Celebrating differences: Exploration of Equality and Diversity in the ESOL classroom

A seminar by Laila El-Metoui, NATECLA London Branch Chair

When: Thursday 13 February, 18:30 - 20:30
Where: The British Council, 10 Spring Gardens, London SW1A 2BN 

This seminar will focus on strategies for integrating Equality and Diversity within your English teaching practice, to foster a positive atmosphere conducive to learning. Language acquisition can be hindered if learners are not in an environment which is conducive to fostering a welcoming atmosphere where all feel free to talk about themselves, their identities and personal lives. This is particularly relevant to LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) ESOL students. However, ESOL learners can sometimes display strong homophobic views, linked to culture, religion and
personal beliefs.

LGBT lives will be used as an example of integrating E&D. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on potential classroom issues and share good practice. It will also explore some of the challenges surrounding sexual diversity raised by the new legal climate created by the 2010 Equality Act.

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Aims
To clarify E&D nine protected characteristics and LGBT discrimination terminology 
To enable participants to reflect on their own practice of E&D integration 
To explore ways to challenge discrimination and some teaching resources 
To identify institutional support needed for successful E&D integration

Biography
Laila has over 20 years teaching experience. She has been a teacher (all levels), a curriculum manager and a researcher.  She founded Lelmeducation which specialises in supporting staff in FE college with their CPD needs and also currently teaches ESOL at Morley College.  Laila is Chair of NATECLA London.

Programme (approx.)
1830 – 1900 Welcome and refreshments
1900 – 2000 Celebrating differences:  Exploration of Equality and Diversity in the ESOL classroom with Laila El-Metoui
2000 – 2030 Networking reception

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