This online session is for teachers and school staff who want or need to improve their own knowledge and understanding of language and how it works. The session considers why all teachers have a responsibility to support their learners using EAL in developing the English language proficiency needed to fully access the curriculum. It looks in detail at specific aspects of language that learners who use EAL may have difficulty with and provides ideas of how to support learners in learning and using this language.

Why attend:
• To enhance your understanding of language and how it functions, essential for effective teaching.
• To explore specific language aspects that EAL learners often struggle with, and learn how to address these challenges.
• To gain actionable ideas for helping EAL learners develop the language skills needed to fully access the curriculum.
• To boost your ability to support EAL learners effectively in both language acquisition and curriculum engagement.