The TKT Preparation Diploma is a full-time course designed for international students.
During these four weeks students will learn varied techniques for teaching reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation and also greatly improve their English. Each week students will also observe other ESL teachers to learn an array of instruction styles and methods.
Lectures will be given from Cambridge’s TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test) Program so students will be able to better challenge this internationally recognized examination. Practice tests will also be given weekly from TKT past examinations so students can familiarize themselves with the test format and difficulty.
In addition to weekly in-class microteachings, TKT Preparation students will have the opportunity to teach beginner English students on a weekly basis.
After finishing this course students will be given placement priority at PPC’s Cambridge TEST Center if they wish to challenge the official TKT Examination.
Level : High Intermediate/Advanced
Duration : 1 month
Class Schedule:
Classes: Monday to Thursday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Fridays: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Class Objectives:
To improve speaking and grammar skills
To develop presentation skills
To learn theories of teaching ESL
To develop flexibility, creativity and long term aims in the classroom
Quizzes and Exams:
There will be weekly quizzes. There will be a final exam during the 8th week
Microteaching:
Students will be required to prepare and teach at least once per week.
These lessons will range from 10 minutes to 1 hour as the program progresses.
Students will be given some class time to prepare for the microteachings, but mostly students will prepare as homework. Several times throughout each week, students will teach informally to small groups of classmates or to their partner.
Students may volunteer to tutor students from our lower level ESL programs. This gives you a chance to practice all your skills and is a great opportunity to learn more about the needs of students who are at the beginner level.
