Discover Trinity College London

Discover Trinity College London

Discover Trinity Trinity College London is a leading international examinations board with a difference. Our reputation rests on our ability to provide respected qualifications in the English Language, Music and Drama. What sets us apart is our focus on the learner, every learner. Our exams and assessments are designed to help students and trainees progress; to mark an achievement at each stage of their development, and at all levels of competence, on a journey towards fulfillment of their own individual talents and abilities. Trinity has been conducting exams since 1877, and our assessments are now taken in over 60 countries each year. Trinity recognizes a unique spectrum of communicative skills - from music, drama, arts activities to English language - at all levels. Trinity assesses skills using real-world tasks, promoting effective teaching and learning as preparation for successful performance in life. Trinity delivers a local support programme for teachers which is tailored to allow for flexible learning and teaching styles. Trinity provides unique opportunities for professional development. With expert examiners and the backing of leading specialists and academics, the quality of our product and our approachable style give Trinity College London the human touch, designed to encourage and motivate all students to achieve their personal, vocational and professional goals. To discover more about Trinity visit www.trinitycollege.com - www.trinitycollege.it

Accreditation & Recognition Trinity College London is an examination board registered as a charity in the United Kingdom Trinity College London is recognized as an awarding body by The Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). Trinity qualifications regulated by Ofqual are now included within the European Qualifications Framework (EQF). Some of the benefits of accreditation are that our qualifications are considered for points within the Tariff operated by the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). This applies only to qualifications accredited at Level 3. Trinity Grades 6 to 8 in music, drama. Furthermore, UCAS confirms Trinity English Exams from Grade 7 and ISE II as suitable benchmarks in English language proficiency for entry to UK Higher Education. Trinity s ESOL qualifications are approved by the UK Border Agency (UKBA) for use within its points-based system for UK immigration. Links to to Ofqual and UKBA sites can be found on the British Council Italian webpage www.britishcouncil.org/it/italy-exams-esami-enti-certificatori-britannici.htm All Trinity s English Language examinations are mapped to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Trinity is a full member of the Association of Language Testers in Europe (ALTE). In Italy Trinity exams are included in the Elenco Enti Cerificatori issued by the Italian Ministry of Education on 12.07.2012 (prot. number AOODGAI/10899). Trinity is accredited as a training institution for teachers by the Italian Ministry of Education (prot. number Decreto 27.01.2001 confirmed by Decreto 05.07.2005, prot. 1228). Trinity Examinations can be used as credits for the High School Leaving Exam (Esame di Stato) and are recognized by a number of university faculties for admission and for university credits. Details of the university faculties which recognize Trinity examinations in Italy can be found at www.trinitycollege.it 3

ENGLISH LANGUAGE QUALIFICATIONS, EXAMINATIONS, AWARDS

Trinity Stars Young Performers in English Award Trinity Stars - Young Performers in English Award - provide an opportunity for teachers and children to present language in songs, poems, short plays, stories or musical works. Trinity Stars are designed to encourage the teaching and learning of English language skills from a very young age through the medium of drama and performance. There are three stages and a separate Trinity Stars School Show Award. Trinity Stars can be taken before or alongside any of the Trinity Graded Examinations in Spoken English. Although each performance must be in English there are no specific criteria for grammatical structures to be used for any of the awards. Trinity Stars are suitable for children who are learning English as a foreign language. It is recommended that children have had at least one year of English language-learning. There is no limitation (space permitting) on how many children are in each group. There must be a minimum of five. Performances take place in the participating schools. For more information on Trinity Stars, including centre registration and operational details contact trinitystars@trinitycollege.it. 5

English Language Examinations & Qualifications TESOL qualifications for teachers Besides English Language Examinations, Trinity is a leading provider of qualifications for teachers in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). We have been validating courses and awarding qualifications for over 30 years, and ours are among the most widely recognized and respected in the industry. To find more about TESOL please visit www.trinitycollege.com English language Examinations With Trinity College London you can gain an English language certificate to prove your proficiency in speaking, listening, reading and writing. All Trinity English language examinations form a natural part of any course of English language study, undertaken in a group or individually. Preparation for the examination supports the study programme chosen by the teacher and learner, rather than interfering with it. There are three main suites of English Language examinations. GESE The Graded Examinations in Spoken English test candidates ability in Listening and Speaking. They are one-to-one oral examinations with a native Englishspeaking Trinity examiner resident outside of Italy. There are 12 grades in all from pre A1 to C2 of the CEFR. The exams encourage students to develop and progress by acknowledging each step forward; at every stage of the student s development there is a chance to mark success. Stage Initial Elementary Intermediate Advanced Grade 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 CEFR n/a A1 A2.1 A2.2 B1.1 B1.2 B2.1 B2.2 B2.3 C1.1 C1.2 C2 Topic presentation Topic discussion Tasks Candidate-led discussion of topic Interactive task Topic discussion Interactive task Listening task Conversation Conversation Conversation Conversation

ISE Trinity s Integrated Skills in English examinations assess Speaking, Writing, Listening and Reading. The examination is available at 5 levels, from A2 to C2 of the CEFR. Level ISE 0 ISE I ISE II ISE III ISE IV CEFR A2 B1 B2 C1 C2 Components Portfolio 3 tasks 3 tasks 3 tasks 3 tasks 3 tasks Controlled Written exam 2 tasks 2 tasks 2 tasks 3 tasks 3 tasks Interview 2 tasks 2 tasks 3 tasks 5 tasks 5 tasks SEW The Spoken English for Work examination is a unique assessment of Speaking and Listening including a telephone task. The examinations are available at four levels starting at B1 of the CEFR. Level SEW 1 SEW 2 SEW 3 SEW 4 CEFR B1 B2.1 B2.3 C1 Telephone task Telephone task Telephone task Telephone task Interactive task Interactive task Interactive task Tasks Topic discussion (examiner-led) Topic discussion (candidate-led) Topic presentation Topic discussion (examiner-led) Formal topic presentation Topic discussion (candidate-led) Discussion Discussion Discussion Discussion 7

What makes Trinity language examinations a unique experience Teachers get immediate feedback after the exam session After each Trinity practical exam session the examiner gives up to 30 minutes feedback to the teachers on the general performance of the students as a group. Impact in the classroom Trinity s exams have a major impact in the classroom as teaching becomes more communicative. Individuality and creativity Trinity s exams foster individual learning paths and creativity. The exams allow students choice so that they can select topics of their own interest. In this way they perform better and progress faster. Freedom to teach English as a living language Teachers appreciate the fact that they are able to teach real communicative skills and they do not have to spend every available moment in exam preparation, teaching techniques, tips and tricks that will never be used outside the classroom. Flexible The exam dates of GESE (Graded Examinations in Spoken English) and SEW (Spoken English for Work), as well as the interview components of ISE (Integrated Skills in English) are offered on demand whenever is convenient for the school and normally at the students place of learning. So Trinity exams can become part of any course, however long or short. Recorded exams make for transparent assessments All of Trinity s oral exams are recorded by the examiners using audio recording devices. These audio files document the live assessment, giving a window into the exam room and allowing Trinity to monitor the examiners and ensure that they are consistent and reliable.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXAMINATIONS: ROCK & POP, MUSIC, DRAMA 9

Rock & Pop Exams Trinity s groundbreaking Rock & Pop exams for Bass, Drums, Guitar, Keyboards and Vocals provide an opportunity for rock and pop musicians to gain accredited qualifications through performing carefully chosen and arranged songs across the rock and pop genres. To discover more about the Rock&Pop repertoire visit www.trinityrock.com, to register as a centre contact music@trinitycollege.it Exam structure Component Option Pass mark Song 1 Song 2 Song 3 Session skills Choose a song from the relevant Trinity Rock & Pop book or from www.trinityrock.com Choose a different song from the book or from www.trinityrock.com or perform a song you have chosen yourself or perform a song you have composed yourself. For Song 2 you may choose to sing and play, e.g. by adding vocals to playing keyboards or adding a guitar accompaniment to your vocals. Choose one of the two Technical focus songs from the book, which cover three specific technical elements. Maximum mark 15 25 15 25 18 30 Choose either Playback or Improvising 12 20 TOTAL 60 100

Music Examinations & Qualifications Every year Trinity College London supports the music education of thousands of students with assessments across a wide spectrum including popular, jazz, contemporary and classical music. Trinity College London graded examinations and diplomas span from performing, teaching, theory of music to composing. The candidate is at the heart of our focus. That is why we offer insightful assessments for everyone, from beginners right up to diplomas for the most advanced candidates. All Trinity examiners are professional musicians, and they take special care to make candidates feel relaxed in the examination room, creating a positive environment which enables them to demonstrate their talents to their full potential. Music exams are available at many levels from initial to advanced and in a vast variety of instruments. Trinity also offers qualifications for Music teachers and professionals. For more information on Trinity music syllabuses visit www.trinitycollege.com. For centre registration and operational details contact music@trinitycollege.it or contact the Italian Coordination Office. 11

DRAMA Examinations & Qualifications Trinity College London offers an unrivalled choice of examinations and qualifications for students and teachers of drama subjects, at all levels of experience and ability. Our syllabuses provide a structured framework designed to encourage the progressive development of integrated dramatic performance over time. Exams can be taken by individuals, pairs or groups. Study strands include: Drama, Individual Acting Skills, Group Performance, Shakespeare, Choral Singing, Musical Theatre, Performance Arts Candidates enjoy an entirely free choice of repertoire in all examinations, and we actively encourage them to explore the literature and drama of their own culture so long as it is delivered in English during the examination. Trinity also offers qualifications for professionals in the drama sector. For more information on Trinity Drama syllabuses visit www.trinitycollege.com or write to drama@trinitycollege.it

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Discover Trinity Meetings/Events PON Support Programme Discover Trinity Workshops DISCOVER TRINITY Events with Teacher Associations and Publishers Online Trinity Support for Teachers Discover Trinity Conventions Our integrated Support Programme is completely free of charge

Discover Trinity ConventionS There is no better place than these Conventions to discover what Trinity is and does, as well as keeping up to date with all the latest news from Trinity College London, including syllabus releases, events and new products. Teachers from all over Italy join us for the unique opportunity to: listen to leading Trinity academics attend workshops led by examiners network with other teachers meet the Trinity Italy team. Whether you are new to Trinity or an enthusiast, you are sure to benefit from these special events. 2012 CONVENTIONS Mapping progress in real communication These conventions are designed to support good communication classroom practice and how teachers can measure their students development in real world communication skills. Dates & Venues address details and registration form available from www.trinitycollege.it/eventi/ Milan, 17th October Bari, 19th October Rome, 22nd October Naples, 24th October Catania, 26th October Programme 8:15 9:15 Registration 9:15 10:45 Plenary Session - Introduction: Antonietta D Introno, Raffaele Nasti, Robin Poppelsdorff - News from Trinity: Claudia Beccheroni - Integrated Support Offer: Manuela Kelly Calzini - What are Communicative Skills: Dr Elaine Boyd and Dr Dianne Wall - Real prompts, real conversations: Dr Mark Griffiths 15

10:45 11:30 Coffee Break 11:30 13:00 Parallel Introductory Sessions Parallel Session A: teachers with experience in the preparation of Trinity exams will have the opportunity to attend a talk on How we assess communicative skills by Dr E. Boyd and D. Wall Parallel Session B: A star is born. A hands-on, practical guide to the new suite of Trinity Awards. This session is open to teachers of young learners who are interested in the new Trinity Stars: Young Performers in English Award. Parallel Sessions C, D, E, F: teachers with little or no experience in the preparation of Trinity exams will have the opportunity to choose from the following introductory workshops: - C Introduction to GESE exams at A1-A2 of the CEFR - D Introduction to GESE and ISE exams at A2 of the CEFR - E Introduction to GESE and ISE exams at B1 of the CEFR - F Introduction to GESE and ISE exams at B2 of the CEFR 13:00 14:30 Break 14:30 17:00 Workshops Real communication, positive assessment These workshops, for all teachers - with or without experience of Trinity examinations - will offer materials and techniques to increase the level of real communication in the classroom and help teachers to positively assess what students can do. Workshop 1: Materials and techniques for the preparation of GESE exams at A1-A2 of the CEFR Workshop 2: Materials and techniques for the preparation of GESE and ISE exams at A2 of the CEFR Workshop 3: Materials and techniques for the preparation of GESE and ISE exams at B1 of the CEFR Workshop 4: Materials and techniques for the preparation of GESE and ISE exams at B2 of the CEFR Workshop 5: On Stage. Ideas and tips for involving the whole class/group when putting on a school/class play. Workshop 6: Admin Support (conducted in Italian), the workshop will illustrate procedures on how to become a Trinity Centre and organize an examination session as well as a demo session to illustrate the new Trinity Online

Discover Trinity WorkshopS Our workshops are practical in nature, providing teacher training opportunities as well as occasions to network and exchange ideas. To know more about dates, venues and how to register visit www.trinitycollege.it Trinity s Online Support for Teachers Trinity Website Through our dynamic website teachers will have access to a range of highquality resources including syllabuses, lesson plans, FAQs, news, contacts and much more. Visit www.trinitycollege.com and www.trinitycollege.it. Trinity Online Journeys For those who prefer to work from their own home our Moodle Platform offers you a repository of teaching resources, opportunities to enter into dialogue via forums or skype chats, a tutor online 5 days a week as well as complete learning journeys across the GESE and ISE grades. These include collaborative and classroom research tasks. To register on the Trinity Moodle Platform simply go to our website www.trinitycollege.it and click on Moodle. Once you are directed to our Moodle page follow the instructions to register. Events With Teacher Associations and Publishers Every year Trinity organizes a number of events throughout Italy in cooperation with Language Teacher Associations and renowned Publishers. Visit our website www.trinitycollege.it to find out more about dates, events and venues. 17

Discover Trinity Meetings A qualified member of the Italian Support Team will come to visit your school and illustrate Trinity Exam Suites. These meetings are tailored according to the target audience: Discover Trinity for Principals Discover Trinity for Parents Discover Trinity for Teachers Discover Trinity for Students You can request a Discover Trinity Meeting directly from our website. Simply click on Discover Trinity and complete the request form, including the target audience for which you are requesting the event. The Italian Support Team will organize a series of Regional Discover Trinity Events which are designed for those teachers with little or no experience of Trinity examinations. To know more about dates, venues and how to register visit www.trinitycollege.it.

Trinity & PON Support Programme In compliance with the directives from the relevant offices at the Italian Ministry of Education the type of examination and the choice of the Examination Board must be established during the planning phase of the project. For those projects which include an educational stay abroad it is important to choose whether to sit the final exam abroad or in Italy after returning from the educational stay. Besides our Integrated Support Programme, our specific PON Support Programme includes: Meetings to provide GOP members, or anyone who manages the administrative aspects of the project, with all the operational support necessary in order to plan and organize a Trinity exam session. You can ask for a meeting or attend one organized by the PON support team directly from the website www.trinitycollege.it/pon A dedicated email address pon@trinitycollege.it A dedicated section on the website with ad hoc materials. A dedicated email address should you wish the students to sit their exams at the end of a study stay in Malta: malta@trinitycollege.it A dedicated page on www.trinitycollege.com should you wish the students to sit the exams at the end of a study stay in the UK and Ireland. 19

CONTATTI INFORMAZIONI Esami di Inglese Esami di Musica e nuovo esame Rock & Pop Esami di Drama Trinity Stars Young Performers in English Award Formazione online per docenti Comunicati e notizie Altre informazioni e comunicazioni Trinity & Progetti PON gese@trinitycollege.it ise@trinitycollege.it sew@trinitycollege.it music@trinitycollege.it drama@trinitycollege.it trinitystars@trinitycollege.it moodle@trinitycollege.it ufficiostampa@trinitycollege.it info@trinitycollege.it pon@trinitycollege.it Organizzazione e supporto sessioni di esame Liguria, Piemonte, Valle d Aosta Lombardia Veneto, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Trentino Alto Adige Emilia Romagna, Marche, Toscana, Umbria Lazio Abruzzo, Basilicata, Molise Puglia Campania Calabria Sardegna, Sicilia nordovest@trinitycollege.it lombardia@trinitycollege.it nordest@trinitycollege.it centronord@trinitycollege.it lazio@trinitycollege.it centrosud@trinitycollege.it puglia@trinitycollege.it campania@trinitycollege.it calabria@trinitycollege.it isole@trinitycollege.it Per un eventuale contatto telefonico, i recapiti sono disponibili sul sito www.trinitycollege.it photos: Mike Goldwater - Mountview, Santhosh Chandran - Andy Howes - Milk Photographie - Tas Kyprianou - Laura Mtungwazi - Performers College, David Bartholomew