What is the final grade based on, and who decides it?
The three components of assessment are: • Teaching practice • Written assignments • Professional awareness. Performance in TP is naturally a key component in deciding a candidate’s final grade. As regards the other two assessment components… Written assignment topics include the following areas: language analysis; reflection on classroom teaching; individual learners; materials for English language teaching. These assignment are all very practical, and do not require long theoretical dissertations. The requirements for each assignment are discussed at the time the assignment is set. Professional awareness includes ability to assess one’s strengths and weaknesses, ability and willingness to work and liaise with colleagues, and other factors which may determine the candidate’s potential as a future colleague and employee. To receive a Pass, a candidate has to fulfil the requirements in all three aforementioned components. To receive a Pass B (in addition to fulfilling the requirements
