TKT is a new test 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:
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different methodologies for teaching |
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the 'language of teaching' |
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the ways in which resources can be used |
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the key aspects of lesson planning |
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classroom management methods for different needs. |
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.
After taking TKT, teachers who want to develop their knowledge further can progress to Cambridge ESOL's well-established teaching awards, such as CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults).
Most teachers are likely to follow a preparation course before taking the test but you can also prepare yourself through your own reading and study, if you prefer.
TKT has three core modules. These can be taken together in one exam session or separately, in any order, over three sessions. 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.
Module 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. |
Module 2 - 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. |
Module 3 - Managing the teaching and learning process
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Teachers' and learners' language in the classroom. |
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Classroom management. |
TKT self-study coursebooks can be ordered through the British Council 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.
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follow a series of Sunday workshops 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. Each workshop is priced at Rs. 1,300. For further information regarding the workshop schedule, please contact Lesley Dick at the Teaching Centre. |
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buy the Cambridge University Press course book called The TKT Course which is available at the British Council bookshop. This is priced at Rs 585/-. The book contains all the material you need to prepare for the three modules of TKT together with exam practice questions. |
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buy the book, study independently and attend the exam preparation workshop. For those studying alone, a special exam practice and revision workshop will be held on Sunday 30 November in Colomob for Module 3. The cost of this workshop is Rs. 1,300. |
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buy the book and get together with a group of friends! Each of you could lead a particular session. |
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buy a past paper booklet from Examinations Services |
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study the sample papers available in Examinations Services |
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if you feel really confident, just register for the exam. |
Cambridge has an excellent website which caters to students, teachers and centre administrators.
On this website, you will find:
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TKT Handbook and sample papers |
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TKT Information for Candidates |
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TKT Glossary |
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Online Teacher Resources |
Registrations take place as follows for all three modules
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Registration dates |
| Sunday 12 October |
British Council Colombo and Kandy |
- closed - |
| Exam dates (2009) |
Venues |
Registration dates |
| Sunday 11 January |
British Council Colombo and Kandy |
from 14 October to 22 November |
| Sunday 5 April |
British Council Colombo and Kandy |
from 27 January to 14 February |
| Sunday 12 July |
British Council Colombo and Kandy |
from 21 April to 16 May |
| Sunday 4 October |
British Council Colombo and Kandy |
from 12 July to 8 August |
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collect an application form from the British Council, or download it from this website. |
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register by submitting the completed entry form in person or post |
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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: 001-002377-001 Message: TKT- (your full name) |
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Credit cards are accepted ( Visa/Master/Amex) |
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fees for TKT exams - Rs 4,800/- per module |
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Please submit the following: - 2 recent passport-size photograph - 2 self addressed envelopes |
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