Modules
TKT tests knowledge about the teaching of English to speakers of other languages. This knowledge includes concepts related to language and language use, and the background to and practice of language learning and teaching. The tests are simple to administer, and each contains a range of tasks with a total of 80 objective format questions.
The testing syllabus for TKT has theoretical, practical and management strands. These are all universal aspects of what a successful teacher of English will need to know. The syllabus covers areas that apply to Cambridge ESOL’s other teaching awards such as CELTA or DELTA, but at TKT level teachers do not need to demonstrate such a wide/deep understanding of these.
The broad syllabus areas have been grouped into three modules as shown below:
Module |
Title |
Description |
1 |
Language and background to language learning and teaching |
This module looks at general knowledge of the subject matter to be taught and background to ways of teaching and learning. These aspects have been grouped together as they underpin the rest of the test. Their inclusion also makes explicit the methodology of the test. |
2 |
Lesson planning and use of resources for language teaching
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This module looks at what occurs before specific classroom events – the planning and selection of lessons, resources and materials.
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3 |
Managing the teaching and learning process
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This module looks at the classroom event itself – teacher and learner language, and the management of the classroom and the learning process. |