Integrative Language Training for Newcomers
OCASI Professional Development ConferenceNovember 4, 2009
Frank Chu M.S.W. RSW CHRP
ISAP Community Relations Manager
Tel: (416)397-6530 / [email protected]
Website: www.tcdsb.org/adulted
Presenter
Serving a multi-ethnic & multi-faith Community Quality Programs with Professional Instructors and Program
Standards The Toronto Catholic District School Board has an integrative
and comprehensive approach for adult learners: Variety of Programs and Locations Program-Wide Settlement Services available on sites
TCCDSB and Language Training
National standard for designing curricula, program planning,
lesson planning, teaching and evaluation CLB posters foster learning and to track student progress Stage 1 Basic I CLB 1,2
Basic II CLB 3,4 Stage 2 Intermediate I CLB 5,6
Intermediate II CLB 7,8 Stage 3 Advanced I CLB 9,10
Advanced II CLB 11,12
Canadian Language Benchmarks
(CLBs)
Speaking, Listening, Reading and WritingExample: CLB Level 6Schematic Structure of the Canadian Language Benchmarks
Canadian Language Benchmarks
(CLBs)
Canadian Language Benchmarks
(CLBs)
Minimum CLB 5 for TCDSB Adult Education job specific
programs CLB 8/9 to pass the TOEFL test CLB 6 for a job interview For more information on CLBs or to purchase CLB posters,
visit www.language.ca
Recommended CLB Levels
Classroom Needs Assessment Needs Assessment Analysis Long-Range Planning Daily Lesson Planning Assessment and Evaluation
Program Planning
Ongoing Process
Classroom Needs Assessment Illustrated assessment for lower benchmarks Questionnaire for higher benchmarks Classroom assessment activities
Needs Assessment Analysis Needs Assessment Summary Chart
Program Planning
Long Range Planning Program goals Program objectives Units and topics Topic-based outcomes or CLB competencies Language: vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation Computer skills (if applicable) Community connection Resources
Program Planning
Lesson Planning Unit and topic Objective(s) Topic-based outcomes or CLB competencies Language, computer skills, community connection Materials/resources Procedures/tasks Assessment strategies/task
Program Planning
Assessment and Evaluation Competency Checklists for Planning and Evaluation Assessment tasks Assessment Task Performance Chart Instructor Program Evaluation Checklist Learner Self-Evaluation Student On-going Evaluation/Monitoring
Program Planning
Program Supervision
Location Support & Monitoring Staff Support & Supervision Classroom Appearance, Resources/Material,
Methodology/Planning, Learner Participation, Documentation,
Professional Conduct and Growth, Program Management,
Health and Safety, Outreach, Housekeeping
Curriculum documents and resources The 2003 Adult ESL Curriculum Guidelines The Citizenship Curriculum Guidelines, Canadian Language
Benchmark Edition The Program Planner – full-time CLB 5-7, part-time CLB 1-2,
part-time CLB 2-3, part-time CLB 3-4 with a focus on reading
and writing Beyond the Textbook II and III
TCDSB Publications
Ontario Skills Passporthttp://skills.edu.gov.on.ca/OSPWeb/jsp/login.jspThe Ontario Skills Passport (OSP) provides clear descriptions
of the Essential Skills and work habits important for work,
learning and life. Essential Skills are used in virtually all
occupations and are transferable from school to work, job to
job and sector to sector. Video Sample
Ontario Skills Passport
Eligibility – all immigrants 18 years of age and older Refugee claimants, convention refugees, permanent
residents
(landed immigrants) and Canadian citizens Not for speakers of English or French as a first language Visitors - $6.00 per hour
ESL (English as a Second Language)
No registration fees (exceptions: COSTI, CICS and Skills for
Change) on site registration 2 documents required – proof of status and proof of residency
(one must be a photo ID) On site assessment using a CLB referenced assessment tool
followed by CLB placement Provincially funded – Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration,
Ontario
ESL Registration
Eligibility: permanent residents (landed immigrants) and
convention refugees) Registration: YMCA referral form; no registration fee Assessment: YMCA- uses Canadian Language Benchmark
Placement Test (CLBPT) Funding: federal – Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Free child minding service : 18 months to 6 years
LINC Language Instruction for Newcomersto Canada
Minimum CLB 4 for occupation specific programs Some programs may require a higher level Minimum CLB 5 for a job interview Provincially funded – Ministry of Citizenship and
Immigration, Ontario
CLB Levels for Occupation SpecificPrograms/Job Interview
Pre-requisites: CLB 5/6, keyboarding @ 25 wpm 14 week program; registration fee; $40.00 Immigrants who speak English as a Second Language (same
criterion for all programs) Little accounting or office experience Development of English language and communication skills
through the study of accounting principles, computer skills and
work search strategies
Accounting and Computer Skills
pre-requisites: CLB 6-7 10 week program; registration fee; $40.00 Improve English communication for retail Develop corporate terminology Learn conflict resolution skills Develop a service management strategy to ensure service
quality 6 week placement following the course at a Hudson’s Bay
store, Zellers or Home Outfitters
Retail and Customer Service Skills
Pre-requisites: CLB 7, landed immigrant, convention refugee
or
Canadian citizen 11 weeks Part 1; 14 weeks Part 2; part-time program Preparation to pass the language proficiency test Interest in further language development Elementary and secondary system in Ontario Parent/teacher interviews
Language Upgrading for Internationally
Trained Teachers
Pre-requisites: CLB 4, information session, interview with
volunteer coordinator, police check, TB test and CLB testing Free; 2 sessions September-December and February-May 21/2 days of classroom instruction (M. W. Th. A.m.) 1 day of volunteering (Tues.) at Toronto East General Hospital Physiological systems Communication skills with staff and patients Volunteer responsibilities – asking and offering assistance
Hospital Volunteer English Language
Training Program
Pre-requisites CLB 4+ Focus on language skills necessary for childcare or home
healthcare Prior learning assessment and individualized career path Fee; part-time classes Day, evening and Saturday classes available Development of additional language skills needed for these
areas
Specialized Language Training
Funding: federal – Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)Higher level language skill acquisition (CLB 7-10)Sector and job specific language upgradingprovide bridge-to-work assistance, including mentoring, work
placement and other assistance in accessing the labour
market
Enhanced Language Training
Pre-requisites: CLB 7 in all 4 skill areas; preferably a
foreign– trained language teacher; landed immigrant or
convention refugee Prior learning assessment and individualized career path 200 hours of in-class training 25 hours of work placement Bridge to work component in a Canadian ESL classroom 10 hours of professional developmentDevelopment of oral, written and socio-cultural skills
Enhanced Language Training for ESL
Instructors
Free Newcomer Services: Support and counselling, Information &
Workshops, Interpretation / Translation, Assistance with Forms &
Applications Settlement Services Covering: Health, Housing, Child Care,
Education, Employment, Social Benefits & More! Service is provided for more than 20 languages 4 self-access resource centres Funding: Federal – Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)
Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation Program (ISAP)
Services are offered for different TCDSB Adult Education
Program locations (416)397-6600 (Toronto Central & North/West) (416)397-6515 (Scarborough & Toronto North/East) (416)397-6669 (Etobicoke & Toronto South/West) (416)397-6540 (Toronto Downtown & South/East) Website: www.tcdsb.org/adulted click on ISAP
Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation Program (ISAP)
Pre-requisites: various CLB levels Full-time or part-time (day), evening or weekend; free Pronunciation English for Academic Purposes Listening and Speaking with a Business Focus Academic Reading and Writing ibTOEFL/IELTS preparation
Academic Preparation
ESL literacy – only for ESL learners Literacy and Basic Skills (LBS); for English speaking learners
or ESL learners with a CLB 5+ level Citizenship classes
Additional Programs
Thank you for your attention. If you have any
questions in the future, please contact:
Frank Chu (416) 397-6530
Thank You!
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