WHAT IS TKT?
The
Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) is a test from Cambridge ESOL about teaching 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 flexible and accessible award will help you to 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 methods for different needs.
After taking TKT, teachers who want to develop their knowledge further can progress to Cambridge ESOL's well-established Teaching Awards, such as ICELT and CELTA.
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WHO IS TKT FOR?
TKT gives teachers a strong foundation in the core areas of teaching knowledge needed in the English language teaching classroom. It is ideal for all teachers, whatever your background and teaching experience, and is also suitable for people who would like to teach English but do not yet have a teaching position.
There are no formal entry requirements. However, anyone wishing to take TKT is strongly advised to have at least an intermediate level of English - level B1 of the Council of Europe's Common European Framework of Reference for Languages - eg PET, IELTS band score of 4.
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WHAT DOES TKT INVOLVE?
TKT has three core modules.
Each module consists of a test of 80 objective questions, lasting 80 minutes, which require you to select the correct answer and mark this on a computerised answer sheet.
These modules can be taken together in one test session or separately, in any order, over three sessions.
MODULE TITLE AND CONTENT OUTLINE
1
Language and background to language learning and teaching
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Describing language and language skills
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Background to language learning
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Background to language teaching
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Planning lessons and use of resources for language teaching
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Planning and preparing a lesson or sequence of
lessons
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Selection and use of resources and materials
3
Managing the teaching and learning process
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Teachers’ and learners’ language in the classroom
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Classroom management
Two optional modules of TKT are also available - these can be added to the three core modules above, or each can be taken independently:
MODULE TITLE AND CONTENT OUTLINE
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Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL)
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Knowledge of CLIL and Principles of CLIL
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Planning, Teaching and Assessing
Find out more >
5
Knowledge About Language
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Areas of language knowledge: Lexis. Phonology,
Grammar, Discourse
Find out more >
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HOW CAN I PREPARE FOR THE TEST IN SRI LANKA?
We want to make it as easy as possible for you to prepare yourself for this award and there are a number of learning paths available to you.
follow our TKT course which will not only give you the knowledge you need to pass the TKT but will also show you how this knowledge can be put into practice in the classroom. The course fee is Rs. 10,100/-.
Buy the Cambridge University Press course book called The TKT Course from leading bookshops. The book contains all the materials you need to prepare for the three modules of TKT together with exam practice questions.
buy the book, study independently.
buy the book and get together with a group of friends! Each of you could lead a particular session.
buy a past paper booklet from Examinations Services
study the sample papers available in Examinations Services
if you feel really confident, just register for the exam.
find out more useful details about getting prepared for the tests
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HOW CAN I REGISTER?
Registrations take place as follows for all three modules
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EXAM DATES AND REGISTRATIONS
Exam dates Venues Registration dates
Sunday 1 April British Council
Colombo 4 to 27 January 2012
Sunday 15 July British Council
Colombo 17 April to 10 May 2012
Sunday 7 October British Council
Colombo 4 to July 2012
Saturday 20 October
(computer based) British Council
Colombo 4 September to 4 October 2012
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FEE STRUCTURE
(for exams held up to Tuesday 31 July 2012)
EXAM FEE
Computer-based Rs 5,600/- per module
Paper- based Rs 4,900/- per module
*Registration dates,venue, fees and minimum requirements for examinations are subject to change at the discretion of British Council or Cambridge ESOL.
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HOW CAN I REGISTER?
collect an application form from the British Council, or download it from this website.
download the Information Sheet for Candidates for reference
- paper-based exam
- computer-based exam
register by submitting the completed entry form in person or post. Please submit the following with your application form:
- 2 recent passport-size photograph
- 2 self addressed envelopes
fees can be paid in cash, by cheque or bank draft (SL Rupees) drawn in favour of 'British Council'. You can also make a bank transfer to the following account (please bring or post the receipt with your application):
Bank name: HSBC
Account name: British Council Sri Lanka
Account number: 001-002377-002
Message: TKT- (your full name)
Credit cards are accepted ( Visa/Master/Amex)
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CANDIDATES WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
In co-operation with Cambridge ESOL, we provide a Special Arrangements Service for candidates with hearing, speech, visual and kinetic difficulties, as well as for candidates with learning difficulties such as dyslexia. We also make special arrangements for candidates who have sustained accident-related injuries, such as a broken arm, prior to the day of the exam. Download our
Information Sheet for Special Needs Candidates (PDF, 18 KB) for details of how to apply for Special Arrangements.
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TESTIMONIALS FROM OUR CANDIDATES
'I now teach in a more fun way than I did before, and less from the textbook, I’m trying to be fresher and more modern now because the course has introduced a lot of new ways to teach English. And the children seem to love it. I think the qualification is very useful, it gives me more credit, employers think it makes me more creditable, and it gives me evidence that I am a teacher'.
- Nelum Buddhadasa -
'The TKT teachers we have recruited have had a more practical approach to teaching. They know how to hold themselves. It makes a big difference to the students'.
- Mrs Kumari Perera, Director Alethea International School -
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REFUND POLICY
Refunds are only granted under medical grounds. Requests must be made within
seven days after the scheduled test date. Following documents are to be submitted for the processing of the refund
Completed Local Refund Claim Form
A Medical Certificate from recognised western medical practitioner or a hospital
Statement of Entry
Receipt issued by British Council for the examination fees paid
Please note that photocopies of the above documentation will not be accepted. British Council will retain Rs. 3,000/- from the total examination fee paid as an administration fee. Transfer of fees to a future examination session is not allowed.
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CONTACT US
Colombo
British Council
49 Alfred House Gardens
Colombo 03
T (011) 4521521 or (011) 7521521
E info.lk@britishcouncil.org
Kandy
British Council
88/3 Kotugodella Veediya
Kandy
T (081) 2222410
E info.lk@britishcouncil.org
OFFICIAL CESOL WEBSITE
EXAM PREPARATION SUPPORT
SUMMARY REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES
courses and resources for teachers
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TeachEnglish website for teachers
NOTICE - TKT candidates
SUNDAY 15 JANUARY 2012 EXAM SESSION
We have received certificates of the above examination. Please collect your certificate from our Examinations Services counter.
Opening hours:
Tuesday – Saturday
0900 - 1800
Last date for collection: Tuesday 28 February 2012
Opening Hours
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Tuesday to Saturday
Payments - 0900 to 1730
Enquiries - 0900 to 1800
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