Introduction to CLIL
A clear overview of the Content and Language Integrated Learning approach.
↳ In class: start with a solid foundation and an overall vision of the approach.
Teachers · CLIL Path
Teach your subject through English. Bring CLIL into your classroom.
An international path for teachers who want to integrate subject content and English through effective, classroom-ready CLIL methodologies.
- Practical, classroom-ready approach
- Erasmus+ compatible
- Italian-speaking support in Malta
What you'll learn
The core competences of modern CLIL.
From the foundations to design tools: every area is built to be brought back into class.
What is CLIL
Definition, guiding principles and teaching implications for subject teachers.
↳ In class: explain to colleagues what you're doing and why it works.
Benefits of CLIL
Impact on motivation, exposure and depth of understanding.
↳ In class: motivate even students who are sceptical about English.
Evolution of CLIL
How the approach has developed and where it is heading across Europe.
↳ In class: position your practice within an up-to-date international frame.
The 5 Cs Framework
The model integrating Content, Communication, Cognition, Culture and Community.
↳ In class: design complete lessons in a few structured moves.
Communication
Strategies to spark authentic communication in the target language.
↳ In class: increase meaningful student speaking time.
Competences
Joint development of linguistic, subject and transversal competences.
↳ In class: work on multiple layers without losing focus.
Community
Building a learning community inside and outside the classroom.
↳ In class: turn your group into an active part of the process.
Cognition
Work on higher-order thinking based on Bloom's taxonomy.
↳ In class: move beyond memorisation and activate critical thinking.
Learner Autonomy
Tools to make students progressively more autonomous.
↳ In class: delegate responsibility and free up teaching time.
Interaction
Techniques for managing individual, pair and group interaction.
↳ In class: orchestrate dynamic activities with less organisational effort.
ZPD & Scaffolding
Zone of proximal development and linguistic / cognitive scaffolding.
↳ In class: support students where needed, without flattening the task.
Assessment Strategies
Assessment strategies consistent with an integrated language-content approach.
↳ In class: assess both language and subject competences fairly.
Bloom's Taxonomy
Use of Bloom's Wheel to choose the right task words.
↳ In class: design prompts calibrated to the cognitive level you want.
Task Design
Designing effective CLIL tasks, replicable and adaptable to your subject.
↳ In class: return with activities ready to try the same week.
Case Studies
Analysis of real CLIL cases across European contexts.
↳ In class: transfer good practices already validated in the field.
Practical Assignments
Guided practical exercises to design your own CLIL units.
↳ In class: take home materials built during the course.
Reflective Practice
Structured reflection on your teaching practice and the CLIL experience.
↳ In class: keep evolving your method over time.
From content to competence
From content to competence: a new teaching perspective.
CLIL isn't one more subject: it's a way of teaching yours, with greater depth.
- Natural integration between language and subject, without forcing it.
- Greater student engagement, even on complex topics.
- Simultaneous development of linguistic and subject competences.
- Activities easily adaptable to your own teaching subject.
- More confidence using English as the medium of instruction.
International experience
Learning CLIL in an international context.
Real exchange with European colleagues and daily immersion in the target language.
Compare notes with European teachers
Swap methods and materials with those who live CLIL in different schools.
Language immersion in Malta
English becomes the natural language of your day, inside and outside the course.
Sharing real experiences
Concrete cases told by those who lived them first-hand.
Continuous professional growth
Tools, contacts and perspectives useful well beyond the course.
International network of colleagues
An active network you can keep engaging with over time.
Sample programme
Five days, one progressive path.
A modular structure balancing theory, practice and personal design.
- 1Day 1
Introduction to CLIL and benefits
- Activities
- What CLIL is, features and benefits, evolution of the approach, first focus on the 5 Cs (Content).
- Skills developed
- Methodological framing, technical vocabulary, awareness of the approach.
- 2Day 2
5 Cs: Communication, Competences, Community, Cognition
- Activities
- Deep dive into the 5 Cs and introduction to Bloom's Wheel for choosing task words.
- Skills developed
- Integrated design, choice of task verbs, critical thinking.
- 3Day 3
ZPD, Scaffolding and Learner Autonomy
- Activities
- CLIL background, ZPD, scaffolding, learner autonomy & interaction, video analysis and reflection.
- Skills developed
- Scaffolding, interaction management, learner autonomy.
- 4Day 4
Case studies and assessment
- Activities
- Analysis of CLIL case studies, assessment strategies, preparation of the practical assignment.
- Skills developed
- Real practice analysis, coherent assessment, CLIL unit design.
- 5Day 5
Design, presentations and wrap-up
- Activities
- Finalising the practical assignment, peer presentations, wrap-up and certificate.
- Skills developed
- Didactic public speaking, peer feedback, methodological consolidation.
The programme can be adapted to the specific needs of the group.
Immediate application
Not just theory. Strategies you can use the moment you get back.
Return to class with materials, frameworks and techniques ready to try in the very next week.
- CLIL activities ready for your subject.
- Design tools for integrated language-content units.
- Linguistic and cognitive scaffolding techniques.
- Assessment strategies consistent with the CLIL approach.
- More methodological confidence in daily teaching choices.
What's included
What's included in your path
Everything you need to bring CLIL into your everyday teaching.
- 20 lessons of 45 minutes each
- Modern classrooms with IWB
- Initial placement test
- Handouts on the CLIL approach: theory, the 5 Cs, scaffolding and assessment
- Welcome Pack
- Relax area, computer area and cafeteria
- Final certificate at the end of the course
- Italian-speaking 24/7 support in Malta
- Support with Teachers Bonus reporting
CLIL path FAQ
Answers to the most common questions.
A B1 level or above is recommended to fully benefit from the course. If unsure, we'll help you with a preliminary assessment.
Bring CLIL into your everyday teaching.
Discover whether the CLIL path matches your professional goals. An Italian-speaking lead will help you find the most suitable solution for your school context.