TKTTeaching Knowledge TestA new teaching award for English language teachers
Knowledge about the theory and practice of English language teaching increases teachers' confidence, improves their teaching and provides access to higher - level teaching awards and professional support materials.
TKTA new test for teachers of English to speakers of other languages.
Focuses on core teaching knowledge.
For teachers of primary, secondary or adult learners, anywhere in the world.
For both experienced and novice teachers.
Ideal for teachers in work and pre - service.
Motivates and develops teachers.
Flexible and accessible for teachers from all backgroundsTests will be available throughout the year at centres all over the world.
Modules can be taken on their own or as a complete package.
No need to follow a preparation course.
Fast turnaround of results.
A modular approach to testingTKT's three modules can be taken together in one exam session or separately. Each module consists of a test of 80 questions, lasting 80 minutes, which require candidates to select the correct answer.
Module 1 Language and background to language learning and teachingDescribing language and language skills
Background to language learning.
Background to language teaching.
Module 2 Planning lessons and use of resources for language teaching.Planning and preparing lessons.
Selection and use of resources and materials.
Module 3 Managing the teaching and learning processTeachers' and learners' language in the classroom.
Classroom management
Further informationTKT is available as from 2005; the test is currently undergoing extensive trialling throughout the world.
Many existing Cambridge ESOL centres and supplier institutions are likely to offer courses to prepare teachers for the test. Tutors may also use TKT as part of their teacher training courses to ensure core teaching knowledge is adequately covered and assessed.
Course AimsProvide candidates with a strong foundation in the core areas of
EFL/ESL teaching knowledge.
Develop, through keeping an on-going Portfolio of teaching and work experience, reflective practitioners.
Identify the methodologies that are most effective in the English language classroom.
Analyse the impact of teaching on student’s learning
Course DetailsModular Approach
TKT’s can be taken together in one exam session nor sat separately
Sessions covering all areas of knowledge as detailed by the University of Cambridge
Maximun 8 participants
On line consulting before sitting for the exam
Any time e-tutoring
Assignments and examination practaice
Enrolment for the examination takes place mid-course
Entry RequirementsOpen to native and non-native English Speakers
Open to primary, secondary or adult teachers
Open to inexperienced teachers starting a career in EFL/ESL
Open to experienced teachers as part of their on-going development programme
Level of English RequiredApplicants should have a level of spoken English which is sufficient for active participation in classes, discussions and workshops. A reasonable level of written English is necessary for the assignments (equivalent to FCE ¨A¨ or CAE, IELTS level 6/7)
TutorProf. Marcela Santafé y Soriano
Marcela Santafé y Soriano is a graduate teacher and technical, literary and scientific translator of English (Instituto Nacional Superior del Profesorado en Lenguas Vivas "Juan Ramón Fernández"). She has vast experience both as an EFL teacher and Teacher Trainer and has specialised in Methodology. She studied Licenciatura en Lengua Inglesa at Universidad de Belgrano. Marcela has run courses for teachers for over 15 years now. She worked as Language and ELT Metholodology lecturer at several Teacher Training Colleges in Buenos Aires. In 2006 she started teaching Estudios Literarios I and II at Licenciatura en Lengua Inglesa (UTN). She has worked as an Oral Examiner for University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations for the past 13 years and currently works as Language and Methodology lecturer at Instituto Superior de Formación Docente N0 52.
VenueADVICE PREP SCHOOLSan Jerónimo 3127
3000 Santa Fe
Frequencyone full day meeting per month
2nd Saturday - April to November
April, May, JuneModule 1
Language and background to language
learning and teaching.
July, August (two meetings)
Module 2
Planning lessons and use of resources for
language teaching.
September, October, NovemberModule 3
Managing the teaching and learning process.
For More information and registrationADVICE BOOK SHOPSan Martín 3031 - Santa Fe
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