Martin McMorrow
- 2007-04-09
Hi Emma,
the short answer would be that CELTA is better known and more likely to get you a job. Here are the basic differences:
TKT
It stands for 'teaching knowledge test' and that's what it is basically. A written test on methodology and language awareness. It's designed mainly for English teachers who have English as a second language. The minimum level of English required to take the test is IELTS 4 (CEF B1)- about intermediate level. It's been running for about 3 years. As far as here in New Zealand, it tends to be used at the end of courses for overseas teachers of English (as an option). There is no standard curriculum for courses and people can even enter for the exam independently.
CELTA
This is a course (ie not a test) which combines practice and theory. Most places run it over 4 weeks, but it can also be done part-time. There's a syllabus which centres have to fulfill and this includes 6 hours of observed and assessed teaching practice. To get on a course, you need to pass a preinterview language task and an interview. Most candidates speak English as their first language, but this isn't a requirement. However, the language level required to enter the course is high - it isn't specified in IELTS terms, but would probably be equivalent to 7.5 (CEF C2). The course has been running in one form or another for 30 years and is very well known in the private language teaching sector in many countries.
You'll find more information at:
http://www.cambridgeesol.org/teaching/index.htm
cheers,
Martin McMorrow
New Zealand
Mingong
- 2007-04-09
http://www.cambridgeesol.org/support/dloads/tkt/tkt_hb.pdf
://www.cambridgeesol.orghttp/support/dloads/tkt/tkt_examrep06_mod1.pdf
What is CELTA?
CELTA is an initial qualification for people with little or no previous teaching experience and opens up a whole world of exciting teaching opportunities. Because it is awarded by Cambridge ESOL, part of the world famous University of Cambridge, you can rely on its quality and recognition.
http://www.cambridgeesol.org/teaching/celta.htm
What is TKT?
TKT is a new test from Cambridge ESOL about teaching English to speakers of other languages. It aims to increase teachers' confidence and enhance job prospects by focusing on the core teaching knowledge needed by teachers of primary, secondary or adult learners, anywhere in the world. This flexible and accessible award will help you to understand:
* different methodologies for teaching
* the 'language of teaching'
* the ways in which resources can be used
* the key aspects of lesson planning
* classroom management methods for different needs
After taking TKT, teachers who want to develop their knowledge further can progress to Cambridge ESOL's well-established teaching awards, such as ICELT (In-service Certificate in English Language Teaching) and CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults).
hello,
I would like to ask the difference between the CELTA and the TKT?
Which is the most recognised?
Thanks