it is a well-designed course and the presentation is superb, very easy for students to understand even if you have not a great knowledge, you can easily understand. just loved it!!!

This diploma deepened my appreciation for the nuances of the English language and the richness of literary works. Exploring diverse genres and periods broadened my understanding of different perspectives and the power of storytelling.

thank you Alison for giving free Education for all people. I learnt a lot and still keep on learning

Learning Outcomes

English - Writing

Story and Comedic Writing

Descriptive Writing

Science Fiction, Instructional, Opinionative and Poetry Writing

Reflective Writing

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will be introduced to what writing is, writing styles and triggers for writing. You will also have a detailed explanation of various writing styles such as; story, comedy, descriptive, science fiction, instructional, opinionative, reflective, poetry writing, explore the various types of poetry and how to write poems.

Diploma in English Language and Literature - First Assessment

This assessment will enable you to reflect on and reinforce the knowledge you have gained from the first module of the course, English Writing Skills.

Introduction to English Grammar

Punctuation

Parts of Speech

In this module, you will be introduced to a detailed explanation of punctuation in the English language, how to recognize its use in writing and speech, and how to develop your speech for clearer communication.

Diploma in Basic English Grammar - Second Assessment

This assessment will help to refresh your memory about the information you have learnt in the module, Punctuation and Speech in this English Diploma course.

The Past Tense

Present Tense and Passive Tenses

In this module, you will be introduced to past, present, and passive tenses in the English language, the structure and the components of each tense.

Specifically, the tenses you will learn about are the past perfect, past simple, present perfect simple, past perfect continuous, present continuous, present perfect continuous, and passive tenses. You will also learn how to form questions in the present simple tense.

Diploma in Basic English Grammar - Third Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.

Comparing Tenses

Sentence Structure

This module will help you to recognize the differences between tenses, and how to create different tenses.

This module will also walk you through sentence structure in English. In particular, you will look t the position of adverbs, creating negatives, and creating questions.

Diploma in Basic English Grammar - Fourth Assessment

Writing: Styles and Purposes

Language Analysis and Oral Presentations

Approaches To Studying A Text

Journalism and Contention in Letter Writing

What Is An Issue?

Case Study: The Issue of Supervised Injection Facilities

Hints, Tips and Glossary For Exams

In this module, you will be introduced to reading, writing and communication in English language, fairness and honesty in reporting, analysis of the language of the media, how to study a text, various approaches to English language and literary devices, making presentations, personal and imaginative writing, researching issues, and how to use language effectively.

Diploma in English Language and Literature - Fifth Assessment

Introduction to Samuel Taylor Coleridge and The Romantics

Coleridge - Kubla Khan

Coleridge - The Eolian Harp

Coleridge - This Lime-Tree Bower, My Prison

Coleridge - Frost At Midnight

Introduction To Macbeth By Shakespeare

Macbeth - Act Two and Act Three

Macbeth - Act Four and Act Five

Macbeth Themes

The Crucible - Act One

The Crucible - Act Two, Act Three, Act Four and Themes

In this module, you will be introduced to a detailed analysis of English literature,  a detailed analysis of the works of Samuel Coleridge; Coleridge Kubla Khan, Coleridge The Eolian Harp, Coleridge This Lime-Tree Bower, My Prison and Coleridge Frost At Midnight, and the works of Shakespeare.

Diploma in English Language and Literature - Sixth Assessment

Introduction To Shakespeare

Shakespeare - The Theatre Scene

Shakespeare - Shakespearian Language

Shakespeare - Literary Devices

In this module, you will be introduced to William Shakespeare's life and early works, adaptations of Shakespeare, Shakespeare and the theatre, the audiences, the Globe theatre, literary device, scripts and lines, Shakespearian language.

Diploma in English Language and Literature - Seventh Assessment

Diploma in English Language and Literature - Assessment

Master different English writing styles and explore famous works of literature in this free diploma course.

Diploma in English Language and Literature

Master grammar, writing styles, and literary analysis in this diploma course. Learn how to write across genres, explore poetry, analyse works by William Shakespeare, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and Arthur Miller, and improve your communication for any audience. Strengthen your English skills with practical techniques and discover the power of effective language use in both creative and professional contexts. Enrol today!

This diploma course introduces the basics of English grammar and proven techniques to improve your speaking and writing. You'll explore punctuation, sentence structure, tenses, and parts of speech. You'll also learn how to write for different audiences across genres, including comedy, poetry, mystery, opinion, and media writing. The course explains how genre, tone, and structure affect communication, helping you combine and adapt styles to suit any purpose.The literature sections of the course focus on renowned works like Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s Frost at Midnight, and Arthur Miller’s The Crucible. You’ll delve into Macbeth by William Shakespeare and study the bard’s use of language in his other works. By examining the lives and language of celebrated authors, you’ll gain deeper insight into literary devices and themes.Whether you aim to enhance creative expression or professional writing, this course boosts your confidence, enriches your skills, and helps you showcase your English mastery.

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Understanding Apraxia

Principles and Treatment

Handling Apraxia and Dysarthria

In this module, you will learn about childhood apraxia of speech, its characteristics, and the principles of motor learning. We discuss the treatment, including the planning and organising the education of a child with CAS and associated language disorders. We identify the symptoms, causes and ways of treating dysarthria.

Dysarthria and Apraxia: Overview, Assessment, and Treatment - Course Assessment

This free online psychology course explains how to diagnose and treat the speech disorders dysarthria and apraxia.

Dysarthria and Apraxia: Overview, Assessment and Treatment

The motor speech disorder known as ‘childhood apraxia of speech’ (CAS) can afflict children as they learn to speak. This psychology course takes you through the causes, characteristics and symptoms of apraxia to show you how to assess and diagnose the disorder. We compare CAS to speech delay and discuss the role of speech therapy. We then move on to dysarthria, a slurring of speech caused by brain or nerve damage that affects the vocal muscles.

Signs for Numbers 0 - 10 and Words with A

Signs for Words Starting With B and C

Words Beginning with Letters C, D, and E

Group 1 - 3 Review

In this module, we will introduce the different types of signs and numbers that form a part of the American sign language. Signs for the counting series' first ten numbers will be examined. We will also look at different words starting from the letter A to the letter E, along with a set of practice tests for the learner to check their progress.

Words Beginning with Letters F and G

Signs for Words Starting With H

Signs for Words Starting With H, I, and L

Group 4 - 6 Review

In this module, we will explore the signs for words beginning with the letters F to L. These signs include common words that can improve everyday communication and help the learner convey their message more clearly. The module also includes a practice test and a review of all the signs covered.

Signs for Words Starting With M and N

Signs for Words Starting With N and O

Signs for Words Starting With P. R, and S

Group 7 - 9 Review

In this module, we will take the learner's knowledge further by exploring the signs for words that start from the letter M up until the letter Y. The words that will be taught are part of the everyday vocabulary. A series of final tests will also be provided for learners to test their progress.

Signs for Words Starting With S and T

Signs for Words Starting With T, U, and W

Signs for Words Starting With W and Y

Group 10 - 12 Review

Test Format and Practice Questions

Test Format and Understanding

In this module, we will take the learner's knowledge further by exploring the signs for words that start from M to Y. The words that will be taught are part of the everyday vocabulary. A series of final tests will also be provided along with their solutions for learners to test their progress.

Diploma in Basics of American Sign Language - Course assessment

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In this course on sign language basics, we develop a concrete understanding of the building blocks of American Sign Language (ASL). If you are new to ASL, this course will provide you with the essential features and gestures crucial for meaningful conversations via sign language. We will cover finger signals for numbers and more than a hundred words that will lay the foundation for your learning journey. So enroll now and get signing!

Overview of Freelance Translation

Finding Clients and Managing Work

Ethics of Freelance Translators

In this module, you will be introduced to the fundamentals of translation, you will learn the work of a freelance translator, how to find clients, manage workflow and get paid. Explore the benefits of the computer-assisted translation tool and how to set up a home office. Discover the ethics of a freelance translator and tips to ensure work quality

Working as a Freelance Translator - Course Assessment

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Working as a Freelance Translator

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Vocabulary: Prefixes and Suffixes

Grammar 1: Indirect Speech

Grammar 2: Reporting Verbs

Prefixes and Suffixes with Reporting Verbs - Student Practice

This module focuses on teaching common English prefixes and suffixes to a wide range of root words. It will also cover the different tenses and reporting verbs used in indirect speech.

Learn English: Prefixes and Suffixes with Reporting Verbs - Course Assessment

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Learn English: Prefixes and Suffixes with Reporting Verbs

This English course teaches you how to add common English prefixes and suffixes to a wide range of root words to form new ones. We then discuss the grammatical rules surrounding indirect speech. We show you how to use various forms of reporting verbs in the present and past tenses to ask questions. This course suits those with a basic grasp of English who want to improve their language skills and confidence in this global tongue.

Countable and Uncountable Nouns

Quantifiers

Modal Verbs: Asking for things

Language: cooking a recipe

Elementary Level English - Talk about Food and Drink: Course Summary

Four lesson topics using audio by native speakers to help improve your listening and speaking skills, interactive slides with images, practical tasks to help consolidate your knowledge and test questions to reinforce what you learn. Complete the end of course assessment so you can prove to teachers and potential employers that you are competent at this level of English. For full details on what's covered in each topic, see the individual topic descriptions.

Course Assessment - Elementary Level English: Talk about Food & Drink

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English Language - Talk about Food and Drink (Elementary level)

This English grammar and vocabulary course teaches you how to talk about food and drink. We go over singular and plural nouns and study the difference between countable and uncountable nouns. We explain how to form positive and negative questions, form plural nouns by adding 's' or 'es' and form sentences related to food. We also show you how to answer questions using the verb 'to be' and more, so sign up to polish your English speaking skills.

Introduction

Pronunciation and Teaching Methodologies

Receptive and Productive Skills

In this module, you will be introduced to the basics of TEFL, you will learn the language teaching methodologies, how to teach receptive reading skills, and also how to teach receptive skill writing skills and receptive listening skills.

Teaching Methods and Planning

Distance Teaching and Classroom Management

Teaching Strategies and Employment Opportunities

In this module, you will learn the teaching methods of TEFL, and how to manage the classroom, and plan and create materials for learning. Learn the use of technology in grammar and vocabulary and also employment opportunities in TEFL.

Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) - Course Assessment

Learn how to teach English as a second language in this free online TEFL training course and climb up the TEFL ladder.

Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)

Teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) is one of the world's fastest-growing educational fields. With over 100 000 open TEFL positions around the world, not including online learning, this field offers excellent employment opportunities for teaching English. This course is designed to train you to meet the standards required of a successful TEFL teacher. Sign up to turn your English skills into exciting work and travel opportunities.

Introduction to TEFL

Understanding Learners

Comprehensive Teaching Methodologies

This module discusses various instructional methods and approaches to teaching English to individuals whose first language is not English. You'll learn about the crucial qualifications English language educators must have to enhance their employability, meet international standards and effectively teach the language to different learners worldwide.

Core Language Skills Development

Special Needs Education in TEFL

Effective Lesson Planning

This module teaches to structure lesson plans following the TEFL methodologies that help non-native speakers build their vocabulary, reading-writing skills, and accurate pronunciation of the English language. You'll explore study adaptations for special needs and cross-cultural communication in TEFL, enhancing learners' engagement and retention.

Classroom Management Strategies

Professional Development and Career Opportunities

Future Trends in TEFL

This module introduces you to classroom management strategies for fostering a conducive learning environment and maximising student success. You'll explore various sustainable educational tools used in TEFL to meet diverse educational objectives and accommodate various learner styles. Additionally, you'll discover the benefits of teaching aboard.

Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Essentials - Assessment

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Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Essentials

Are you interested in transforming lives through language? Enrol in our free online TEFL Essentials course to master foundational teaching skills, understand diverse learning environments, and leverage modern methodologies. Start your journey to becoming a skilled, culturally competent English teacher today! This course was reviewed and approved by qualified subject matter expert Emily Melville, an ESL Teacher and Writer.