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Entry Level ESOL (Entry 1): ESOL for Numeracy
Course details
Course code
Q00021051Course date
Number of classes
12 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
Joanna Browning-SeyfiFee:
How you'll learn
Venue
Landport Community Centre (Portsmouth)Charles Street
Portsmouth
PO1 1JD
Level of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your skills, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic skills and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of skills. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and skills in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic skills or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and skills you have in this subject, applying your skills and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
After this course you will be able to:
Identify ways that numbers are used in daily life and use English vocabulary to describe basic mathematical functions
Correctly say and spell numbers up to 50
Make simple calculations about time, money and measurement and convert simple fractions to percentages
Add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers up to 50 confidently
Complete sentences about key data presented in bar charts and pie graphs.
This course is for learners who are existing WEA learners on Pre-entry courses, as well as new learners at a similar level. This course is intended to improve their general numeracy skills and understanding of language to talk about basic maths. This course will improve learners’ employment opportunities by improving their basic numeracy skills they need to enter the workplace. The course is part of the multiply initiative.
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