Stepping into English

Learning the basics of English can be hard.  For many people, it has been a stumbling block to working or studying.  But we have a resource to help!

Stepping into English Stepping into English is a Pre-level 1 Book for ESL based on the ACSF curriculum. It is a two-book course that covers the basics of English.  From reading, writing, speaking and listening, you will cover everything from how to read and fill out important forms to money values and shopping transactions. With lessons in greetings, rhyming words, basic maths, and things encountered in daily life, students will be well equipped for their next steps in working or studying. It can be completed at your own pace and is great for a classroom environment or one-on-one tutoring.

Stepping into English can be used as a learning tool in conjunction with The Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). ACSF is a comprehensive tool designed to assist both specialist and non-specialist English language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) practitioners describe an individual’s performance in the five core skills of learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy. It provides a consistent national approach to identifying and developing the core skills in three diverse contexts; personal and community; workplace and employment; and education and training. To learn more about ACSF, head to http://www.innovation.gov.au/skills.

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Pricing and Purchasing

Stepping into English can be bought in an ESL (English as a Second Language) version or an NON-ESL version. To purchase, choose the correct version from the drop down menu below, and click Buy Now.   Not sure of the best version to purchase?  Use the contact form below and we can help! Prices include GST.

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About the Author

Bev Gosling has been working in the field of testing and assisting adults in literacy and numeracy since 1983. Bev’s qualifications in Adult Literacy and Numeracy include a Bachelor of Educational Studies, a Graduate Diploma in Resource Teaching, and a Certificate IV in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, which have served her well in her experience in literacy and numeracy training. 

Bev worked overseas for seven years in Papua New Guinea running and writing programs for English as a second language. During her time in Papua New Guinea, Bev trained teachers and oversaw ten village schools and boarding schools.

Bev has also been involved in developing modified literacy programs and tutoring programs in Australian schools. 

In more recent years, Bev has planned and set up adult literacy groups to help students overcome severe deficiencies and disabilities. She assists community groups around Australia, which have been referred to her by the Department of Employment and Industrial Relations. She also works training volunteer literacy and numeracy tutors. 

Bev’s unique combination of experience, qualifications and wealth of knowledge has all contributed to her development of the Stepping into English series.