A study guide will be shared later in the semester. Here is some general information about the exam:

In maximum of 90 minutes, you complete a set of written tasks consisting of the following:

  • Defining/explaining a number of ELT terms – You select 15 terms from a list of terms and define each briefly. Example: CEFR, metalanguage, skimming, etc. 
  • Answering questions – You select 4 questions from a list of questions and write 1-2 paragraphs addressing each question. Example:  How would you design a reading activity? What should you keep in mind? Why? What should you avoid, if anything? What tasks could you assign? What activities could you conduct?
  • Agreeing/disagreeing with statements about teaching – You select a 2 statements from a list and explain in 1 paragraph per statement why you agree or disagree with the statements, making references to current theory and best ELT practices. Example: It is important to correct every mistake students make. 



The methodology topics/areas to be assessed through the exam correspond with the content of the methodology classes and will be shared in your study guide.

Grading criteria

Points will be awarded for each answer. In the terminology part, you receive 2 points per answer. In the other two parts you receive 10 point per a complete answer. You receive 1 or 5 points for partial answers. 

The general criteria to be considered are these:
•    Accuracy of answers
•    Completeness of answers
•    Clarity of answers
•    Use of professional/ELT discourse and terminology

The exam takes place online via Zoom and you use your personal computer.