CLIL stands for Content and Language Integrated Learning. Put simply, it is an approach to language learning based on the idea that students learn a language more effectively if they study subjects from the standard curriculum in the target language. For English language students this could involve studying history, geography, IT or science in English.
The idea is that students are more motivated to learn if there are real objectives; they are using language to learn. Another important benefit of CLIL is that students will be able to develop multi-cultural awareness. CLIL can also help to develop study skills and is useful for those who may study or work in an English speaking environment.
In Italy from 2010 CLIL is obligatory in the 5th level of secondary school. There are moves to introduce CLIL in Spain, Germany and France. We can expect many other countries, in Europe and around the world to follow Italy’s example.
At Scarborough International School we are one of the first English language schools in the UK to have developed partnerships with local schools, both public and private, which will give our students the chance to experience lessons in an English school as taught to English students. Watch out for the next edition of the newsletter for more information on this.
If you would like more information, or have any questions on this topic, contact John on info@english-language.uk.com.
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