Teacher Training

Supporting higher scores

Cambridge English Qualifications (CEQ) Teacher Training – Supporting higher scores through effective preparation. This four module Training course is designed for teachers that are either actively preparing students for a CEQ, or those getting ready to do so.

This professional development course consists of four, three-hour modules that cover the parts of the exam in great detail. Taught with a focus on interactivity, the teachers become the students and with the assistance of rich and engaging materials, receive in depth instruction on how best to support their students in turn. Please see the module descriptions below. The training course order is identical to that of the test itself, allowing for further continuity and information cohesion. Please note that there are two versions of this course available, with either a General or Business focus.

1. Reading

This training module will give detailed information on the structure of the Reading papers together with examples of the types of questions asked and the skills needed to answer them through practical application. Time is limited during the test so it is important to be able to read quickly to identify the correct answers. Advice and examples will be given on how to avoid ‘silly’ mistakes that can cost students a lot of marks.

2. Writing

Writing This training module will result in detailed information on the structure of the Writing test together with examples of the types of questions asked. Different writing skills are tested, and these will be discussed, illustrated and practiced. Advice on layout and organisation will be given together with examples of common errors.

3. Listening

Listening This training module will give detailed information on the structure of the Listening Test together with examples of the types of questions asked and how to answer them. Hands-on techniques to help students identify correct answers will be provided as well as ways to avoid the most common errors.

4. Speaking

Speaking This training module will give detailed information on the structure of the Speaking test together with examples of its various parts. Practice will be given on each part and the ‘Dos and Don’ts’ will be clarified. The aim is to reassure students, and to help them overcome their nervousness and build confidence by showing them exactly what to expect in their test.

Quick Facts

The CEQ teacher training course is best suited to groups of 2-8 people, but adjustments to this can be made.
The interactive nature of the course ensures the retention of knowledge gained.
The Cambridge English Languages (CEL) course instructors are teachers themselves, with not only valuable experience in the classroom, but extensive knowledge of teaching the entire suite of Cambridge exams as well.
After training, teachers can expect continued access to support materials from cambridge.org.
The IELTS test has ALTE Q recognition, giving meaning to teaching the test.
Course materials are reviewed and analysed together.

Costs and Arrangements

Location: In your school or one of our venues.
Cost: Dependent on time, location and number of participants.
Schedule: Customer defined; over two days, or over four weeks i.e. on Wednesdays, weekend, etc.
Travel: Calculated from point of origin.
Course manuals provided.
Short breaks between sessions.
Infrastructure: A medium size room, chairs, tables and a beamer.