TKT
Teaching Knowledge Test
Prove your teaching knowledge with this series of flexible tests
TKT is a series of modular teaching qualifications which test your knowledge in specific areas of English language teaching. It will help you to build your confidence, and is a great way to develop professionally by earning an internationally recognised qualification. Whether you are a new teacher or have years of experience, TKT is ideal for people who need to prove their teaching knowledge with a globally recognised certificate.
You can take as many modules as you want, over any time period. You receive a Cambridge English certificate for each module you complete.
TKT Core Modules
Module 1 - Background to language learning and teaching.
This module tests candidates’ knowledge of terms and concepts common in English language teaching. It also focuses on the factors underpinning the learning of English and knowledge of the range and functions of the choices teachers have at their disposal to cater for these learning factors.
Module 2 – Lesson planning and use of resources for language teaching
This module focuses on what teachers consider and do while planning their teaching. It also considers the linguistic and methodological reference resources that are available to guide teachers in their lesson planning.
Module 3 – Managing the teaching and learning process
This module tests teachers’ knowledge of what happens in the classroom in terms of the language used by the teacher or learners, the roles the teacher can fulfil, and the ways in which the teacher can manage and exploit classroom events and interactions.
TKT Specialist Modules
CLIL – Content and Language Integrated Learning
This module tests knowledge of the aims and rationale of a CLIL approach. It covers the planning, teaching and assessment of CLIL. It also focuses on teachers’ awareness of learning demands and support strategies for learners in CLIL programmes.
YL - Young Learners
YL is an exam for teachers and classroom assistants who want to teach English to young learners. It tests knowledge of concepts related to young learner learning and development, and knowledge of young learners from a teaching perspective, including the planning, teaching and assessment of young learners’ work.
Preparation Courses and Dates
TKT Courses
IH Guayaquil offers preparation courses focusing on each module of the TKT exam.
During the course, you will receive input about each point of the TKT syllabus by an expert teacher trainer. In addition, you will be provided instruction so that you become familiarized with the exam formant and structure. Finally, you will have the opportunity to develop test-taking strategies specific to the TKT, to ensure you maximize your performance on the day of the exam.
