The LSSE leads the way by making the ‘English as a Foreign Language Course,’ a mandatory part of the diploma. This not only fulfils the government’s objective to promote teaching English; it also ensures that students who have graduated with a diploma, will have attained the necessary specialised knowledge and skills to be able to deliver their teaching with confidence. The course is suitable for both existing teachers, and student teachers.
The LSSE believes in inclusion and equality, hence, there are no stringent entry requirements for keen students who wish to attain the ‘Diploma in English & Cultural Education.’ All that the LSSE requires, is for candidates to have an acceptable standard of English language and grammar; and to be genuinely interested in teaching and understanding the values of African culture.
Teaching English as a second language (ESL), is an important role for educators. This is due to the fact that ESL teachers not only help bridge the language barrier; in many cases, they serve as cultural mentors to their students; thus, helping them manoeuvre the many cultural nuances and differences that spring up in a new country. Indeed, ESL teachers have a direct effect on their student’s lives.