TKT Handbook Modules 1 3
TKT Handbook Modules 1 3
TKT Handbook Modules 1 3
Teaching Qualications
Teaching Qualications
TKT
Modules 13
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CONTENTS
Preface
This handbook provides information for teachers interested in taking TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test) Modules 13.
For further information on any Cambridge English examinations and teaching qualifications or for further copies of this handbook, please email
ESOLinfo@CambridgeESOL.org
Contents
About Cambridge ESOL 2
Modular structure 38
Proven quality 2
Entry procedure 38
Computer-based TKT 38
Notification of results 38
Appeals procedure 38
Special Circumstances 38
Special arrangements 38
Special consideration 38
Malpractice 38
Pretesting
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Syllabus 19
Part 1 19
Part 2 19
Sample paper 20
Module 3 28
Syllabus 29
Part 1 29
Part 2 29
Sample paper 30
To find out more about Cambridge English exams and the CEFR, go to
www.CambridgeESOL.org/CEFR
Cambridge ESOL is one of three major exam boards which form the
Cambridge Assessment Group (Cambridge Assessment). More
than 8 million Cambridge Assessment exams are taken in over 160
countries around the world every year.
Proven quality
Cambridge ESOLs commitment to providing exams of the highest
possible quality is underpinned by an extensive programme
of research and evaluation, and by continuous monitoring of the
marking and grading of all Cambridge English exams. Of particular
importance is the rigorous set of procedures which are used in the
production and pretesting of question papers.
All systems and processes for designing, developing and delivering
exams and assessment services are certified as meeting the
internationally recognised ISO 9001:2008 standard for quality
management and are designed around five essential principles:
Validity are our exams an authentic test of real-life
English or teaching knowledge?
INTRODUCTION TO TKT
Cambridge ESOL also offers Delta, which covers all areas of teaching
knowledge at an advanced level and includes teaching practice.
The Delta modules are:
TKT is divided into separate modules. Candidates can take all of them
or just choose the ones that meet their needs. A certificate is received
for each module completed.
The modules are divided into two main areas.
There are four core modules, designed to provide a foundation in the
principles and practice of language teaching:
teaching qualifications
TKT: Practical
TKT: CLIL
(Content and Language Integrated
Learning)
CELTA
Certificate in Teaching English to
Speakers of Other Languages
ICELT
In-service Certificate in English
Language Teaching
Previous qualifications/training
Not
essential
Not
essential
Not
essential
Not
essential
Not
essential
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Local
requirements
apply
Primary,
secondary
or adults
Primary,
secondary
or adults
Primary,
secondary
or adults
Primary,
secondary
or adults
Primary or
secondary
Adults
Primary,
secondary
or adults
Primary,
secondary
or adults
Primary,
secondary
or adults
Primary,
secondary
or adults
Candidate requirements
Key:
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TKT: Modules 13
Teaching Knowledge Test
Teaching qualifications
Teaching experience
Test features
Support
Overview
Module
Title
Timing
Test format
Language and
background to
language learning
and teaching
1 hour 20 minutes
Lesson planning
and use of
resources for
language teaching
1 hour 20 minutes
Two parts
with 80 objective
questions
Managing the
teaching and
learning process
1 hour 20 minutes
Two parts
with 80 objective
questions
Aims
Candidature
pre-service teachers
teachers who wish to refresh their teaching knowledge
teachers who are moving to teaching English after teaching
another subject.
Candidates are not required to fulfil any specific entry criteria for
TKT Modules 13 and there are no formal English requirements.
However, candidates are expected to be familiar with language
relating to the practice of ELT. A non-exhaustive list of teaching
terminology is provided in the TKT Glossary, which can be found on
our website: www.CambridgeESOL.org/TKT
MODULE 1
Module 1
Language and background to
language learning and teaching
Overview
FORMAT
TIMING
NO. OF QUESTIONS
TASK TYPES
ANSWER FORMAT
L
MARKS
module 1
Syllabus
Part 1
Areas of teaching
knowledge
Part 1: Describing
language and
language skills
68 tasks consisting of
approximately 40 questions
grammar
parts of speech
the forms and use of grammatical structures
lexis
types of meaning
word formation, e.g. prefixes, suffixes, compounds
word groupings, e.g. synonyms, antonyms, lexical sets,
homophones, collocation
register
symbols from the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)
phonemes, word stress, sentence stress, intonation
and connected speech
functions
context
levels of formality
appropriacy
a range of functions and their typical exponents
language skills
Part 2
45 tasks consisting of
approximately 25 questions
Tasks include one-to-one
matching; 3/4/5-option
matching; 3-option multiple
choice and odd one out.
phonology
learner needs
Syllabus area
23 tasks consisting of
approximately 15 questions
Part 3:
Background
to language
teaching
module 1
Syllabus area
motivation
influences on motivation
the importance of motivation
measures that can increase motivation
acquisition
on form
silent period
L2 learners need for interaction
and focus on form as complements
of exposure
differences in age
learning
Part 3
This part of Module 1 tests candidates knowledge of the pedagogic
choices the teacher has at his/her disposal to cater for learner
characteristics, learning processes and the differences between L1
and L2 learning. This part also tests knowledge of concepts and terms
related to teaching and learning procedures and activities, including
assessment.
Candidates need to demonstrate an understanding of methods, tasks,
activities and terminology related to:
Syllabus area
introductory activities
learner needs
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MODULE 2
Module 2
Lesson planning and use of resources for language teaching
Overview
FORMAT
TIMING
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MODULE 2
Syllabus
Part 1
Areas of teaching
knowledge
Lesson planning
56 tasks consisting of
approximately 40 questions
57 tasks consisting
of approximately 40 questions
teaching aids
appropriate to learners
and aims
identifying and
selecting lesson aims
identifying the
different components
of a lesson plan
planning an individual
lesson or sequence of
lessons
choosing assessment
activities
supplementary materials
and activities
Syllabus area
Part 2
choosing assessment
activities appropriate to
learners, aims and stages
of learning
coursebook materials
Part 2: Selection
and use of
resources
Syllabus area
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module 3
Module 3
Managing the teaching and learning process
Overview
FORMAT
TIMING
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module 3
Syllabus
Part 1
Areas of teaching
knowledge
Part 1: Teachers
and learners
language in the
classroom
6 tasks consisting of 40
questions
instructing
prompting learners
eliciting
6 tasks consisting of 40
questions
Tasks include one-to-one
matching; 3/4/5-option
matching; 3-option multiple
choice and odd one out.
Syllabus area
the functions
commonly used by
the teacher in the
classroom
identifying the
functions of language
used by learners
in the classroom
(tasks may involve
analysis of learner
language which is not
completely accurate)
categorising learners
mistakes
Part 2
This part of Module 3 tests candidates knowledge of the range and
function of strategies available to a teacher for managing classes
in ways appropriate to learners and to teaching and learning aims.
These include variety of activity and pace, ways of grouping learners,
techniques for correcting learners mistakes and the roles a teacher
can fulfil at different stages of the lesson.
Candidates need to demonstrate an understanding of concepts and
terminology related to the following and their implications for the L2
classroom:
Syllabus area
classroom management
grouping learners
correcting learners
giving feedback
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Entry procedure
Candidates must enter through an authorised Cambridge ESOL
Examination Centre. A list of Cambridge ESOL Examination Centres
is available from Cambridge ESOL from the email address on page
1. Institutions wishing to become Cambridge ESOL Examination
Centres should contact the Centre Registration Unit at Cambridge
ESOL.
TKT is available throughout the year. Candidate details must be
submitted to Cambridge ESOL at least six weeks prior to running the
session. Please note that more notice may be necessary if candidates
have special requirements and therefore need special arrangements
(see opposite).
Copies of the regulations and more details on entry procedure,
current fees and further information about this and other Cambridge
ESOL examinations can be obtained from the Cambridge ESOL
Centre Exams Manager in your area, or from the email address on
page 1.
Computer-based TKT
A computer-based version of TKT Modules 13 (CB TKT) is also
available via the Cambridge Connect internet delivery system.
Please contact your local Cambridge ESOL Examination Centre for
more information.
Notification of results
Certificates are despatched to Centres approximately two weeks
after receipt of answer sheets by Cambridge ESOL. Please note that
despatch of candidates results will be delayed if they need special
consideration or are suspected of malpractice.
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Appeals procedure
Cambridge ESOL provides a service to enable Centres to appeal, on
behalf of candidates, against assessment decisions that affect grades
awarded to candidates, e.g. decisions relating to results and decisions
relating to irregular conduct.
Candidates should first contact their Cambridge ESOL Centre Exams
Manager for advice. Further information about the appeals procedure
can be found at www.CambridgeESOL.org/support
Special Circumstances
Special Circumstances cover three main areas: special arrangements,
special consideration and malpractice.
Special arrangements
These are available for candidates with disabilities. They may
include extra time, separate accommodation or equipment, Braille
versions of question papers, etc. If you think you may need special
arrangements, you must contact the Cambridge ESOL Centre Exams
Manager in your area as soon as possible so that the application can
be sent to Cambridge ESOL in time (usually 8 12 weeks before the
examination, depending on what is required).
Special consideration
Cambridge ESOL will give special consideration to candidates
affected by adverse circumstances before or during an examination.
Special consideration can be given where an application is sent
through the Centre and is made within ten working days of the
examination date. Examples of acceptable reasons for giving special
consideration are cases of illness or other unexpected events.
Malpractice
The Malpractice Committee will consider cases where candidates
are suspected of copying, collusion or breaking the examination
regulations in some other way. Results may be withheld because
further investigation is needed or because of infringement
of regulations. Centres are notified if a candidates results are
being investigated.
Pretesting
No. The modules are free-standing. Candidates may enter for any
number of modules in any order.
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BAND DESCRIPTORS
Band descriptors
Module 1:
Language and background to
language learning and teaching
Module 2:
Lesson planning and use of resources
for language teaching
Module 3:
Managing the teaching and learning
process
BAND 4
BAND 3
BAND 2
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