Creating a Beginners English for Speakers of Other Languages E-Course Curriculum for Adult Migrants

Abstract

This case study aims to present a 36, online, beginner, intensive course of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) which addresses six young adult migrant students and is to be implemented in a non-formal educational context in Western Greece. The curriculum combines both synchronous and asynchronous distance learning principles and the presentation-practice-production (PPP) teaching method. The authentic, real-life activities integrate digital tools and aim to enable students to acquire basic English corresponding to A1-A2 levels of the common European framework of reference for languages (CEFR) to communicate effectively in simple everyday situations. Technology-enhanced language learning (TELL) principles are also employed as the learners practice individually on Google Classroom platform using simple digital tools. Finally, some reflective comments aim to highlight the strengths and weaknesses of this course and help for further improvement before its implementation.