Week 4,5. Functional English

Three separate 3-page documents to track success in reading, writing, and speaking – listening – communication.

The purpose of this research study was to investigate whether the achievement levels in ESL, for Functional Skills, can be raised. Following observation of Functional Skills English practice, during the last year, students appeared to readily struggle with the requirements of the curriculum following the introduction of the new qualification. Overall attainment rates are poor. This led me to consider whether the poor success rate was as a result of lack of exposure in functional skills. From this the thought to explore the nuances of functional English and present it in the form of a research article began. This article resonates the findings of the study conducted on the importance of Functional English for ESL learners.