Hiroshima JALT:

The New TOEIC Test: Understanding and Overcoming the Challenges

Date: Saturday, April 14th, 2007 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Speaker: Grant Trew

Description:
In May 2006, the TOEIC test went through changes in format. This workshop aims to clarify the changes to the test, highlight the impact and implications for both test takers and teachers and present some approaches to overcoming the problems Japanese learners are likely to face. The presenter will give examples of the new format and use interactive tasks to highlight some of the key challenges test takers will face. Participants will then be introduced to activities that can be used to prepare students to improve their scores. An overview of the format and implications of the new Speaking and Writing tests will also be included.

It is intended that participants will leave the workshop with a better understanding of the TOEIC test changes and how these are likely to affect their students and programs, and also with a stock of techniques to better deal with these changes.

Organization: Hiroshima Chapter of the Japan Association for Language Teaching (Hiroshima JALT)

Cost: JALT Members: free
Non-members: 500 yen

Venue: Crystal Plaza 6F International Center (next to ANA Hotel), 8-18 Nakamachi, Naka-ku Hiroshima

Location: Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan

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