1. Presented by: Budor AL-Ahmadi. Presented to: Dr. Antar Abdellah.

2. We cannot hold a torch to light another's path without brightening our own. Ben Sweetland

3. TKT It is a test that focuses on the teaching knowledge needed by English teachers, anywhere in the world. It aims to increase teacher confidence and enhances his job prospects. A test of professional knowledge for English Language teachers.

4. Who is TKT for? TTeachers who would like to take an internationally recognized qualification to gain formal recognition for their experience. TTeacher who Want to keep their teaching skills up to date. IIt can be taken at any stage in a teacher’s career. IIt is ideal for people who don’t have experience in teaching English but they would like to teach. TKT is suitable for:

5. TKT Modules 1- Core modules: A- Background to language teaching. B- Planning for language teaching. C- Classroom management. D- Practical – Assessment of teaching competence. 2- Specialist modules: A- Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL). B- Knowledge About Language. C- Young Learners.

6. Core Modules A- Background to language teaching: What does? Components:  Tests knowledge of the terms and concepts common in ELT.  focuses on the core knowledge underpinning the learning of English, options and resources teacher can use in the classroom. The test is divided into three parts: 1-Describing language and language skills (40 questions) 2-Background to language learning (15 questions) 3-Background to language teaching (25 questions )

7. Core Modules B- Planning for language teaching: What does? Components:  Focuses on the knowledge and skills teacher need to plan a lesson framework or series.  Focuses on the resources that are available to guide teacher in his lesson planning. The test is divided into two parts: 1- Planning and preparing a lesson or sequence of lessons (40 questions)) 2- Selection and use of resources (40 questions).

8. Core Modules C- Classroom management: What does? Components:  Tests teacher knowledge of: a- What happens in the classroom. b- His role. c- Ways of management and exploiting classroom events and interactions. The test is divided into two parts: 1- Teachers’ and learners’ language in the classroom (40 questions). 2- Classroom management (40 questions).

9. Module 1, 2 and 3 are:  Consisting of a single paper, containing 80 questions and lasting 80 minutes.  Available as a paper-based test.  Available as a computer-based test.

10. Core Modules D- Practical – Assessment of teaching competence: What does? Components:  includes assessment of: a- Classroom management. b- Lesson planning. c- Teaching skills.  offers teachers the opportunity to gain certification for their practical teaching abilities. The test consists of: 1- Observation of teacher teaching by assessor. 2- The assessor can observe either one 40- minute lesson or two 20-minute lessons. 3- The test can be as part of a teacher training or development course.

11. Specialists Modules A- Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL ): A test of the understanding of exciting approach to teaching curriculum subjects through the medium of a second or third language.

12. Specialists Modules What does? Components:  Tests: a- Knowledge about content teaching in a target language. b- Thinking and language skills. c- Knowledge of how to plan lessons. d- Knowledge of lesson delivery. c- how assessment is in CLIL contexts. The test is divided into four parts: 1- knowledge of the principles of CLIL. 2- Lesson preparation in a CLIL context. 3- Lesson delivery. 4- Assessment.

13. Specialists Modules B- Knowledge About Language (kal) : A test of knowledge and understanding of the systems of language from a teaching perspective.

14. Specialists Modules What does? Components:  Tests knowledge of the language systems needed by teachers.  Focuses on: a- Teacher awareness of the language needs of learners. b- Challenges students encounter in learning a second language. The test is divided into four parts: Testing knowledge of English from a teaching perspective in the areas of: 1- Lexis. 2- Phonology. 3- Grammar. 4- Discourse.

15. Specialists Modules C- Young Learners: A test of the strategies and skills knowledge required to teach young learners.

16. Specialists Modules What does? Components:  Tests: a- Background knowledge related to teaching young learners in the 6–12 age range. b- Understanding of planning lessons, different teaching strategies and assessing learning. The test is divided into four parts: 1- Learning and development in young learners. 2- Planning lessons for young learners. 3- Teaching strategies for young learners. 4- Classroom-based assessment for young learners.

17. Specialist modules are:  Consisting of a single paper, containing 80 questions and lasting 80 minutes.

19. Benefits of TKT  A flexible assessment for language teachers.  A flexible path to a teaching qualification.  A step towards other qualifications.  An effective way to understand: A- Different methodologies for teaching. B- The language used in teaching. C- How resources can be used. D- Key issues in lesson planning. E- Classroom management methods.

20. Preparation for TKT A huge range of official preparation materials are available. They include printed and digital resources to support teachers and help learners prepare for their exam.

21. English Language Teaching Cambridge University Press http://www.cambridge.org/gb/elt/catalogue/subject/item382398/Teaching- Knowledge-Test-(TKT/?site_locale=en_GB British Council http://courses.britishcouncil.org/pub/tkt/  Visit Cambridge University Press website to find book for study  By enrolling on the British Council/ETAG TKT preparation course

22. English Language Teaching Cambridge University Press http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/tkt/index.html#tktm1 British Council http://www.britishcouncil.org/ge-education-exams-tkt.htm OR:  By downloading sample TKT tests for your personal practice One Stop English http://www.onestopenglish.com/exams/cambridge-esol-exams/tkt/tkt- materials/  Visit this link to find many materials which help you to be well-prepare

23.  Cambridge ESOL produces the following decuments which may be use in preparing candidate for TKT: TKT Glossary. TKT Handbook Examination report. Past Paper Pack. TKT Teaching Resource. Teacher Portfolio.

24. TKT Tips http://www.onestopenglish.com/exams/cambridge-esol- exams/tkt/tkt-tips/ Jim Scrivener.

25. Success story “ Taking TKT was a positive experience for me. TKT offers a great opportunity for teachers to qualify for an internationally recognized award without having to spend a lot of money or travel abroad”. Lorena Ariaga English Teacher, Ecuador

26. Sources “ TKT: Teaching Knowledge Test” One stop English http://www.onestopenglish.com/exams/cambridge-esol-exams/tkt/http://www.onestopenglish.com/exams/cambridge-esol-exams/tkt/ (8th Oct 2012). “ TKT” English Language Teaching Cambridge University Press http://www.cambridge.org/gb/elt/catalogue/subject/item382398/Teaching-Knowledge- Test-(TKT/?site_locale=en_GB (8th Oct 2012). “ TKT” English Language Teaching Cambridge University Press http://www.cambridge.org/gb/elt/catalogue/subject/item382398/Teaching-Knowledge- Test-(TKT/?site_locale=en_GB “Teaching English - TKT Essentials” British Counsil http://courses.britishcouncil.org/pub/tkt/ (9th Oct 2012). http://courses.britishcouncil.org/pub/tkt/ “TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test)” British Counsil http://www.britishcouncil.org/ge-education-exams-tkt.htm (8th Oct 2012). “ http://www.britishcouncil.org/ge-education-exams-tkt.htm “ TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test)” University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/tkt/index.html#tktm1 (8th Oct 2012). “ http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/tkt/index.html#tktm1 “TKT Materials ‘’ One stop English http://www.onestopenglish.com/exams/cambridge- esol-exams/tkt/tkt-materials/ (9th Oct 2012). “TKT Materials ‘’ One stop English http://www.onestopenglish.com/exams/cambridge- esol-exams/tkt/tkt-materials/ “TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test)” University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/tkt/index.html#tab1 (8th Oct 2012). “ http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/tkt/index.html#tab1 “TKT Tips “One stop English http://www.onestopenglish.com/exams/cambridge-esol- exams/tkt/tkt-tips/ (9th Oct 2012). “TKT Tips “One stop English http://www.onestopenglish.com/exams/cambridge-esol- exams/tkt/tkt-tips/