Course overview

The "ESOL Improve Your Reading Skills" course is for beginners learning English. It helps you read better and understand simple texts. You will learn new words and practice reading everyday materials like signs, forms, and short stories. The course includes fun activities to find the main idea and details in what you read. You will work alone and with others to build your skills. This course makes reading in English easier and more enjoyable for you.

Course description

The "ESOL Improve Your Reading Skills" course is designed for beginners who are learning English. This course will help you become better at reading and understanding simple texts in English. In this course, you will: Learn new words to expand your vocabulary. Practice reading everyday materials like signs, forms, and short stories. Do fun activities to find the main idea and important details in what you read. You will learn different ways to read, like skimming (reading quickly to get the main idea) and scanning (looking for specific information). You will also practice reading out loud to improve your pronunciation and fluency. You will work by yourself and with other students in group activities. This will help you gain confidence and improve your reading skills faster. The course includes: Simple exercises to practice reading skills. Activities to help you understand what you read. Group discussions to share your ideas and learn from others. By the end of this course, you will feel more confident reading in English. You will be able to read and understand simple texts, and you will enjoy reading more. This course is perfect for anyone who wants to start reading in English and improve their skills in a friendly and supportive environment.

What financial support is available?

We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need.

What other support is available?

All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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