If you want to have better one-to-one conversations that genuinely support growth, these courses are for you. Advising in Language Learning (ALL) offers practical, research-informed ways to help people think more deeply about their learning, goals, and decision-making—whether you are a language learner, a teacher, an advisor, or simply someone who works closely with others.

In this taster course, you gain some basic knowledge of the field and how to get started developing the skills you need to engage in reflective dialogue with learners.

In subsequent courses, learn how reflective dialogue can raise awareness, build confidence, and foster autonomy. The approach draws on ideas from humanistic counseling, coaching, mentoring, and reflective practice, and shows how these can be applied in a supportive, non-directive way. Rather than giving advice or solutions, you will learn how to listen more effectively, ask better questions, and create conversations that lead to insight and meaningful change.

This follow-up introductory course is ideal if you want to:

• take greater ownership of your own learning

• support learners or colleagues more effectively in one-to-one settings

• develop transferable communication skills for education, coaching, or professional contexts

• explore the foundations of Advising in Language Learning before moving on to more advanced study

The free course has some initial videos and summaries to help you get started.