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3) Welcome letter 4) Tips for your students Exam day tips leaflet IDs Mobile phones 5) Test Day photo 6) Revision Tips Read them through and discuss them with your students 8) Summary regulations for candidates 2012 9) Notice to Candidates ESOL 2012 10) Cambridge NEWS: Certificate despatch dates 2012 Cambridge English Webinars for Teachers in 2012 11) Cambridge ESOL FOR SCHOOLS exam version 12) Cambridge ESOL FOR SCHOOLS exam dates 13) Faster Results FAQ 16) TCL ISE Text type definitions Introduction Text type definitions 23) Fees section Confirmation of Entry release date 26) Dates and venues in the provinces 27) Trinity Fees 2012
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Dear Colleagues, Hope this new issue of A Window to the World finds you all well, organized and ready for the challenges ahead. In this issue, we have included various pieces of information: useful, relevant, valuable and congratulatory. Please make sure you read it all, we are confident you will want to share it with your students, your colleagues and with us! Firstly, Dickens is coming even closer to you and your students: Dickens have added Rocha, San Carlos and San Jose to the list of venues for the Cambridge ESOL exams in the provinces. Not only is Dickens coming closer to you but also offering more options for your students: PET FOR SCHOOLS in Melo and Maldonado, FCE FOR SCHOOLS, BEC VANTAGE, BEC HIGHER and CAE in Maldonado as well. Find the dates and venues that best suit you and your students in this issue. You may also want to look for the Dickens workshops on the speaking paper being held all over the country. Secondly, we have created a section with some key points and information on the Cambridge ESOL FOR SCHOOLS exam versions which are growing in popularity amongst younger students. Here, you can find a highlight of the main aspects of this new version and the advantages it can give your students. We encourage you to read this section very carefully and do get in touch with us if you need further information. On this note, we would like to congratulate St Clares College and Woodside School in Maldonado and Melo for taking the first step into the FOR SCHOOLS version of the Cambridge ESOL exams in the provinces. St Clares College will be doing FCE FOR SCHOOLS for the second time now and their doors are open if you are willing to take the FCE FOR SCHOOLS exam in Maldonado. Woodside School is doing PET FOR SCHOOLS in Maldonado and is willing to share their venture with other pioneer students and teachers. I hope you are one of them! On the other hand, Melo will be doing PET FOR SCHOOLS as well, at Colegio Ivinara, the invitation is open to all those who would like to be pioneers (from Melo or surrounding areas) and join them. Please see the list of dates and venues for further details. Thirdly, you will also find a new section on exam tips which we hope you and, particularly your students, find useful. The idea is for this section to be read and discussed in class with your students as these tips can make a difference on the day of the exam. Last but not least, Cambridge is implementing a new system to make sure students can access their exam results FASTER. Please do read the information on this topic and share it with your students. As we said earlier, lots of challenges ahead It is our hope we have been able to help you get better organized and ready for these challenges by providing useful information and showing you all your options If you are still in need of a helping hand, do get in touch with us and remember Education is our passport to the future, for the tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today Malcolm X
Revision Tips
Everyone feels nervous about taking exams. Here are some tips to help you make the most of your revision time and keep those nerves under control. Its important to remember that an examination is a test of learning, not memory. Revision should be a process of consolidating understanding rather than cramming as much information as possible before the morning of the exam.
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From 2012 Cambridge ESOL will despatch certificates 2 weeks after the results are issued rather than the current 6 weeks. This will apply to all exams, except where the result and certificate are issued at the same time (TKT and YLE). This is part of Cambridge ESOL ongoing programme to reduce the length of time it takes to issue results and certificates and Cambridge ESOL hope that it benefits you and your candidates.
Cambridge ESOL are launching a new series of free webinars for you and your teachers. The webinars will be available on Monday afternoons and Wednesday mornings (UK time) and will include topics such as: Introducing the revised Cambridge English: Proficiency Introducing Cambridge English: First for Schools Introducing Cambridge English: Key for Schools Using the new Writing Assessment mark scheme Each webinar will be led by a team of experts and we will also provide you with downloadable support materials, a certificate of attendance and a recording of the presentations. To sign up to any of Cambridge ESOL webinars or find out more information, please visit www.CambridgeESOL.org/webinars.
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So, if every single feature is identical to the standard version, whats different, then? The only difference is that the content and treatment of topics in the for Schools version have been particularly targeted at the interests and experience of school pupils. This clearly makes the tasks in hand more approachable to younger students giving these young candidates a better chance to obtain better results. It has been developed with exam content aimed at the interests and experience of schoolaged learners. (11-16 year olds) Do you think its now too late to start working on the for schools version? Not at all you can always use the standard version material used upto now and give your students exam practice on the FOR SCHOOLS version.
You can download practice tests or sample papers from the Cambridge ESOL website http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exam-preparation/index.html Click on the exam level you wish your students to practice and look for the materials available. You can also visit Cambridge ESOL Teacher Support Website for extra materials and resources https://www.teachers.cambridgeesol.org/ts/
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PET for Schools
ENROLMENTS ** 10th to 14th September and 24th to 28th September U$s 112 Written 1st to 5th October Saturday 24 th November Speaking
U$s 132
ENROLMENTS ** 10th to 14th September and 24th to 28th September U$S 108 1st to 5th October Written Speaking
U$s 128
Saturday 24 th November
ENROLMENTS ** 24th September to 5th October U$s 112 Written 8th to 11th October Tuesday 4th December 30th November to 10th December Speaking
U$s 132
ENROLMENTS ** 24th September to 5th October U$S 108 Written 8th to 11th October Tuesday 4th December 30th November to 10th December Speaking
U$s 128
ENROLMENTS ** FCE for Schools 10th to 14th September and 24th to 28th September USS 196 ENROLMENTS ** FCE for Schools 24th September to 5th October USS 196 Written 8th to 11th October USS 232 Saturday 1st December 23rd November to 2nd December Speaking Written 1st to 5th October USS 232 Tuesday 27th November 16th November to 25th November Speaking
If you would like to receive FOR SCHOOLS exam materials, or have any questions do drop us line (intexams@dickens.edu.uy) or give us a call (2710 75 55 ext 123) International Examinations Dept.
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ISE
Text Type Definitions
ISE writing tasks require candidates to produce a variety of different text types e.g. reports, formal letters, stories etc. When preparing for the Portfolio and Controlled Written examination, it is useful to know how Trinity College London expects each text type to be presented and what we expect it to include. The ISE Text type definitions document gives guidance for each text type regarding: Text definition Organisation and presentation Language Style and register Text excluded from the word count
Section 1 - Correspondence
A. Postcards (ISE 0 only) Organisation and presentation
Present in a postcard format May include the recipients address and the date (not included in word count) Have a greeting (followed by an optional comma) The message should be brief and clear Have a suitable closing
Language
Use the relevant language items of ISE 0 as required e.g. Past simple tense, Going to future Accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected
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B. Memos (ISE 0 only) A memo is a short note normally used within the workplace. Organisation and presentation
Present in a memo format Include the names of the writer and receiver of the memo May include the date (not included in word count) There is no need for an address May include a short and clear subject title (not included in word count) Writers can use bullet points or numbered lists Have a suitable closing
Language
Use the relevant language items of ISE 0 as required e.g. Past simple tense, Going to future Accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected Disclaimer: This document has been provided to assist teachers with the preparation of learners for the Trinity Integrated Skills in English examinations. Please make sure you consult the syllabus fully for all requirements of the examinations. Trinity will not accept appeals which cite the use of this document in support of the appeal.
C. Notes (ISE 0 only) A note is an informal, short piece of writing. Organisation and presentation
Present in a note format Include a greeting and closing There is no need for the date or an address The message should be brief and clear
Language
Use the relevant language items of ISE 0 as required e.g. Past simple tense, Going to future In real use there may be tolerance of spelling, grammar and punctuation deviations. In the context of examination submissions however, accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected
Language
Include the relevant language items of the level as required Accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected Punctuation conventions to be observed and consistent, including address, greeting and signing-off e.g. Dear Mary(,) i.e. comma optional but not Dear Mary! Capitalisation must be observed, as appropriate
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Style and register should be consistent
E. Formal letters (ISE I, II, III & IV) Organisation and presentation
Include sender and recipient's address, positioned at top of letter (not included in word count) Include date, below addresses (not included in word count) Subject of letter (optional), positioned before greeting on left or centred. Include an appropriate greeting e.g. Dear Mr Young, Dear Sir/Madam and closing e.g. Yours faithfully, Yours sincerely The letter should be well-organised into appropriate paragraphs e.g. an opening paragraph which gives the reason for writing, the body of the letter and the final concluding paragraph Sign off with signature and full name printed underneath
Language
Include the relevant language items of the level as required Accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected Punctuation conventions to be observed and consistent, including address, greeting and signing-off e.g. Dear Mary, (comma optional) but not Dear Mary! Capitalisation must be observed, as appropriate
Language
Include the relevant language items of the level as required In real use there is great tolerance of spelling, grammar and punctuation deviations. In the context of examination submissions however, accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected Emoticons e.g. 'smilies' and conventional abbreviations e.g. ASAP are acceptable (not included in word count) Text-messaging conventions are not acceptable, e.g. 'R', 'U
G. Blogs (ISE IV only) A Blog (a portmanteau of web log) is a website where entries are written in
chronological order by various participants. Blogs provide commentary on a particular subject such as education, politics or international events.
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Language
Use a very wide range of language to formulate thoughts precisely differentiating finer shades of meaning In real use there is great tolerance of spelling, grammar and punctuation deviations. In the context of examination submissions however, accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected Emoticons e.g. 'smilies' and conventional abbreviations e.g. ASAP are acceptable (not included in word count) Text-messaging conventions are not acceptable, e.g. 'R', 'U Highly accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected
Language
Use the relevant language items of ISE 0 as required e.g. Present simple tense, Going to future Accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected Start each instruction with an imperative verb form that instructs the reader to do something e.g. Open the door, Add the butter
B. Directions (ISE 0 only) Directions tell the reader how to get from one place to another or how to find a
particular place.
Language
Use the relevant language items of ISE 0 as required e.g. Present simple tense, Going to future Accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected Start each direction with an imperative verb form e.g. Turn left at the supermarket, Continue on this road for five kilometres
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C. Reports (ISE I, II, III & IV) A report is a factual description of an event or situation. It may be written for
a superior (e.g. teacher, manager), a peer group (e.g. colleagues) or a general audience (e.g. a committee). A report will certainly contain some factual descriptions and explanations and possibly some suggestions, justifications or recommendations. Due to the factual nature of reports, they would not normally include the writers opinion.
Language
Use the relevant language of the level as required Accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected Use wording and terminology appropriate to the intended audience There is a greater tolerance of technical language as the audience for a report is likely to be restricted and to some extent informed Cohesive devices, discourse connectors, linking expressions can be used
D. Articles (ISE I, II, III & IV) An article is a piece of writing on a particular subject in a newspaper,
magazine or journal. Articles are written to arouse interest and win over an audience who are not necessarily knowledgeable about the subject matter. It will usually include the writers opinion, commentary or interpretation.
Language
Use the relevant language of the level as required Accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected Cohesive devices, discourse connectors, linking expressions can be used Descriptive language, language of opinion and rhetorical questions can also be used
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E. Reviews (ISE I, II, III & IV) A review calls on the candidate to react to an event, performance, work of
art or literature, film, drama, product and so on.
Language
Use the relevant language of the level as required Accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected Cohesive devices, discourse connectors, linking expressions can be used Descriptive language and language of opinion can be used
F. Summary (ISE I, II, III & IV) A summary is a short clear description that gives the main facts or ideas
about something.
Language
Use the relevant language of the level as required Accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected
Language
Use the relevant language of the level as required Accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected A variety of verb tense may be used Descriptive language should be used to add interest e.g. adjectives and adverbs
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B. Descriptive writing Descriptive writing requires the writer to describe something, especially in a
detailed and interesting way.
Language
Use the relevant language of the level as required Accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected Descriptive language should be used to add interest e.g. adjectives and adverbs
Language
Use a very wide range of language to formulate thoughts precisely differentiating finer shades of meaning Highly accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation is expected
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