Course Description

The Level 5 Certificate in Grammar for English Teachers is a specialized qualification designed to equip educators with an in-depth understanding of English grammar, language systems, and structures. This course is ideal for English language teachers, teacher trainers, curriculum developers, and language enthusiasts who want to enhance their grammatical knowledge and improve their ability to teach English effectively.

The qualification is accredited by:

American Accreditation Association

Oxford TESOL Accreditation Centre

International TEFL Accreditation Council (ITEFELAC)

Equivalent to RQF Level 5, this course provides a comprehensive framework for understanding English grammar, ensuring that teachers can confidently explain language rules, analyze sentence structures, and guide learners in their grammatical development.

Who is This Course For?

English language teachers who want to deepen their grammar knowledge.

Teacher trainers looking to develop expertise in grammar instruction.

Curriculum designers creating structured language syllabuses.

Non-native English speakers (CEFR C1 or higher) who want to refine their grammatical accuracy.

Language enthusiasts who want to explore the complexities of English grammar.

Course Structure & Modules

This course consists of 120 study hours, blending theoretical analysis and practical teaching applications.

Module 1: Introduction

• The role of grammar in language teaching and learning.

• How grammar affects fluency, accuracy, and communication.

Module 2: Language Standards & Rules

• Understanding prescriptive vs. descriptive grammar.

• Standard English vs. regional and global variations.

Module 3: Language Systems & Syllabuses

• How grammar fits within language teaching syllabuses.

• Approaches to structuring grammar lessons effectively.

Module 4: Forms, Functions & Notions

• The relationship between form (structure), function (purpose), and notion (meaning).

• Teaching grammar in context.

Module 5: Word Classes & Phrases

• Analyzing nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, pronouns, prepositions, conjunctions, and determiners.

• Understanding how words combine to form phrases.

Module 6: Simple Sentences

• Sentence structure and subject-verb-object order.

• Common errors in simple sentences.

Module 7: Complex Sentences

• Identifying independent and dependent clauses.

• Teaching relative clauses, conditionals, and subordinating conjunctions.

Module 8: Negative Questions

• Understanding negative formation in different sentence types.

• Teaching tag questions, rhetorical questions, and embedded questions.

Module 9: The Verb Phrase

• The structure and role of verb phrases in sentences.

• Auxiliary, modal, and lexical verbs.

Module 10: Tenses

• Understanding and teaching past, present, and future tenses.

• Common learner difficulties and how to address them.

Module 11: The Progressive Aspect

• Teaching continuous tenses and their uses.

• When to use progressive vs. simple forms.

Module 12: The Perfect Aspect

• Present, past, and future perfect tenses.

• How to explain perfect aspect in different contexts.

Module 13: Modality

• Understanding modal verbs (can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, would).

• Teaching degrees of certainty, obligation, and possibility.

Module 14: Futurity

• Different ways of expressing the future in English.

• Teaching will, going to, present continuous, and other future forms.

Module 15: Hypothetical Structures

• Teaching conditional sentences (zero, first, second, third, and mixed conditionals).

• Exploring wish, if only, and other hypothetical expressions.

Module 16: The Noun Phrase

• Structure and function of noun phrases.

• How to teach modification within noun phrases.

Module 17: Determiners

• Teaching the correct use of articles (a, an, the), quantifiers, and demonstratives.

• Understanding countable vs. uncountable nouns.

Module 18: Adjectives & Adverbs

• Teaching comparative and superlative forms.

• Understanding adverbial positioning and usage.

Assessment & Certification

Grammar analysis assignments to demonstrate understanding of language structures.

Lesson planning tasks focusing on grammar instruction.

Teaching reflections based on real or simulated lessons.

Final portfolio, showcasing the ability to explain and teach grammar effectively.

Upon successful completion, candidates receive the Level 5 Certificate in Grammar for English Teachers, accredited by:

American Accreditation Association

Oxford TESOL Accreditation Centre

 International TEFL Accreditation Council (ITEFELAC)

What will I learn?

• Enhanced Grammatical Knowledge: Develop a comprehensive understanding of English grammar, including key concepts, terminology, and structures, enabling educators to confidently navigate language analysis in diverse educational settings.
• Effective Language Analysis Skills: Acquire advanced language analysis skills to deconstruct and analyze language patterns encountered in authentic texts and student work, facilitating a deeper understanding of linguistic nuances and complexities.
• Integration of Grammatical Insights: Learn to integrate grammatical insights into teaching strategies effectively, fostering a more comprehensive approach to language instruction and supporting students' language acquisition and proficiency.
• Pedagogical Competence: Gain pedagogical competence in teaching grammar indirectly by providing educators with the grammatical knowledge necessary for effective language analysis and support in their teaching practices.
• Professional Development: Enhance professional development opportunities by acquiring a TQUK-endorsed Level 5 Certificate in Grammar for English Teachers, validating advanced grammatical knowledge and analytical skills in the field of English language education.
• Critical Thinking and Analysis: Cultivate critical thinking and analytical skills through practical exercises, real-world examples, and interactive discussions, enabling educators to evaluate language patterns critically and make informed instructional decisions.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: Develop adaptability and flexibility in applying grammatical knowledge and language analysis skills to diverse educational contexts, catering to the needs of students with varying language proficiency levels and learning styles.
• Professional Networking: Engage in collaborative learning experiences with fellow educators, fostering professional networking opportunities and sharing best practices in language analysis and English language instruction.
• Continuous Professional Growth: Lay the foundation for continuous professional growth in the field of English language education by acquiring advanced grammatical knowledge and analytical skills, empowering educators to stay abreast of evolving pedagogical practices and linguistic trends.
• Student-Centered Approach: Embrace a student-centered approach to language instruction by leveraging enhanced grammatical knowledge and language analysis skills to create engaging and meaningful learning experiences for students, fostering language acquisition and proficiency.

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