TKT Selection and Use of Resources 2

Question 1

What is a 'coursebook' and what is its role in language teaching?

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A published teaching and learning resource providing a structured syllabus, language presentations, and practice activities for learners

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A teacher's personal notebook of lesson ideas

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A government-produced national curriculum document

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A reference grammar used by teachers to check language points

Question 2

What does 'adapting materials' mean in an ELT context?

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Modifying or adjusting existing teaching materials to better suit the needs, level, or interests of a particular group of learners

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Translating coursebook materials into the learners' first language

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Writing entirely new materials from scratch

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Photocopying materials from a coursebook for learner use

Question 3

When would a teacher use 'realia' in a language lesson?

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When using real-life objects such as coins, food packages, or bus tickets to provide authentic context for language practice

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When showing a video clip from a television programme

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When giving learners practice examinations under exam conditions

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When reading aloud from a published coursebook

Question 4

What is the main advantage of using 'authentic materials' in language lessons?

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They expose learners to real-world language use, including natural features such as colloquialisms, hesitation, and complex discourse

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They are always grammatically simpler than coursebook texts, making them easier to understand

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They are cheaper to produce than published coursebooks

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They are always more appropriate for beginners than for advanced learners

Question 5

What does 'IWB' stand for and how is it used in language teaching?

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Interactive Whiteboard — a large touchscreen display connected to a computer, allowing teachers and learners to interact with digital materials directly on the board

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Integrated Writing Board — a writing frame used in academic skills lessons

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Individual Written Brief — a personalised homework assignment

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Intensive Worksheet Bundle — a set of grammar practice exercises

Question 6

What is a 'graded reader' and when would a teacher use it?

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A simplified version of a text or novel adapted to a specific proficiency level for extensive reading

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A teacher who has been assessed as highly effective by their school inspector

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A specialised reading test designed to measure learners' reading level

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A type of intensive reading activity using a short authentic text