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TKT GENERALITIES
What does TKT stand for?
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TKT is Teaching Knowledge Test
How is TKT evaluated?
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All of the TKT modules are taken on paper, and consist of 80 questions per module.
You will have 80 minutes to take each module, and each question is worth one mark.
There are multiple-choice and matching questions.
How many modules are there in TKT?
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There are five modules:
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Specialist modules
Module:
TKT: YL
:face_with_cowboy_hat:It is an exam for teachers and classroom assistants who want to teach English to young learners.
:fire: It tests knowledge of concepts related to young learner learning and development, including the planning, teaching, and assessment of young learners’ work.
Module :
TKT: CLIL- Content and Language Integrated Learning
:check:It tests knowledge of the aims and rationale of a CLIL approach.
:straight_ruler:It also focuses on teachers’ awareness of learning demands and support strategies for learners in CLIL programs.
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Core modules
Module :one::
Background to language learning and teaching
:female-teacher:It focuses on the knowledge of terms and concepts common in English language teaching.
:linked_paperclips:Factors underpinning the learning of English.
Module :two::
Lesson planning and use of resources for language teaching
:clipboard:It focuses on what teachers consider and do while planning their teaching.
:pencil2:Linguistic and methodological reference resources that are available to guide teachers in their lesson planning.
Module :three::
Managing the teaching and learning process
:recycle: It evaluates teachers’ knowledge of what happens in the classroom in terms of the language used by the teacher or learners
:bulb:The roles the teacher can fulfill, and the ways in which the teacher can manage and exploit classroom events and interactions.
Bands
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There are 4 Bands of assessment
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Band 2
Generally comprehensive and accurate / extensive knowledge of areas on the TKT syllabus.
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Band 3
Basic knowledge of areas on the TKT syllabus
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Band 1
Comprehensive and accurate / extensive knowledge of areas on the TKT syllabus.
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Band 4
Restricted knowledge of areas on the TKT Module syllabus
Why to take the TKT?
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It helps people to build their confidence.
People who take the TKT test have an internationally recognized qualification that proves their language-teaching abilities.
It also enhances job prospects on the core teaching knowledge needed by teachers.
Do we need to take the all the TKT modules?
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:cold_sweat:No, we can be taken one, two or even the three modules in any order or combination.
Will we get a certificate?
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:smiley:Yes, we will give a separate certificate for each module that we take.
Do candidates need to have a certain level of English before taking the TKT?
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:sweat: No, but it is strongly recommended that the level should be at least intermediate.
Can we use the dictionary during the test?
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:cry: No, it is not allowed to use a dictionary.
Bibliography
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaqJvXpA0wo
https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/teaching-english/teaching-qualifications/tkt/about-tkt/
https://www.eltconcourse.com/training/tkt/tkt_overview.html
Name: Shirley Niquinga
