A Way with Words - Level One

General Information

A Way with Words could be the right set of courses if you want to become more confident about your reading, writing, speaking or listening skills.
It''s up to you which parts of the courses you follow. You can focus on a couple of areas where you particularly want to improve or choose to look at each of the different topics in turn. Whichever way you go, you''ll get lots of practice using your new skills in different, every day situations through games, puzzles and exercises.
Outline and Learning Objectives

On completion of this course you will be able to:

• When you have finished the course, you will find it easier to:
• Know how to read texts and understand their purpose
• Know how language is used for different purposes
• Use reading strategies & resources to find meaning
• Listen to explanations/ instructions/narratives
• Know how to ask & respond to questions
• Know how to confirm meaning & express facts/ideas
• Speak appropriately & contribute to discussion
• Understand how to plan/ draft/structure/format writing
• Use correct grammar/ punctuation/spelling
• Use appropriate language for purpose/readers

Course Modules

• Speaking and listening
• Writing
• Reading

Previous Knowledge Required

The staff at your local learndirect centre will assess your skills. Once they have assessed your skills, they will help you to decide if this is the right course for you.
What''s Involved
CD Rom
How Long Does It Take?
40 Hours
Qualifications

Taking this course can count towards part of the following qualifications:

• Certificates in Adult Numeracy and Literacy

Course Level
Level 1