Delta Module 1
The Delta Module 1 is part of a larger teacher training program offered by the University of Cambridge for experienced English language teachers who wish to further their knowledge and skills in English language teaching. It is the first module of the Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults (DELTA) course. The Delta Module 1 focuses on theoretical knowledge related to English language teaching and covers various topics, including language analysis, language skills, learner needs, and teaching methodology. There is no official program for Module 1 so trainees can enroll in a program with a center, private tutor, or study on their own. Trainees are required to complete a written exam, which evaluates their knowledge and understanding of the course material.
Videos
Audio & Podcasts
References & Resources
Grammar
Parrott, M. (2000) Grammar for English Language Teachers, CUP
Bolitho, R and Tomlinson, B. (2005) Discover English, Heinemann
Lexis
Phonology
Discourse
McCarthy, M. (1991) Discourse Analysis for Language Teachers, CUP
Arndt, V., Harvey, P., & Nuttall, J. (2000) Alive to Language, CUP
Thornbury, S. (2005) Beyond the Sentence: Introducing discourse analysis. Macmillan
Language skills
Speaking
Listening
Rixon, S. (1996) Developing Listening Skills, Macmillan
Reading
Writing
Student errors
Testing and assessment
Resources, materials
Methodology
Harmer, J. (2007) The Practice of English Language Teaching (4th edition), Longman
Scrivener, J. (2005) Learning Teaching (2nd edition), Heinemann
Language teaching and learning theory/history
Lightbown, P. & Spada, N. (2013) How Languages are Learned, Oxford Handbooks for Language Teachers
Larsen-Freeman, D. (2011) Techniques and Principles in Language Teaching, Oxford American English
Brown, D.B. (2014) Principles of Language Learning and Teaching, Pearson
Stern, H.H. (1991) Fundamental Concepts of Language Teaching, Oxford University Press