Nexus

In Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland specialist staff remain because of ring-fenced government funding

Local Authority Provision

In England, the last years have seen cuts to some local authority services for Black and Minority Ethnic Achievement and EAL


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EAL Nexus

Teacher training Specialist training for new teachers variable There are a few high quality, post graduate

diploma and MA courses In-service training in EAL not always available No CPD framework for

developing the skills for teaching in a multilingual society for class and subject teachers


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EAL Nexus

Mainstream pedagogy Most teaching focuses on

learners new to English Inclusive learning

environment in primary Some excellent practice

meeting the needs of

Further grammatical knowledge needed in secondary to talk about language in the different curriculum subjects

more advanced learners in some urban schools


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EAL Nexus

Few qualified EAL teachers or teaching assistants, able to plan & teach high quality lessons

Specialist EAL teaching Best approaches for teaching EAL focus on

teaching language for school learning and not EFL or adult ESOL methods

Language teaching not always subject related

Content language integrated teaching uncommon

EAL as a type of learning disability


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EAL Nexus

Best practice examples Some large shire authorities: service to a wide range of

schools e.g. Surrey, Hampshire Many local authorities employ bilingual staff Scotland: EAL teachers registered + subject qualification +

higher ESOL qualification accepted by universities 5 stage best fit assessment model in Wales North West: NASSEA, an excellent network for collaboration,

consultancy and training


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EAL Nexus

Some concerns: teacher capacity

Limited training of school workforce at all levels

The quality of initial teacher education for EAL is varied across the UK

Highly qualified and experienced EAL teachers and consultants retiring or changing position: do we have a succession plan?


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EAL Nexus

Session 2:Key areas for teacher development in EAL

Sofia Ali and Melanie GriffinEAL Nexus CPD Coordinators


ObjectivesOur work in teacher development has five key objectives:

EAL Nexus

1. Knowledge: sharing and advancing knowledge on EAL

2. Practice: develop the practice of mainstream teachers and the provision of schools for EAL learners

3. Structure: map and help structure the development of teachers’ pedagogy and practice

4. Resources: develop and share quality-assured resources for teacher development and school provision in EAL

5. Networks: identify, and if necessary, support and strengthen regional networks around CPD for EAL


Seminar series across the UK

EAL Nexus

“The seminar was excellent! We took several ideas back to school with us that have already impacted positively on the way we measure progress.”

“Big thank you for this amazing seminar! This is by far the best CPD I have ever attended.”

1. Knowledge:

Improving achievement for EAL learners

Programme: current issues in EAL, key strategies, use of data, resources and funding

12 seminars by June 2015

Adapted to each nation/region

Audience: head teachers, managers

In collaboration:


Working with schools

Our CPD experts work in 24 pilot schools across the different regions of England and in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

EAL Nexus

Supporting the development of teachers’ expertise in teaching and supporting EAL learners, with the support of regional experts.

2. Practice:



EAL Nexus

Supporting the development of teachers’ expertise in teaching and supporting EAL learners, with the support of regional experts. “By being a part of this project, we

aim to identify areas of strength so that we can share outstanding practice across other schools. We value having British Council professionals in school to help us identify areas for development.”

“The project will add an extra dimension to the way we provide support for EAL learners. “

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2. Practice:



EAL Nexus

Supporting the development of teachers’ expertise in teaching and supporting EAL learners, with the support of regional experts.

“Are the strategies I am using effective for my EAL learners? Is there a better way of supporting them?”

“I hope that I can help every pupil in my class to achieve to the best of their ability.”

“I hope to be able to use the EAL strategies more generally in other areas of my teaching, following the project. “

2. Practice:



EAL Nexus

• Developing the overall school provision and parental engagement

Starting with an audit in

school

2. Practice:



EAL Nexus

Organising teachers’ workshops across the UK to share good practice

2. Practice:


EAL Nexus

3. Structure: map and help structure the development of teachers’ pedagogy and practice

3. Structure:

Teacher development framework for EAL

Standard: NQT First year of teaching

Experienced teacher



EAL Nexus

Produce a series of CPD modules for different groups of EAL learners

4. Resources:



EAL Nexus

Produce a series of toolkits based on specific school contexts and needs

EAL learners in areas

without LA support

Non literate late arriving EAL

learners (17 – 18)

Isolated EAL learners

4. Resources:


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EAL Nexus

Supporting the development of research in EAL

Ruth WilsonCo-ordinator for website and resources


EAL Nexus

Supporting the development of research in EAL

EAL Nexus is supporting 7 research

projects These tie in with three of our key

objectives1. Build capacity in the sector2. Focus on parental and community

support3. Support and strengthen EAL networks

across the UK


EAL NexusBuild capacity in the

sectorDeveloping the writing of advanced EAL learners through the use of 3D immersive adventure games

Chris Pim, Hampshire EMTAS

Developing an Early Years first language assessment tool

Sarah Coles, Hampshire EMTAS


EAL NexusParental and community

supportEngaging with new Roma communities in the UK

Mark Penfold, Babington College, Leicestershire

Supporting EAL learners through parental and community engagement

Patricia Walker, London Borough of Ealing / University of East London


EAL NexusBuild capacity and strengthen

networksBarriers and good practice in preparing NQTs to teach EAL learners

Jonathan Brentnall, Wales

How effective is the Schools Direct ITE programme in preparing NQTs to teach EAL learners?Melanie Griffin, Bury, Lancs.

Case study of two schools of education in Scotland and their provision for EAL

Pauline Sangster, Edinburgh

Caroline Drummond, EAL Nexus Project Director, 3 October 2014

Parents and Communities


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EAL Nexus


EAL Nexus

Audit - parents and community engagement Primary schools more successful than secondary schools in engaging parents

Limited evidence of engagement Many schools provide community events Secondary schools: parent evenings Letters in English/reports difficult to understand Bilingual teaching assistants used for interpreting

rather than supporting learning


EAL Nexus

Key concerns: parental engagement• Parents need support to navigate the school

system: admissions, transitions, qualifications• Secondary schools in more rural areas find it

hard to make positive links with parents and communities;

• There are not enough opportunities for parent learning in schools;

• Community languages are a largely untapped resource in many areas.


Our third objective is to focus on parental/ community support by:

EAL Nexus

supporting schools to proactively engage with parents and communities

providing online information for parents and communities

sharing examples of school best practice

Objective 3: Parents and communities3


EAL Nexus

Audit of parental engagement in 24 pilot schools

Key areas include school ethos, leadership and management, communication, curriculum and continuous Professional Development

Small project supported by CPD expert

Online materials about engaging with parents and communities e.g. toolkit

Engaging with parents & communities in schools


EAL Nexus

Information for parents

http://eal.britishcouncil.org/parents


EAL Nexus

Case study of best practice

https://eal.britishcouncil.org/resources/harrow-parent-ambassadors-case-study

PARENT AMBASSADORS

Joy Collins, Education Strategy, Harrow

Parent Ambassadors aim to:

●Help families integrate●Encourage parental involvement in their children’s education●Involve parents in school life●Empower parents●Be positive role models

● Support induction of new pupils by explaining school routines, policies, documentation etc

● Be a point of contact for parents in the playground sharing news or concerns

● Liaise between school and parents communicating key issues and dates

Parent Ambassadors will

Parent Ambasadors will:

● Liaise between parents and school to establish needs

● Support in family learning and adult classes

● Act as interpreters at parents’ evenings, consultations etc

● Begun 2007● Several cohorts trained● Migration Impact funding used to adopt this model● Accredited course● Community Voices a new project building on the

original

Parent Ambassador developments:

Catharine DriverEAL Nexus Senior Adviser3 October 2014

EAL Networks


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EAL Nexus

Increase in number and range of EAL learners in all areas of the UK

20% more EAL learners in some local authorities, e.g. Peterborough, Barking and Dagenham, Bedford

Rapid demographic change: all schools potentially with EAL learners

Impact of hyper diversity


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EAL Nexus

In Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland specialist staff remain because of ring-fenced government funding

Local Authority Provision In England, the last years have seen cuts to

some local authority services for Black and Minority Ethnic Achievement and EAL


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EAL Nexus

Some concerns Reduction of face to face

training and networking opportunities

Some regional hubs have disappeared in England National organisations rely on volunteers

Innovation and discussion online e.g. Twitter Academy chains sometimes slow to develop and

disseminate expertise in teaching EAL learners


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EAL Nexus

What networks are there?• NALDIC: The national professional organisation

conferences, training and quarterly journal.• SATEAL and EALAW: professional bodies for

Scotland and Wales• NASSEA: an association of local authorities in the

north west hub meetings and training• TeachMeets: In London, Glasgow, Peterborough• Eal-bilingual: a Google group with 350 members• #ealchat: on Twitter every Wednesday


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EAL Nexus

EAL Nexus and networks• 12 regional seminars for headteachers / school

leaders across the 9 regions and 3 nations;• 12 teacher workshops across the UK to

disseminate the best practice developed by our pilot schools and others;

• Making links with DfE, HMI, DENI and other national bodies;

• Offering a forum for discussion online;• Building a database of EAL contacts: local

authority teams, professional organisations etc.

EAL Nexus Team, 3 October 2014

Our questions


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EAL Nexus


Discussion questions

What type of resources are not available to you that you would like to see on our website?

What do you think is the best way to support mainstream teachers with teaching and supporting their EAL learners?

Do you have any examples or ideas on how schools can engage with parents and communities of EAL learners?

How can we, the EAL sector, work together collaboratively to improve the provision for EAL learners and to improve teacher training in EAL?


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