The new teaching award from the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations

What is TKT?

TKT is the Teaching Knowledge Test. TKT tests knowledge about the teaching of English to speakers of other languages, and concentrates on the knowledge needed by all English language teachers. It is an easily accessible test which is prepared and delivered to international standards. Through TKT, teachers find out about the main areas of teaching knowledge needed in the English language teaching classroom.

TKT focuses on:

different ways of teaching
the ‘language of teaching’
how resources can be used
the key elements of lesson planning
classroom management methods for different needs

Who is TKT for?

TKT is suitable for teachers of primary, secondary or adult learners all over the world and can be taken at any stage in a teacher’s career. It is also ideal for people who would like to teach English but have not yet started teaching.

What does TKT involve?

TKT comprises three modules, or sub-tests, which cover different aspects of teaching knowledge. The modules can all be taken together at the same time or separately, in any order and over a period of time. For each module there is an 80-minute test containing 80 questions. Candidates select the best answer for each question and mark this on a computerised answer sheet.

Module 1

Language and background to language learning and teaching

Describing 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 a lesson or sequence of lessons
Selection and use of resources and materials

Module 3

Managing the teaching and learning process

Teachers’ and learners’ language in the classroom
Classroom management

Teachers who wish to take TKT may follow a preparation course before taking the test. But this is not compulsory and they can prepare themselves through their own reading and study if they prefer.

When I can take a TKT test?

TKT test will be administered on 16 January 2010

How can I register?

The time to register for the May TKT test is 15 - 25 November 2009. Candidates should submit a completed application form to British Council office on these days. The test fee for all three modules is GBP 93 (or GBP 31 per module), payable in Georgian Lari to the bank.

How can I prepare for the test?

By enrolling on the British Council/ETAG TKT preparation course;

By downloading sample TKT tests for your personal practice from here:

Module 1

Module 2

Module 3

By downloading and consulting the TKT handbook.

For more information on TKT visit www.CambridgeESOL.org/TKT or contact our Exams Manager

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