DELTA

Who is DELTA for?

• English language teachers who have been teaching for at least one year
• English language teachers who want to progress into more senior roles such as head of English and teacher training
• Experienced teachers who want to extend their expertise in a specialist area
• First-language English speakers and non-first language speakers who have a CEFR Level of high C1 or above.

Module One

Cambridge Centre offers the first of three modules.

This module focuses on extending and developing candidates’ knowledge and understanding of teaching and learning English in a range of contexts.

1. Theoretical perspectives on language acquisition and language teaching
   • Historical and current theories of first and second language acquisition
   • How these theories influence teaching methodologies.
2. Different teaching approaches and methodologies, including current developments
   • Teaching methodologies, both mainstream and experimental
   • The effectiveness of these methodologies in different learning environments.
3. Language systems and learners’ linguistic problems
   • Features of language systems (e.g. meaning, form, pronunciation and use)
   • Teaching methodology choices in language systems.
4. Language skills and learners’ problems
   • Features of language skills (e.g. the subskills and strategies needed by learners)
   • Teaching methodology choices in language skills.
5. Knowledge of resources, materials and reference sources for language learning
   • The practical uses of a range of resources in a range of teaching contexts.
6. Key assessment concepts and terminology
   • How to apply key assessment principles, such as validity and reliability, to classroom-based assessment.

How is DELTA Module One assessed?

Module One is assessed by written examination. The exam consists of two 90-minute papers, with a 30-minute break in between (3 hours 30 minutes in total).

Module One sample tests
These sample tests show you what a full test paper will look like and the types of questions that will appear. The examination report describes how candidates performed in these tests and offers you guidance on how to prepare for your examination.
DELTA Module 1 sample paper 1
DELTA Module 1 exam report

DELTA – Information for tutors and candidates
The DELTA handbook provides an overview of what’s in each module, details of assessment, and sample papers and answers to help you prepare.
Download the DELTA handbook

DELTA Syllabus
The DELTA syllabus provides information about the course aims, content and learning outcomes.
Download the DELTA syllabus

Details here:
Cambridge English Exam DELTA