The Format

There are four topics, listening, academic reading, academic writing and speaking. In each topic there are units which correspond to the task types that will be presented during the exam. There is also an overview of each paper outlining timing, marking and what types of questions you are likely to face in that section as well as some general information for the paper. Each task unit is also started with basic information about the questions and what the examiners are looking for. This is then followed by tips and suggestion for approaching the task practice material and vocabulary and language which might be useful for the task. I have also, based on suggestions from colleagues, tried to give each type of information/practice a colour code. For example, sample questions are in yellow, tasks which need to be completed in blue, grammar point in green.
I am yet to decide if this format will stay, student opinion will ultimately be the deciding factor, but that is how it stands at this moment.

The greatest problem I have had with formatting is working remotely and is a problem I also had as a students. There are times when feedback is so much more useful when you can engage in active discussion with colleagues and peers. I will get around this by spending a day in Milton Keynes with colleagues however students on the course may not have this luxury and it is a point that needs to be carefully considered when laying out the course.