Seminary2008 - all about the TKT

TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test)

Le TKT est un examen mis en place récemment pour des professeurs d'anglais pour lesquels l'anglais n'est pas la langue maternelle et qui n'ont pas ... n'ont pas obligatoirement de diplôme universitaire. Cette formation vous permet d'améliorer vos connaissances méthodologiques et linguistiques.

Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) is a test that focuses on the teaching knowledge needed by teachers of primary, secondary or adult learners of English, anywhere in the world. It can increase your confidence and enhance your job prospects.

OVERVIEW

TKT is divided into separate modules. You can take them all, or just choose the ones that meet your needs. You have total flexibility in how and when you take the modules and receive a certificate for each one completed.

Core modules

· Module 1 – Background to language teaching

· Module 2 – Planning for language teaching

· Module 3 – Classroom management

· Practical – Assessment of teaching competence

Specialist modules

· TKT: Content and Language Integrated Learning – A test of the understanding of this exciting approach to teaching curriculum subjects through the medium of a second or third language.

· TKT: Knowledge About Language – A test of knowledge and understanding of the systems of language from a teaching perspective.

· TKT: Young Learners – A test of the background knowledge related to teaching young learners in the 6–12 age range.

To find out more about taking a course:

· 1. Choose qualification

· 2. Choose your centre

· 3. Contact your centre

How much does the test cost?

to find out how much the exam costs, available exam dates and how to register CONATAC THE CENTER .

Success story

‘Taking TKT was a positive experience for me. TKT offers a great opportunity for teachers to qualify for an internationally recognised award without having to spend a lot of money or travel abroad.’

modules

module 01
Available as a paper-based test
Available as a computer-based test

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Background to language teaching

What does TKT: Module 1 test?

This module tests your knowledge of the terms and concepts common in English language teaching. It also focuses on the core knowledge underpinning the learning of English and knowledge of the options and resources you can use in the classroom.

The test

TKT: Module 1 consists of a single paper lasting 80 minutes and containing 80 questions. The test is divided into three parts:
1. describing language and language skills (40 questions)
2. background to language learning (15 questions)
3. background to language teaching (25 questions)

MODULE 02
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Planning for language teaching

What does TKT: Module 2 test?

This module focuses on the knowledge and skills you need to be able to plan a lesson framework or series of lessons.

Teaching in this context also refers to any assessment required by you to consolidate learning. It also focuses on the resources that are available to guide you in your lesson planning.

The test

TKT: Module 2 consists of a single paper lasting 80 minutes and containing 80 questions. The test is divided into two parts:

planning and preparing a lesson or sequence of lessons (40 questions))
selection and use of resources (40 questions).

MODULE 03
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Available as a computer-based test

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Classroom management

What does TKT: Module 3 test?

This module tests your knowledge of what happens in the classroom during language learning, the teacher’s role and the ways in which you can manage and exploit classroom events and interactions.

The test

TKT: Module 3 consists of a single paper lasting 80 minutes and containing 80 questions. The test is divided into two parts:

teachers’ and learners’ language in the classroom (40 questions)
classroom management (40 questions).

Specialist modules

TKT: Knowledge About Language

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What is TKT: Knowledge About Language?

TKT: Knowledge About Language tests your knowledge of the English language.

What does TKT: Knowledge About Language test?

TKT: Knowledge About Language tests knowledge of the language systems needed by teachers. It also focuses on your awareness of the language needs of learners and the challenges students encounter in learning a second language.

The test

TKT: Knowledge About Language consists of a single paper lasting 80 minutes and containing 80 questions. The test is divided into four parts, testing knowledge of English from a teaching perspective in the areas of: lexis, phonology, grammar and discourse.

TKT: Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL)

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What is TKT: CLIL?

TKT: CLIL describes an evolving approach to teaching and learning where subjects are taught and studied through the medium of a language which is not the learner’s first language.

What does TKT: CLIL test?

TKT: CLIL tests knowledge about content teaching in a target language and the learning, thinking and language skills which are developed across different curriculum subjects. It tests knowledge of how to plan lessons as well as the understanding of activities and resources needed to support a CLIL approach. It also tests knowledge of lesson delivery and how assessment is carried out in CLIL contexts.

The test

TKT: CLIL consists of a single paper lasting 80 minutes and containing 80 questions. The test is divided into four parts: knowledge of the principles of CLIL, lesson preparation in a CLIL context, lesson delivery and assessment.

TKT: Young Learners

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What is TKT: Young Learners?

TKT: Young Learners is a test of the knowledge of the strategies and skills required to teach young learners.

TKT: Young Learners is ideal if you are an international teacher working, or intending to work, in the primary sector of education.

What does TKT: Young Learners test?

TKT: Young Learners tests the background knowledge related to teaching young learners in the 6–12 age range. It also tests understanding of planning lessons, different teaching strategies and assessing learning.

The test

This module consists of a single paper lasting 80 minutes and containing 80 questions. The test is divided into four parts: learning and development in young learners, planning lessons for young learners, teaching strategies for young learners and classroom-based assessment for young learners.

TKT Glossary

This contains all the main terms and concepts used in teaching which are necessary to understand for the successful completion of the TKT modules. The glossary is regularly reviewed and revised to ensure that all modules reflect continuing developments in core areas of teaching. The current glossary was released in March 2011.

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TKT Modules 1–3 Band descriptors

This document outlines what each of the four band scores means in terms of ability for TKT modules 1–3.

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TKT Information for Candidates

A handy guide to the test, with an overview of what is involved and examples of papers.

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Summary regulations for Candidates

All the important information you need to know when taking the test.

TKT: Practical Handbook for teachers

Detailed information for centres and candidates.

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Core modules

Paper-based tests

If all three modules are taken in one day, it will be according to the following schedule:

Module 1	Morning	1 hour 20 minutes
Module 2	Morning	1 hour 20 minutes	This test is taken in the same morning as Module 1
Module 3	Afternoon	1 hour 20 minutes

Computer-based tests

TKT modules 1–3 are available as computer-based tests on the following dates:

2012

Sat 28 January	Fri 4 May	Sat 22 September
Fri 17 February	Sat 26 May	Sat 20 October
Sat 3 March	Sat 9 June	Fri 2 November
Sat 24 March	Sat 7 July	Sat 24 November
Sat 14 April	Sat 11 August	Sat 8 December

2013

Sat 26 January	Fri 3 May	Sat 21 September
Fri 15 February	Sat 25 May	Sat 19 October
Sat 2 March	Sat 8 June	Fri 1 November
Sat 23 March	Sat 6 July	Sat 23 November
Sat 13 April	Sat 10 August	Sat 7 December

Specialist modules

TKT: CLIL, TKT: KAL and TKT: YL are available as on-demand tests. Talk to your centre about what dates they are offering.

View a summary of all exam dates for 2012 | 2013 (PDF).