Category Archives: Exams

Keeping an eye on the Big Picture but don’t let it terrify you!

Keeping an eye on the Big Picture but don’t let it terrify you! I’ve noticed recently how a lot of us want to learn everything straight away, and my students, despite the fact they are all intelligent young people become … Continue reading

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Control versus Accuracy in Cambridge Exams

Is Accuracy no longer invited to the ball? For years one of the criteria for assessment on Cambridge Speaking exams was accuracy of grammar and lexis at varying degrees depending on the level. Now, accuracy seems to only be welcome … Continue reading

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