IELTS

TEACHING KNOWLEDGE TEST

PROFESSIONAL AND UNIVERSITY EXAMS

OTHER BRITISH EXAMS

TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test) is a test developed by the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations for teachers of English to speakers of other languages. It aims to increase teachers’ confidence and enhance job prospects by focusing on the core teaching knowledge needed by teachers of primary, secondary or adult learners, anywhere in the world.  This award helps teachers understand:

• Different methodologies for teaching
• The ‘language of teaching’
• The ways in which resources can be used
• The key aspects of lesson planning
• Classroom management for different needs

WHAT IS TKT FOR?

• To test candidates’ knowledge of concepts related to language, language use and the background to and practice of language teaching and learning.
• To provide an easily accessible test about teaching English to speakers of other languages, which is prepared and delivered to international standards, and could be used by candidates to access further training, and enhance career opportunities.
• To encourage teachers in their professional development by providing a step in a developmental framework of awards for teachers of English.

WHAT DOES TKT CONSIST OF?

TKT consists of three modules. For each module candidates are required to answer 80 multiple choice questions. As TKT tests candidates’ knowledge of teaching rather than their proficiency in the English language or their performance in the classroom, candidates are not required to listen, speak or produce extended writing when taking TKT.

Module 1 – Language and background to language learning and teaching

• Describing language and language skills
• Background to language teaching
• Background to language learning

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

WHO IS IT FOR?

TKT is suitable for teachers of English in primary, secondary or adult teaching contexts and is intended for an international audience of non-first language or first language teachers of English.

Candidates taking TKT will normally have some experience of teaching English to speakers of other languages. TKT may also be taken by:

• Pre-service teachers
• Teachers who wish to refresh their teaching knowledge
• Teachers who are moving to teaching English after teaching another subject

Candidates are advised to have a minimum language level of Council of Europe Framework Level B1.

TKT TEST DATES and REGISTRATION

1. Check the test dates below and fill in the Registration Form;
   
   - Test date in 2012: 17 March 2012
   - Registration period: 24 October 2011 –  20 January 2012 (at 17:00 closed)
   
   Registration for the exam is subject to the availability of places.
   
   
2. Send the test fee (KRW55,000 for each module) to the bank account below;
   Korea Citi Bank 0-015867-019 (British Council Korea)
   
   Please note that you should send the test fee with the sender's name of
   '15121+your name' for Aug test.
   
   
3. Check your registration through our website one week after transferring the test fee.
   You will receive a Statement of Entry and a confirmation letter from British Council one month prior to the test date.
   
   
4. Note
   
   - You can only postpone the test once during the registration period and you cannot cancel the test once
   it is delayed.
   - You can cancel the test only during the registration period and you will be refunded 75% of the test fee.
   - If you wish to delay or cancel the test, please e-mail with your bank name and account number to us.