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FAQ dominoes
Aims

To familiarise trainees with the TKT exam

To give the trainer the opportunity to observe trainees interacting

Syllabus area

Overview of TKT

Timetable t

For use in an introductory session at the beginning of a TKT preparation course

Interaction pattern

Group work

Timing

25 minutes

Materials needed

One set of dominoes (0.1A and B) for each group

Instructions
1. Divide the trainees into groups of three or four.
2. Explain that this activity is based on the game of
dominoes (demonstrate by drawing dominoes on the
board if necessary).
3. Show the dominoes to the trainees and explain that
by matching questions (on the right-hand side of each
domino) with answers (on the left), they will eventually
form a complete rectangle. Start the activity, setting a
time limit of ten minutes.
4. Monitor to ensure that all trainees are engaged; it is
likely that group leaders may emerge! Exploit any
ambiguities and queries by putting them back into the
trainees hands to encourage group cooperation and
confidence at this stage.
5. Stop groups after ten minutes and have them rotate to
the next groups workstation (elicit or feed in language:
clockwise / anti-clockwise). Ask each group to check the
previous groups work, making any necessary changes.
Stop after two minutes and rotate again, then again if
required.
6. Conduct feedback, checking the answers and answering
any queries. You could also ask the trainees which of
the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) gave them new
information about the TKT.

Variation
Shuffle the dominoes and hand out one to each trainee
standing in a circle. Have each trainee read their own
question and the corresponding answer from the card next
to them (on their left). The whole class listens, repositions,
monitors and corrects, until the domino loop is complete.

Answer key
How many questions are there in the TKT papers?
There are 80 questions in each of the three modules.
How many marks is each question worth?
Each question is worth one mark. All questions are equally weighted.
How do I mark the answers on the answer sheet?
You shade the lozenge for the answer you think is correct.
Do I need to take all the TKT modules?
No. You can take one, two or all three of the TKT modules, in any order.
What is the highest mark I can get?
Band 4. The other possible results are band 3, band 2 and band 1.
Will I get a certicate?
Yes, you will receive a separate certicate for each module taken.
When is the TKT exam?
TKT exams take place throughout the year. Contact your local Cambridge
ESOL exam centre for specic dates.
How can I enrol for the TKT?
You can enrol and pay at local Cambridge ESOL centres.
Will my own English language skills be tested in the exam?
No, the TKT tests teachers knowledge of teaching, not their language skills.
Do candidates need to have a certain level of English before taking the TKT?
No, but it is strongly advised that you have at least an intermediate level of
English (CEF: B1 / PET level).
Where can I nd out about the teaching terminology that is tested in the TKT?
The TKT glossary has denitions of the teaching terminology tested in the
TKT. You can nd it at www.cambridgeesol.org/tkt
Will my teaching be observed as part of the TKT?
No, TKT tests knowledge of language and teaching methodology, but does
not involve observations.
What is the TKT portfolio?
The portfolio is an electronic resource in which teachers keep a record of
their experiences and goals for future development.
Is the portfolio assessed?
It does not form part of the assessment for the TKT but helps develop ideas
on teaching. Find it at: www.teacherportfolio.cambridgeesol.org
Can I make notes on the question paper?
Yes, you can make notes on the question paper during the examination.
Will my notes on the question paper be marked?
No. Only the machine-readable answer papers will be marked.
Does it matter if I write in pen or pencil?
You must use a pencil to mark your answers on the answer sheet as pen
cannot be read by computer.
Can I use a dictionary?
No. The use of dictionaries is not allowed.

The TKT Course Training Activities by Joanne Welling Cambridge University Press 2009

Exam Link: General guidance

Trainers notes

0.1 A
FAQ dominoes
Dominoes

How many questions are there in the TKT papers?

There are 80 questions in each of the three modules.

How many marks is each question worth?

Each question is worth one mark.

All questions are equally weighted.

How do I mark the answers on

the answer sheet?

You shade the lozenge for the

answer you think is correct.

Do I need to take all the TKT modules?

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No. You can take one, two or all three of the TKT
modules in any order.

What is the highest mark I can get?

Band 4. The other possible results are band 3, band 2

and band 1.

Will I get a certicate?

Yes, you will receive a separate certicate

for each module taken.

When is the TKT exam?

TKT exams take place throughout the year.

Contact your local Cambridge ESOL exam centre
for specic dates.

How can I enrol for the TKT?

You can enrol and pay at local Cambridge ESOL exam

centres.

Will my own English language skills be

tested in the exam?

The TKT Course Training Activities by Joanne Welling Cambridge University Press 2009

PHOTOCOPIABLE

Exam Link: General guidance

No. The use of dictionaries is not allowed.

0.1 B
FAQ dominoes
Do candidates need to have a certain level of
English before taking the TKT?

No, but it is strongly advised that you

have at least an intermediate level of English
(CEF: B1 / PET level).

Where can I nd out about the teaching terminology

that is tested in the TKT?

The TKT glossary has denitions of the teaching

terminology tested in the TKT. You can nd it at
www.cambridgeesol.org/tkt

Will my teaching be observed

as part of the TKT?

No, TKT tests knowledge of language

and teaching methodology,
but does not involve observations.

What is the TKT portfolio?

The portfolio is an electronic resource in which

teachers keep a record of their experiences and goals
for future development.

Is the portfolio assessed?

It does not form part of the assessment for the TKT

but helps develop ideas on teaching.
Find it at: www.teacherportfolio.cambridgeesol.org

Can I make notes on the question paper?

Yes, you can make notes on the

question paper during the examination.

Will my notes on the

question paper be marked?

No. Only the machine-readable

answer papers will be marked.

Does it matter if I write in pen or pencil?

You must use a pencil to mark your

answers on the answer sheet as pen cannot be
read by computer.

Can I use a dictionary?

The TKT Course Training Activities by Joanne Welling Cambridge University Press 2009

PHOTOCOPIABLE

Exam Link: General guidance

No, the TKT tests teachers knowledge of teaching,

not their language skills.