ESOL Pathway L1: IT and Business Student Handbook – Southgate campus
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ESOL Pathway L1: IT and Business SOUTHGATE CAMPUS Student Handbook CONTENTS
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Welcome and College Dates
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Course Information
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What will I study?
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Activities and Speakers
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Exams and Assessment
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What do I need to bring?
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Lateness and Attendance
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About Southgate , First Aid and Fire Exits
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Barnet & Southgate Campuses
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E-Learning and ILPs
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Safeguarding
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Student Code of Conduct
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What we expect from you
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We wish you success at Barnet and Southgate College and hope you enjoy your course!
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ESOL Pathway to Employment Welcome to Barnet & Southgate College!
The ESOL Vocational team welcomes you to Southgate Campus. We want to make sure you get the most from your course of studies. You will meet students from all over the world and there is a wealth of cultures to share: this makes the ESOL full-time course a very special course indeed.
ESOL Pathway to Employment - Term Dates 2014-2015 Autumn Term October Spring Term February Summer Term
7th September – 18th December Half term holiday: 26th October – 30th Staff training day 23rd November (no college) 4th January –24th March Half term holiday: 15th February –19th Staff training day 16th March (no college) 11th April – 1st July Half term holiday: 30th May – 3rd May
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ESOL Pathway to Employment My tutor’s number is 0203 764 4388 Late? Can’t come to college? Phone or email your tutor. Give your name and say why! Who are these
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Lorraine Jackson Curriculum Manager
Franca Marchese ESOL Vocational Tutor (E25)
Jo Turner Learning and Community Adviser (LRC)
Sheila Maclaren ESOL secretary (Rm 3)
Katie Sinfield ESOL Tutor Course Leader: ESOL Vocational Study Programme 5
What will I study? General English You will learn grammar and new vocabulary. Your lessons are designed to give you thorough practice in the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Speaking & Listening You will practise and improve your listening and speaking skills in useful everyday situations and for a variety of purposes, e.g. debating, negotiating, conversation, giving presentations and improving your pronunciation are an important part of this session.
Reading and Writing You will practise the skills of reading, and writing in a variety of contexts. You will practise planning and writing formal and informal letters, emails, notes, messages and articles. There will be a wide range of reading materials and you will work on handwriting and spelling, as necessary.
One-to-One meeting Over the year, you will see your tutor one-to-one once a term to discuss your progress and performance. You will discuss your progress on the course and together you will complete an Individual Learning Plan (ILP, on Proportal. You will also be given work to do, which will help you study on your own. If you have a problem, please make an appointment to talk to your tutor who can refer you to the college specialist advice, counselling and guidance services.
In class Each class has a personal tutor who is there to give you the support, advice and encouragement you need to make the most of your course. You meet as a group every week and any administrative matters will be dealt with at this time. You will find out about important dates, student meetings, activities at the college, work experience and examination arrangements. Throughout the year, you will cover a range of activities, such as study skills, careers education, equal opportunities and health and social issues, in addition to improving your language skills and preparing for your exams. 6
Tutorials and Individual Learning Plans Your teacher will meet with each student individually – one to one - every term. Your teacher will make an appointment for a tutorial with you to talk about your learning. You and the teacher will make a list of things you should do after classes to help you learn. This is called an Individual Learning Plan, or ILP. You will log your learning targets in ‘PROPORTAL’ when you log onto the computer – your teacher will give you more information about this. If you need help, advice or have a problem with your studies, please ask for help. Your tutor may be able to help or tell you where you can get help in the college.
Life in UK/Topics You will experience language through the study of current issues in Britain and the world today. You will read about, debate, discuss and write about important topics and issues in the news and in our lives. You will have the opportunity to explore these issues and say what you think. This is useful for:
your Ascentis ESOL Skills for Life Speaking & Listening, Reading and Writing examinations
improving you communication skills in college and at work
living and working in Britain
citizenship in the UK
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IT and Business: Units BTEC Level 1 Certificate for IT Users Your IT teacher will let you know which units you are studying
Edexcel BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Business Administration Your IT teacher will let you know which units you are studying
Course books You may wish to buy a course book for the vocational part of your course and bring it to every lesson. This is optional. Your teachers will give you more information about this.
Assignment submission (handing in work on time) All your assignments must be handed in by the deadlines your teachers give you. If you do not do this, you may be subject to the College disciplinary procedure.
Plagiarism (copying someone else’s work) Plagiarism means using another person's ideas or a part of their work and pretend that it is your own.
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Functional Skills Numeracy The course will cover the following areas:
mathematics and the language of maths
number, measures, shapes and handling data
division, multiplication, fractions and percentages
solving problems using mathematics and the language of maths
analysis of numerical information e.g. tables, charts, graphs and diagrams
This course will help you in your future studies and work. You will work towards a Numeracy qualification at Entry level, Level 1 or 2. If you already have Level 2 numeracy you can request to do GCSE Maths class.
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STUDENT ACTIVITIES & SPEAKERS TRIPS Students will have the opportunity to go on many trips during the year, such as: The British Museum The Science Museum The Natural History Museum Houses of Parliament And many more!
SPEAKERS Occasionally, speakers will be invited to help you with life in the UK, such as: Local Council employees Voluntary Organisations Police (safety talk) Past students
EVENTS There will also be many events during the year, where you can have a lot of fun, as well as learn English! Black History month Charity / Fundraising activities End of term parties Careers Fair to help you think about next year. Students can also organise their own events
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Exams You can study English and numeracy at these levels: Entry 1
Entry 2
Entry 3
Level 1
Level 2
Your tutor will also give you a test in the first two weeks at college to check your language learning needs. If your tutor decides that you need a higher or lower level or a different course, you may have to change your class. You will work towards the Ascentis ESOL Skills for Life Qualification on your course. There are three exams:
Speaking & Listening
Reading
Writing
You will take an Edexcel Numeracy exam (or GCSE Maths if you have L2).
If you have any special need in class or for exams, please let your teacher know at the beginning of the course. You will discuss your progress with your tutor who will advise which level exam you will take.
Work Experience As part of your course you will complete two weeks of work experience. You will be given a placement from the college or you may be asked to find your own placement. You will receive a certificate for the completion of your work experience and you will also gain valuable experience to add to your CV and entering the work place.
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What do I need to bring? You need: Ring binder files dividers Plastic ring binder document wallets A4 paper pens, pencils and a rubber notebook English dictionary Calculator USB YOU ARE EXPECTED TO ATTEND EVERY LESSON WITH ALL THE NECESSARY MATERIALS AND TO BE READY TO LEARN.
You must organise your work. File your work in a ring binder and use the dividers to organise it. Your folder of work will be used to check your progress.
You must concentrate in your lesson. Please switch your mobile phone off before you go into your classroom and put it in your bag or pocket, unless your teacher allows you to use it.
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What do I do if I am late?
It is important to come to class regularly and on time, but if you are late, go into the class quietly. Tell the teacher why you are late. Any lateness will be recorded by the tutor.
What do I do if I cannot come to college?
You must tell your tutor if you cannot come to college. You will need to bring proof of hospital appointments, interviews etc. Please do not make your appointments for times when you have classes. If you don’t attend at least 90% of your classes, you will lose your place. If you are absent for more than 2 weeks without giving us a good reason your teacher will give your place to someone else. If you cannot come to class and you did not tell your teacher before, phone your tutor and leave a clear message.
Moving home? If you change your address or telephone number, you must tell your teacher.
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About Southgate Campus
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The Learning & Resource Centre (LRC) has excellent ESOL learning materials and a large number of computers for the use of students.
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The new-look Gym and Sports Hall will be open at the end of September 2012 – there will also be lots of sporting activities during the year, so check the college website for information.
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If you’re hungry, you can go to the Canteen for a hot meal or quick snack – you can also get a quick drink at the vending machines around the building.
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Students can get help, advice and guidance for their future study plans from the Progression Centre
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Look at the notice board for student activities organised for Southgate students. Your teacher will also give you details during the year.
FIRST AID & FIRE First Aid Ask your teacher what to do and who can help in an emergency at college. Fire Exits If you see a fire tell your tutor or Reception. Make sure you know where all fire exits are in the building. These are signposted around the building. If you hear the fire alarm, go with your class to the nearest fire exit.
Wait together with the other students from your class and make sure your teacher can find you.
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Barnet & Southgate College Campuses
Barnet and Southgate College has five campuses across the London Boroughs of Barnet and Enfield.
A: Wood Street Campus Wood Street, Barnet EN5 4AZ Tel 020 8200 8300 Tube: High Barnet (Northern Line, Zone 5) Bus: 34, 84, 107, 184, 234, 263, 307, 326, 384 and 389 15
B: Grahame Park Campus Grahame Park Way, London NW9 5RA Tel 020 8200 8300 Car: On-site parking available. Tube & train: Colindale (Northern Line, Zone 4) and Mill Hill Broadway (Thameslink) are just a 20-minute walk or a bus ride away. Bus: 113, 186, 204, 221, 302, 303, 382
C: Southgate Campus High Street, Southgate, London N14 6BS Tel: 020 8982 5050 Tube: Southgate (Piccadilly line, Zone 4). The Southgate Campus is approximately 200m/2 minutes walk from the station. Bus: W6, W9, 121,125, 298, 299, 382
D: Edmonton Green Campus 2nd Floor, 23 St. George's Chambers, South Mall, Edmonton Green, London N9 0TS Tel: 020 8345 7209 Train: Edmonton Green (Greater Anglia) Liverpool Street to Cheshunt Bus: 102, 144, 149, 191, 192, 259, 279, 349, 491, W6, W8
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Your college ID card will allow you to use facilities at any campus Using the computer to improve your English There are computers in the Learning Centre and many classrooms. We have special software for learning English and a list of many websites that will also help you to learn. To use a computer you must have a User ID (your student number) and a password. Speak to your teacher or Learning Centre staff to get a password. You will also be given 250 credits. When you have finished your credits you must pay for printing. Keep your password safe and make sure you can remember it. You will need to change your password every term. Your teacher may ask your class to use computers in a lesson and you will need to know your password.
You can also use the Barnet & Southgate College website to practise your English at home. Go to: http://www.barnetsouthgate.ac.uk/ You will need to enter your User ID (this is your student number) and password.
There are many websites to help you with your English including:
www.english-grammar-lessons.com www.englishbanana.com www.esolcourses.com www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise 17
Barnet & Southgate College E-Learning The College IT Network gives you new opportunities to learn online, anytime, anyplace. You must use the college network for learning and study only. Be responsible and professional Respect the privacy of everyone else using the college system Do not post material that might upset others online Select this website link and go to the choose one of the section and learn more about how iLearn can help you learn when you are not in class. http://ilearn.barnetsouthgate.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=6390
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Student Code of Conduct These rules will make sure the College is a safe and enjoyable place to work and learn in. You should: be kind and polite to all people and respect others and their possessions look after the College buildings and the equipment you use wear your ID card and never give it to anyone else show your face to security staff if you are asked to never do things which upset other people; do not be unkind to people about the way they look, their sex, their age, their beliefs not smoke in the College buildings not bring drugs and alcohol into the College keep the College clean and tidy only eat and drink at break time never cheat when you are doing tests or exams be careful and safe at College so you do not hurt yourself or others come to every class and arrive on time never use mobile phones where it might disturb other people use computers only to help you learn; do not use the Internet in a way which breaks the College IT rules.
If you break any of these rules you will be disciplined, you might have to leave the College.
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What we expect from you: Come to class every lesson Come to class on time Go to all your classes Bring a file with you Bring paper, pen and pencil Take an active part in the class Switch off your mobile phone Do your homework Respect other students and your teacher Tell your tutor if you cannot come to class Speak to your tutor if you are unhappy about any of your classes
How we will help you: We will help you improve your English We will make your lessons useful and interesting We will speak to you one-to-one about your English
Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults If you are worried about the safety or welfare of another student, or you do not feel safe yourself, there are staff in the college to help you. Ask you tutor if you need to speak to any of these people and we will arrange an appointment for you.
We want you to feel happy learning English at Southgate We want you to tell us if you are not happy!
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Please also refer to Barnet and Southgate College Learner Induction handbook for more information about the college. Select this website http://hub/Induction/Student%20Handbook/corporate%20learner%20handbook%202015-16.pdf
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