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Teaching English to Young Learners

TEYL

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Victoria College of Music and Drama, London

PrincipalDr. Martin Ellerby HonDLitt DMA HonVCM FVCM GLCM LMusLCM FTCL FRSA

Chief ExecutiveRobin Wood HonVCM FVCM FCV FInstSMM ALAM FRSA

Chief ExaminerClaire C. Pashley MA BA(Hons) PGCE HonVCM FVCM LTCL ALCM(TD) FRSA AdvDip(Open)

Qualifications Manager and Head of of MusicStewart L. Thompson BA(Hons) CT,FVCM FMCM FSCO FIGOC FCollT MNCMSoc ACIEA

Head of Speech & DramaStuart Morrison MA HonVCM FVCM(TD)(Hons) PGCE ALAM ALCM(TD) LVCMEd(Hons) FIfL FRSA

Curriculum SpecialistDr June Fileti PhD MA(Mus)(Open), MEd BA(Hons) CT,FVCM, LMusEdASMC(Hons)

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Subject ConsultantStuart Morrison MA HonVCM FVCM(TD)(Hons) PGCE ALAM ALCM(TD) LVCMEd(Hons) FIfL FRSA

TEYLSyllabus

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ABOUT THE VCMVictoria College of Music, London, is an independent body providing examinations in Music, Speech,and Drama subjects. It has held examination sessions throughout the British Isles and certain overseascountries since it was founded in 1890. It no longer operates a full-time teaching institution.Further details about Victoria College can be found on our website:www. Vcmexams.com and you can follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

PASS MARKSIntroductory Grades 65%Grades 1 to 8 65%with Merit 80%; with Distinction 90% Merit is shown as “Honours” in IrelandMedal examinations 75%Diplomas 75% (85% with Honours)

ABOUT THIS SYLLABUSThis syllabus has been compiled using the popular strengths of its predecessors, and takes into accountviews and suggestions of teachers and advisers.

CHANGES TO SYLLABUSVCM examination requirements do not alter annually, the current syllabus is that listed on our website.Any changes to the syllabus are announced well in advance on the College website, on Facebook andTwitter.

COMPARISONS WITH OTHER EXAMINATION BODIESVCM Grades 1 to 8 are intended to compare on a level for level basis with the grades 1 to 8 of othersimilarly recognised examination boards. In addition to Grades 1 to 8, VCM examinations are availableat several introductory levels prior to Grade 1 as a means of encouraging beginners, or students withspecial needs. Medal and Diploma examinations are also available in all subjects. Candidates at alllevels receive a written report and, if successful, a certificate or diploma.

REGULATIONSAll entries are accepted on the conditions laid down in General Regulations and Information, a copy ofwhich is available free of charge. It is also on our website: www.vcmexams.com

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Own choicesScope has been left deliberately broad to allow for a wide range of “own choice” material. Teachers areencouraged to involve students as much as possible in the choice of pieces in order to give them afeeling of ownership of their work. While prescribed pieces are mainly of a traditional nature, there is noreason why “own choices” should not include modern material from less conventional sources.

CopiesCandidates must bring copies of the works being performed for the use of the examiner. This need notnecessarily be a second copy of a book, especially when cost is a factor: many teachers encouragecandidates to copy out works, preferably using word-processors, as part of the learning process.Photocopying should be avoided and copyright law must not be broken.

Essays, projects, dissertations, folios, etc.These must be typed, word-processed, printed or neatly written. A statement signed by the teachershould certify that the work is wholly that of the candidate. Heavy binders should be avoided asessays are sent through the post and are photocopied for examiners' use. Marks are not awarded,essays are either Approved or Not Approved. Those whose essay is Not Approved but who receive apass mark in the practical examination, may resubmit a revised essay within two years. The essayresubmission fee (see fee table) is payable in these circumstances.

Sight reading, impromptu work, etc.Where the syllabuses specify “unseen” Sight Reading as a requirement, this will be handed to thecandidate during the examination. Sufficient time will be given for the candidate to read through it beforebeing asked to attempt. Impromptu work - as opposed to sight reading - will be handed to the candidatebefore the examination by the person acting as steward on the day in time for the candidate to makenotes and prepare. Candidates taking examinations that include impromptu work should therefore arrivein good time.

Costume and make-upIf candidates choose to use costume and or make-up the examiner will give credit for the effort involvedrather than the material quality of the costume, props, make-up etc. See Equal Opportunities statementin General Regulations and Information.

ChoicesThe College is always willing to look over proposed programmes submitted well in advance and giveguidance where necessary.

EXAMINERSOn occasions, two examiners may be present for purposes of Moderation or Training.

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DIPLOMA IN TEACHING ENGLISH FOR YOUNGLEARNERS DipVCM

This Diploma is intended for Pre-school teachers and other teachers who are themselves over 18 yearsof age.

Successful candidates may use the following letters after their name. DipVCM (TEYL) and wear theappropriate academical robes.

PART 1 – FOLIO OF WORKCandidates are required to prepare a Term Plan for a group of students who study English as a secondlanguage. The age range of students should be a stated selection between 4 – 10yrs. This Term Planmust be emailed to entries@vcmexams.com at least six weeks before the practical examination. It mustbe in a commonly readable format such as Word and show the candidate’s full name in the subject lineof the email. The folio should contain a bibliography showing sources of material including any websiteaddresses.

A numerical mark for the above is not awarded but written feedback and an “approved” or “not approved”assessment will be given.

PART 2 – PRACTICAL EXAM – 100 Marks – 30 minutes

SECTION 1 (40 marks) – 12 minutesTo make a 10 minute presentation on a term plan for a selected age group, different from the onepresented in the folio. Questions may follow.

SECTION 2 (25 marks) – 7 minutesTo relate a story to a group of students, within the ages of 4 -10. State the selected age group. Visualaids may be used. The examiner may participate as if a student.

SECTION 3 (10 marks) - 3 minutesTo read a short poem or passage of prose at sight.

SECTION 4 (25 marks) – 8 minutesTo answer questions on the following.· Classroom management· Problems encountered in teaching young learners· Phonetics & pronunciation· Classroom activities

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