Test of spoken english(TSE)

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Melodee

#81782 Thu, 17 Mar 05 02:46 AM

I would be cautious of Dean Papa John's book. It was written years ago and not updated. The TSE has changed twice since it was written and will be changing again in September. It also uses some discredited methods. Practicing answers that are purchased in book or CD form is not the way to pass the TSE. Why? The answers they give you are the same ones everyone gets, and seconds the TSE is not about answers but ability to speak English.

Melodee

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Speak English, TSE

Teacher Eric

#84520 Mon, 28 Mar 05 10:50 AM

Familiarize yourself with the type of questions found in the TSE. Then find a language partner and practice like crazy! Smile [:)]

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Manila-based ESL/ESP teacher with a TESOL. Hoping to get a "Pass" in the DELTA.

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Vanessa1975

#87413 Wed, 06 Apr 05 04:14 PM

I have this test next month, just curious: did it go well for you? Do you have the materials to study, if so, I would like to buy them.

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Linda14215

#88309 Fri, 08 Apr 05 10:19 PM

Can you sell it cheaper?

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Dr.Partha

#92408 Fri, 22 Apr 05 12:58 PM

Hello everyone I am planning to take the TSE next month but i am totally unaware of the test pattern or preparation methods. I looked through the sample questions on ETS, Everyone is making it appear like a nightmare. I also would like to know on what scale is the scoring done I understand 50 is the minimum required but is it scored on 100? (Its not metioned on the ETS site). If anyone here is from India please give some information as to where i could get material for preparation and if there are any centers for undergoing spoken english training for TSE.

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Guest

#92788 Sat, 23 Apr 05 09:54 PM

Hi everybody, I'm looking for a website with information about the places (countries) and dates that TSE is held on. I would be thankful to you if you can help me.

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Dates, TSE

Guest

#92835 Sun, 24 Apr 05 05:18 AM

sir,my problem is mostly pronunciation.

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Pronunciation, TSE

baduwa

#95670 Tue, 03 May 05 06:02 AM

I got 50 in TSE the first time I took it. How did I do it? Practise! Practise!.
I practised by recording my voice on a tape recorder whilse commenting on general issues and possible topics. After that, I listen to it and make all the necessary corrections.

I found out from friends who had taken TSE and failed that they thought the one minute was too short so they were speaking very fast. If you speak fast and you realise you are deviating from the topic, you can become too confused and will not score. The rater will not understand what you say. Number 1 lesson is speak moderately slow and never let the stop sound cut you.

Also, there is always a question on solving problems as a professional in your work place ( mistakes with customers,etc) so practise all possible situations where you must come in as a professional to solve.

There is always a question where you must leave a message on an answering machine. Learn how to greet and conclude a message. It will help you.

When answering question 1, (picture story), make sure when you begin with present tense, it continues to the end. Dont mix present and past tenses together.
This is the little advise I have for candidates.
Remember, I never used any text book or material. I just listened and watched the news broadcast on TV.
GOOD LUCK.

baduwa

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