The TKT Course,9780521609920

The TKT Course

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ISBN13: 9780521609920
ISBN10: 0521609925
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2005-04-18
Publisher(s): Cambridge University Press
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Summary

This is the teacher training course for teachers and trainee teachers preparing for the Cambridge ESOL 'Teaching Knowledge Test' or other initial teacher training qualifications. * Written by a team of experienced TKT writers in collaboration with Cambridge ESOL * ELT terms and concepts are clearly explained for non-specialist teachers * Model practice tests help candidates become familiar with the format and style of the new TKT exam * Full answer key makes it perfect for self-study * Methodology section with practice tests in one volume provides a comprehensive package for TKT candidates

Table of Contents

Introduction 1(4)
Module 1 Language and background to language learning and teaching
Describing language and language skills
Grammar
5(5)
Lexis
10(3)
Phonology
13(4)
Functions
17(4)
Reading
21(5)
Writing
26(4)
Listening
30(4)
Speaking
34(4)
Background to language learning
Motivation
38(3)
Exposure and focus on form
41(3)
The role of error
44(4)
Differences between L1 and L2 learning
48(4)
Learner characteristics
52(5)
Learner needs
57(4)
Background to language teaching
Presentation techniques and introductory activities
61(5)
Practice activities and tasks for language and skills development
66(5)
Assessment types and tasks
71(15)
TKT Module 1 Practice test
75(11)
Module 2 Lesson planning and use of resources for language teaching
Planning and preparing a lesson or sequence of lessons
Identifying and selecting aims
86(5)
Identifying the different components of a lesson plan
91(5)
Planning an individual lesson or a sequence of lessons
96(6)
Choosing assessment activities
102(4)
Selection and use of resources and materials
Consulting reference resources to help in lesson preparation
106(4)
Selection and use of coursebook materials
110(4)
Selection and use of supplementary materials and activities
114(5)
Selection and use of aids
119(15)
TKT Module 2 Practice test
124(10)
Module 3 Managing the teaching and learning process
Teachers' and learners' language in the classroom
Using language appropriately for a range of classroom functions
134(4)
Identifying the functions of learners' language
138(3)
Categorising learners' mistakes
141(4)
Classroom management
Teacher roles
145(3)
Grouping students
148(4)
Correcting learners
152(4)
Giving feedback
156(12)
TKT Module 3 Practice test
160(8)
Sample TKT answer sheet 168(1)
Exam tips for TKT 169(2)
Answer key for Follow-up activities 171(5)
Answer key for TKT practice tasks 176(1)
Answer key for TKT practice tests 177(1)
Alphabetical list of terms 178(4)
Unit by unit list of terms 182(5)
Phonemic symbols 187(1)
Acknowledgements 188

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