Cambridge DELTA Certificate: Seville, Spain
Teacher Training in Seville, Spain
DELTA Aims
There are 3 assessment components in the New Modular DELTA:
* The Written Examination (Module 1)
* Course work (Module 2)
* The Extended Assignment (Module 3)
MODULE ONE
Module One is assessed via the Written Examination. This consists of 2 papers on the same day of 1 hour 30 minutes each, with a 30 minute break between. The Written Examination tests:
- your knowledge of ELT terminology and key methodological issues
- the purpose and pedagogy of ELT materials and tests
- your ability to analyse authentic text and learner language
MODULE TWO
Module Two is assessed via the following Course Work components:
- 2 assessed ‘Language Systems’ assignments (grammar, lexis, pronunciation or discourse)
- 2 assessed ‘Language Skills’ assignments (speaking, writing, reading or listening)
For each Systems of Skills assignment you will write a 2,500-word background essay exploring both theory and practice and plan and execute a related lesson. Three of these assignments are internally assessed and one is your final ‘external’ assessment at our centre, with a Cambridge approved external assessor.
- A two-part ‘Professional Development Assignment’ (PDA). Part 1 is a critical appraisal of the development of your teaching practice during the course. Part 2 is a practical ‘experiment’ with a teaching approach or technique which is new to you
MODULE THREE
Module Three is assessed via a 4000-4500 word Extended Assignment based on your chosen specialisation. It is supervised by the course tutors but marked externally.
Each Module receives a separate certificate. There is also an overall DELTA Certificate for those candidates who complete all three Modules successfully.
DELTA Entry Requirements and Selection Procedure
1. DELTA Entry requirements:
Cambridge ESOL ‘Syllabus and Assessment Guidelines’ stipulate that a candidate will normally:
- have a first degree have some formal training in ELThave a minimum of two years’ full-time teaching experience (1200 hours) of ELT to adults within the last five years
- have a range of teaching experience, involving work in different teaching contexts and experience of teaching learners at different levels
- have a level of awareness and competence in English sufficient to complete all components of the course
- be at least 21 years old
2. Selection Procedure
Selection of candidates is based on the completion of the Application Form and Pre-interview Tasks and a following interview (see enrolment section). Interviews are conducted by our qualified and experienced DELTA course tutors. They can be by telephone, via Skype, or face-to-face for local candidates.
Acceptance on the course is by no means automatic and is at the discretion of the centre. A rigorous selection process is undertaken to ensure the candidate’s suitability and a high degree of success on the course.
We only accept candidates on the course who we feel confident can pass, and this is reflected in our high pass rates.
For further information on the New Modular DELTA contact:
University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations
1 Hills Road
Cambridge CB1 2EU
Tel: (01223) 553355
ESOL@CambridgeESOL.org
www.cambridgeesol.org
The DELTA Course Programme
The DELTA course programme has been designed in accordance with Cambridge ESOL syllabus guidelines: The following minimum requirements are an integral part of the course programme:
- 120 contact hours between candidates and course tutors.
- 150 hours of reading, research and assignment writing.
- 10 teaching hours of adult students for whom English is not a first language.
- 10 hours of directed observation of ELT professions, including peers, DVD and in-house observation.
The aim of the course is to increase the candidate’s critical awareness and practical skills in the following areas:
MODULE ONE
Understanding language, methodology and resources for teaching (20 credits):
This module focuses on the background to teaching and learning ESOL in a range of contexts.
- theoretical perspectives on language acquisition and language teaching
- different approaches and methodologies, including current developments
- language systems and learners’ linguistic problems
- language skills and learners’ problems
- knowledge of resources, materials and reference sources for language learning
- key concepts and terminology related to assessment
To help you complete this Module successfully, the centre offers:
- a fully-comprehensive programme of input covering all key areas above
- thorough guidance, timed practices, feedback and a ‘mock’ exam in preparation for the final Written Examination, taken here in our centre
- access to key literature relating to the above fields
MODULE TWO
Developing Professional Practice (20 credits):
This module looks at the theory and practice of teaching and a range of factors which affect teaching and learning:
- the language learner and the language learning context
- preparation for teaching adult learners of English
- evaluating, selecting and using resources and materials for teaching purposes
- managing and supporting learning
- evaluation of lesson preparation and teaching
- observation/evaluation of other teachers’ lessons
- professionalism and opportunities for professional development
To help you complete this Module successfully, we offer:
- input and individual guidance for your lesson planning
- input and individual guidance on choosing, planning and writing background assignments
- group or individual feedback on both assessed and unassessed lessons
- a guided programme of peer, DVD and in-house teacher observations
MODULE THREE
Extending practice and English language teaching specialisation (20 credits):
- research into specialist areas
- syllabus design: principles, influences on, methodological effects of, and major syllabus types as applied to the specific learning context
- designing syllabus and teaching programmes to meet the needs of learners in the specific context of their selected specialisation
- course design and development in the specific context of their selected specialisation
- the principles and practice of testing and assessment and application to the candidate's specialist area
To help you complete this Module successfully, we offer:
- input on syllabus types, course design and testing principles
- introductory input and individual guidance to help choose and research your Module 3 specialisation
- on-site and/or on-line support as you write your extended assignment
DELTA TIMETABLE
Sessions are held between 9.30am and 6.00pm including teaching practice. Note that the course is full-time: it is not possible to combine the course with regular teaching. Observation of experienced teachers (8 hours in total) takes place after course hours, as does individual lesson preparation.
DELTA Dates and Fees for 2009
| START | FINISH |
| Mon 12 Jan 2009* | Thu 19 Mar 2009 |
| Mon 28 Sep 2009** | Thu 3 Dec 2009 |
* Includes June written exam and Module 3 preparation.
** Includes a 2 week period for December written exam and Module 3 preparation.
DELTA Course fees
deposit included: 2.490 €
* Cambridge fee €359.60 not included. End of course meal included in the price.
** Accommodation in a shared apartment with other DELTA or CELTA trainees.
DELTA 10 weeks accommodation:
1.300 €
Accommodation details :single room in a shared flat.
Optional Airport transfer service:
Cost: 1 way - 45 Euros
Roundtrip - 80 Euros.
A member of StudyCELTA will pick you up from the airport in Seville and will take you to your accommodation. If requested, the return service is also available.
NB:
- Note that the deposit (880 EUROS) should be paid within 7 days of a place on the requested course being offered to secure a place on the specified dates.
- The deposit is non-refundable.
- The balance of the course fees (1610 EUROS) needs to be paid together with the accommodation fees at least 6 weeks before the course commencement date.
Enrolment procedure
If you believe you cover the minimum requirements to be considered as a candidate for any of the courses mentioned above email our Programmes Coordinator and ask for the application package of the course that interests you.
Prospective trainees must complete the application pack and return it via email to the Programmes Coordinator. The CELTA applicants need to include an updated copy of their CV.
Applicants who have satisfactorily completed the application package will be invited to attend an interview shortly after this date with the main course tutor on the telephone (at their own cost).
All successful applicants will receive an offer of a place on the course of their choice immediately, if there is a place available.
After receiving an offer of place, you will have one week (7 days) from the moment they offer you the vacancy to pay a deposit in order to secure your vacancy on the course.
6 weeks prior the course commencement you will have to pay the balance.
The demand for vacancies on these courses is very high. Applicants are advised to apply at least two to three months before the start of a course, although there are occasionally places available due to last-minute cancellations.
Enrolment Cancellations
Once a vacancy on the CELTA course has been offered to you, you will have one week to pay your deposit and secure the vacancy.
After having paid the deposit, these are the terms and conditions that you will be under regarding canceling your course:
- With a minimum of 6 weeks advance notice , the Centre will reimburse a student full payment, less the deposit which will be valid for another course starting during the same calendar year.
- Deposits are non-refundable and cannot be returned under any circumstances.
- Students who start but do not finish the course will not be reimbursed.
Accommodation
If you wish our Accommodation Officers to organise your accommodation for the duration of your course, you will need to apply for it in your application form.
If you book accommodation, you will share a flat with other trainees or with Spanish people, unless you require other type of accommodation (host-family, own apartment, student residence, hotel or hostel). You will have your own room with use of the kitchen, bathroom and living room.
Sharing with other trainees allows you to study together outside course hours and share ideas. Sharing with other trainees also allows you to take advantage of the fact that you are together to try and get yourselves organised with cooking and shopping to save time. However, eating out is cheap here, and you may not always have time to cook.
If preferred, sharing an apartment with Spanish people is also available. This could be the perfect opportunity for you to experience Spanish culture and language outside the classroom.
Students normally arrive the day before the course starts and leave the accommodation the day after the courses finishes.
Fees
- Accommodation booking fee: 35€ (per student per stay, to be paid together with the deposit)
- Note that the accommodation fees is to be paid together with the rest of the course fee 6 weeks in advance of the course.
Conditions
- Accommodation fees are paid in advance of your course, along with your course fees, at least 6 weeks before starting the course.
- Accommodation is booked from the Sunday before the course until the Saturday after the course, unless applicants require otherwise.
- We will send you your accommodation address by e-mail about two weeks before the course.
- Accommodation will be booked for the time indicated on the application form and can only be cancelled with a minimum of 6 weeks advance warning.
Airport Transfer
Cost: 1 way - 45 Euros
Roundtrip - 80 Euros.
A member of StudyCELTA will pick you up from the airport in Seville and will take you to your accommodation. If requested, the return service is also available.
How to pay
All payments need to be done in Euros via bank transfer, free of charges, into the StudyGlobal bank account in Seville, Spain (bank account details will be provided in the invoice, once the application has been successful).