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PT3 Examiner Training
PT3 Examiner Training
2 14.55 15.25 NA Break 30 minutes
2 15.25 15.55 1 General Round up session 30 minutes
2 15.55 16.15 1 General Any other queries, clarifications etc. 20 minutes
(and completing feedback surveys)
Purpose of the training
• To standardise the delivery of the Speaking
tests
• To familiarise trainees to the content of the
test materials and the level of the exam
• To standardise the application of assessment
scales and scoring for Writing and Speaking
The level of the exam
Spoken Production according to the CEFR
B2
Spoken Production according to the CEFR
Written Production according to the CEFR
A1
Written Production according to the CEFR
The level of the exam
• PT3 aims to cover both the A2 and B1 level
• The PT3 scales are derived from the guidance
provided by the CEFR
• The exam is criterion referenced (i.e. to the
CEFR)
• In line with the positive ‘can do’ ethos of the
CEFR, the descriptors aim to describe
communicative ability rather than inability
Part one: Speaking Test Format
and Procedure
You will need your Instructions to
Speaking Examiners for this session
Speaking Quiz
Activity
Look at your handout, answer the questions
about the PT3 Speaking test.
Test Format (Part 1)
Controlled, Controlled,
Semi-
short, longer,
controlled,
individual individual
discussion
responses responses
Standardisation of procedure
Speaking Test Procedure
Interlocutor frame
The PT3 Speaking test involves the use of an interlocutor frame and SEs need
to appreciate the importance of the following points when using the frame:
speaking naturally while keeping to the script
using candidates’names as appropriate
stressing key words and using intonation to make meaning clear
not rephrasing in any way, if asked to repeat instructions or explain lexis
not making any unscripted comments
not deviating from the script in any way
not assuming a dominant role in the interaction.
Handling materials
Security
Efficiency Familiarity
Interlocutor behaviour
A sample PT3 Speaking test
Video 1
Peer practice with sample PT3
Speaking materials
Materials handling: round up
– maintaining the security and confidentiality of the Speaking test
– being familiar with all relevant sections of the Instructions to Speaking
Examiners booklet
– ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly
– being familiar with the appropriate test procedure
– being familiar with the appropriate test materials and using them as instructed
– switching off mobile phones
– minimising security risks by varying the test materials, using the full range of
tasks, and not always starting a session with materials which appear at the
front of the pack
– ensuring that no test materials are taken out of their personal charge
– maintaining the confidentiality of the examination throughout the examining
period and thereafter
– creating a non-intimidating atmosphere so as to encourage candidates to
perform to the best of their ability. This may involve making adjustments to
furniture layout, lighting and ventilation. The available furniture should be
arranged in the most suitable way possible, creating an informal but
professional atmosphere.
Part two: Speaking Test
Assessment
You will need your Instructions to
Speaking Examiners for this session
Speaking and the CEFR
Activity
Look at your handout, decide if the descriptors
are referring to A2 or B1.
Overall spoken production scale
Can understand questions and instructions directed at him/her with ease.
Can maintain and develop the interaction by asking and responding to questions and suggestions on familiar
5
matters using longer responses despite hesitation.
Requires very little prompting and support.
4 Candidate performance has aspects of Band 3 and Band 5 performance.
Can understand questions and instructions directed at him/her though will sometimes have to ask for repetition
of particular words and phrases.
3 Can maintain the interaction by asking and responding to questions and suggestions on familiar matters in a
simple and direct way.
Ken Lee 4 4 4 4
Pei Yi 5 5 5 5
Part three: Writing Test
Assessment
You will need your Instructions to
Writing Examiners for this session
Test format
Part Task Type Number of Items Task Format
1 Short communicative 1 A short response
message (50-80 words) to an
informal message.
PT3 Writing
Writing and the CEFR
A2 Overall Written Production B1 Overall Written Production
B2 5 5 5 5
4 4 4 4
B1 5 5 5 5 3 3 3 3
4 4 4 4 2 2 2 2
A2 3 3 3 3 1 1 1 1
2 2 2 2
A1 1 1 1 1
Below
Writing Scales Familiarisation
Assessment Scales
Content
Communicative
Organisation
Language
Achievement
Which scale for what?
Part 2 - Band 4
Performance shares features of Bands 3 and 5
Part 2 - Band 3
Uses basic vocabulary appropriately.
Uses simple grammatical forms with a good degree of control.
While errors are noticeable, meaning can still be determined.
Descriptors: A Few Notes
• 'fully informed'
• ‘relevant content’
• ‘omissions’
Descriptors: A Few Notes
• 'everyday vocabulary'
Scripts 1-5
Applying the standard
Scripts 6-15
Round up
Thank you!