A5488 - ESOL everyday English: expressing ideas and opinions clearly (level 1)

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Start Date: 14/09/2026      End Date: 18/11/2026        Start Time: 09:15      End Time: 11:45        Hours per Week: 5.00      No of Weeks: 9
Fees:      £40.00 (tuition)     £574.00 (overseas)     £10.00 (concessionary)
Tutor: Edward Eustace        No of Places: 2
Idea Store Whitechapel

Course Overview

Course Overview
Do you want to express your ideas clearly and share your opinions with confidence in English?
This course helps you develop the English skills you need to explain your ideas, give your opinions, and take part in discussions at work and in your everyday life.
You will build your speaking, reading, writing, and listening through activities based on discussions, real-life topics, and current issues such as community life, the environment, and everyday experiences.
You will learn how to give reasons, compare ideas, and organise your thoughts clearly in both speaking and writing.
By the end of the course, you will feel confident sharing your opinions and expressing your ideas clearly in different situations.
In this course you will
• take part in discussions and debates on everyday topics
• give your opinion and respond to different views
• read and discuss texts about real-life and current issues
• write paragraphs and short texts expressing your ideas

What will you learn and be able to do?

What will you learn and be able to do?
* give your opinion and reasons in discussions using linkers (e.g. “because”, “however”, “so”)
* compare ideas and situations using comparatives and superlatives (e.g. “better”, “more important”)
* take part in discussions on real-world topics (e.g. environment, community, technology) using appropriate vocabulary
* read texts (e.g. articles, reports, online content) and identify key ideas and opinions
* write a clear paragraph expressing an opinion using topic sentences and supporting details
* use conditionals to discuss possible situations and solutions (e.g. “If we recycle more…”)
* take part in group discussions using turn-taking and agreement/disagreement language
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Entry requirements

Entry requirements
This is a course for learners working towards ESOL Level 1.
This means you can communicate in a range of everyday situations, understand longer texts, and write short texts with some accuracy.
Prosp User 8

Equipment required

Equipment required
Please bring to every lesson:
• A folder
• Pens & pencils
• Lined A4 paper
• A smartphone (if you have one)
• A reusable water bottle
We will give you WiFi in your first lesson.
If you do not have a phone or computer, talk to your teacher.
You will need a Gmail account. Your teacher can help you set this up.
Prosp User 9

How will you know you are making progress?

How will you know you are making progress?
From the start of the course, your tutor will talk with you about what you can do and what you want to learn.
You will make a learning plan to help you develop your confidence in speaking and writing and expressing your ideas clearly.
As part of your learning, you will complete a personal task linked to expressing your ideas and opinions.
Examples of personal tasks include:
• take part in a discussion and give your opinion with reasons (e.g. community or social topics)
• write a clear opinion paragraph using linking words (e.g. because, however, so)
• compare ideas or situations using appropriate language (e.g. “better than”, “more important”)
• respond to another person’s opinion and explain your point of view
• give a short presentation on a topic with clear structure and supporting ideas
Some tasks may include real-life topics such as community issues, environment, or everyday life.
You will keep your work in a folder and receive feedback to help you improve your language and accuracy.
At the end of the course, you will review your progress and plan your next steps.
You need to attend at least 80% of your classes.
Prosp User 12
Prosp User 11

Progress opportunities - your next steps

Progress opportunities - your next steps
Your teacher will talk to you about your next steps.
Other courses you can do after or at the same time as this course include:
ESOL: communication for work and everyday situations (level 1 Ascentis Skills for Employment)
Work experience: ESOL for early education and childcare (ESOL level 1)
ESOL for health and care: learning about the sector (ESOL level 1)
Work experience: becoming an ESOL teaching assistant (level 1)
Work experience: starting a volunteering role (level 1)
ESOL speaking and listening (Level 1 qualification)
IELTS Preparation Course
Functional Skills English

Please ask your teacher for more information or contact: esoladvice@towerhamlets.gov.uk
Prosp User 10

Other info

Other info
We want to help you participate in your communities, become an active citizen and make progress in work or future studies. In our classes, you will develop important skills that all employers value and that will help you in everyday life. These include:
• Communication Skills
• Decision-Making
• Teamwork
• Problem-Solving
• Time Management
By improving these skills, you will increase your chances of finding a job, advancing in your career, and becoming an active member of your community.
Prosp User 13

Extra Support

Extra Support
We can help you if you tell us you have a learning difficulty, disability or other support needs. Please tell us when you enrol or in your first class.
Prosp User 14