(b) Embedded Support & active learning
Embedded Support
Embedded support in ESOL involves the development of English language skills as an integral part of other workplace training e.g.
as part of an induction session about food safety the trainer could include an activity designed to check and develop knowledge of words for common foodstuffs
in a session about record keeping a trainer could give additional support to clarify the lay out and headings on care plans.
In this way staff have a chance to acquire literacy and language skills in relevant contexts with trainers who have authentic knowledge of the documents and the practical situations in which they need to use written and spoken English. Embedded support also makes training session more inclusive and for those staff who have a reasonable level of English it avoids the need to set up additional classes.
The use of 'active learning' tasks in workplace training sessions is an important way in which embedded support can be offered. 'Active learning' is an approach to teaching and training that stresses the involvement of learners in working together on tasks rather than passively listening to presentations.
Active learning tasks often involve learners in working together in pairs or small groups. Information about a topic may be presented in a card- based formats so that learners have to manipulate them to solve a problem e.g. by matching, classifying or sequencing. Alternatively, learners may be asked to mark words with a highlighter pen, label a diagram or reconstruct a table of information.
In tackling such tasks staff can offer one another support to clarify any new or difficult vocabulary, often using their first language to check their understanding.
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