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Trinity - Spoken English Exams |
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| What | ||||
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Trinity Spoken English exams are a series of 'real-world' oral exams
which assess the candidate's general conversation and their ability
to discuss a prepared topic. The exams are divided into 12 different
grades ranging from True Beginner to near-native speaker fluency.
Such an extensive range of grades means that learners can sit for
an exam which is truly commensurate with their level of English. Unlike many ESL/EFL exams, the Trinity Spoken English exams allow a great deal of flexibility in the way they can be delivered. In many instances, they are used in conjunction with a school's own syllabus, rather than in opposition to it. For example, in Italy, they are used to complement the State English exams. The exams are also unique in that, from Grade 4 upwards, students can decide in advance the topic which they wish to talk about during the exam. As they progress through the grades, a new task is added at each stage. The Trinity College Introductory Grades (Grades 1 to 3) are suitable mostly for children from 7 years of age, while Grades 4-12 are suitable for all ages. Candidates generally receive their results the following day, though certificates are not normally issued until 6-8 weeks after the exam. The grades awarded are linked to the Council of Europe's framework for languages. |
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| Why | ||||
The Trinity Spoken English exams are internationally recognized. Over
30 UK universities and Colleges of Higher Education recognize Trinity
Grade 10 in Spoken English as the entry level of English for undergraduate
study. Grade 8, on the other hand, is considered the level at which
candidates will be able to use their English at work for standard
functions and exchanges. The exams provide
an official recognition of a student's level of spoken English. |
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| Who | ||||
| Trinity College, London - a non-profit-making organization which has registered exam centres around the world. | ||||
| When | ||||
| The Trinity Spoken English exams are run on demand, all year round. | ||||
| Where | ||||
| Worldwide, particularly Europe. | ||||
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