Oracy in action: Strategies to support EAL learners

This course develops a deep understanding of oracy - what it is, why it matters, and how it underpins both language development and academic success. It is designed for mainstream educators who want to better support EAL learners by strengthening students' ability to think, reason, and express themselves through spoken language. What does effective oracy look like in the classroom? How can teachers help learners communicate confidently in both everyday and subject-specific contexts? Through practical examples, teachers will explore strategies to develop talk for learning across the curriculum. Key themes include: - Understanding oracy and its role in learning. - Supporting EAL learners through structured talk. - Embedding oracy in subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and Humanities. - Practical activities for developing listening, fluency, and vocabulary. - Approaches to feedback, correction, and assessment of spoken language. Course outcome: Teachers will have a clear understanding of oracy and practical tools to embed it meaningfully in their classroom practice, enhancing learners' confidence, participation, and communication across subjects.