December 2011 | Frankfurt am Main

telc Season's Greetings

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

December 2011 | Frankfurt am Main

telc Season's Greetings

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

January 2012 | Frankfurt

Understanding accents

You’ve worked hard to bring your English to a good level and are confident that you can understand the language in a variety of contexts, but what happens when you meet a native speaker with an accent that you’re not accustomed to hearing? Suddenly, all your study efforts seem to have been in vain as you struggle to communicate in the most basic of situations.

January 2012 | Frankfurt

Saying it right

How important in pronunciation for those learning English as a foreign language? If you’ve mastered the various challenges of grammar and vocabulary, does the way you say the words themselves matter? The answer, of course, is yes.

January 2012 | Frankfurt

New Classroom Activities out now!

telc English has some good news for those who enjoyed boosting their language skills with the free downloadable telc English A2-B1 School Classroom Activities launched last summer. Three new thematic units are now available via the telc website – why not download some today?

January 2012 | Frankfurt

Happy new year from telc English!

This year’s New Year celebrations went off with a bang around the English-speaking world, from parties in the sunshine in Sydney to the fireworks in London ahead of this year’s Olympic Games. Many traditions were kept alive, including Hogmanay in Scotland and the descent of the New Year’s Eve ball in Times Square, New York.

December 2011 | Frankfurt am Main

telc Season's Greetings

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

December 2011 | Frankfurt

Season’s greetings from telc English!

Between festive parties and wrapping gifts, many language learners are preparing to enjoy a well-earned break over the holidays.
Seasonal celebrations around the English-speaking world are well underway, with carol singing, roast turkey and mulled wine aplenty.

December 2011 | Frankfurt

Recipes for success in English

As the annual winter celebrations get underway around the world, there are lots of fun sources of extra English practice. Christmas games and songs are popular classroom activities at this time of year, but how about a spot of festive baking to get you in the mood for the holidays?

December 2011 | Frankfurt

Practice makes Perfect!

We all know that the goal of language learning is communicative competence in everyday situations. But does that mean that accuracy is no longer important?

November 2011 | Frankfurt

Learning through literature

As the temperature drops and the winter nights start to draw in, what better way to relax than by curling up with a good book?  If that book happens to be in another language, however, do you feel any differently about reading it?

November 2011 | Frankfurt

Join our team of writers!

If you are interested in writing items for our examinations, the following workshop is perfect for you: Item Writing Workshop for the telc English Programme.

November 2011 | Frankfurt

e-Learning for English

Modern technology offers a considerable wealth of study options for language learners. These range from online content such as blogs, webinars and virtual classrooms to practical tools including CD-ROMs and smartphone applications. Whether e-learning will eventually replace traditional classroom methods, however, remains to be seen.

November 2011 | Frankfurt

The value of Business English

As the number of successful global corporations continues to rise, few companies these days fail to recognise the value of a multi-lingual workforce. And with English as the lingua franca among the international business community, motivation to learn the language is at an all-time high.

October 2011 | Frankfurt

Secrets to good spelling

The English language is full of silent letters, irregularities and exceptions to rules, making spelling something of a headache for native speakers – let alone those who are learning it as a second language. Nevertheless, there are some techniques that you can use to improve your spelling in English, and read and write more effectively as a result.

October 2011 | Frankfurt

Bilingual Education

In today's 'global village', raising a child with two or more languages is an increasingly popular choice. Whether this is achieved through parents of different nationalities, living in a foreign country, schooling or other means, many families see the benefits for a young person's development and future prospects.

October 2011 | Frankfurt

Getting it ‘write’ in English

For many people the most challenging aspect of learning a foreign language is writing. Any inaccuracies are there on the page in black and white, and the majority of the body language and compensation strategies used in spoken communication cannot be exploited. There are, however, some simple and effective ways you can improve.

October 2011 | Frankfurt

The new telc English programme!

Explore the telc English programme and find the right examination option for your students.

As the first language test provider to offer an examination format that covers two different levels of the Council of Europe’s Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, telc – language tests is delighted to unveil  the new telc English programme. Over the coming weeks we will be launching the programme by sending the telc English box to our trainers, examiners and licenced partners throughout Germany.

October 2011 | Frankfurt

Dual-level testing in detail

Ahead of publication of the full document in February 2012, an abbreviated version of the handbook to accompany the telc English A2-B1 examination is now available for free download via the telc website.
The handbook is an invaluable tool for teachers, examiners and other ELT professionals, containing detailed information on the dual-level format of the examination.

September 2011 | Frankfurt

Good news for young test takers

The new telc English A2-B1 School examination is out now.

September 2011 | Frankfurt

The secret to self-study success

There are many different ways to study a language depending on your individual learning style and objectives. With the wide range of material available these days on the Internet and through a variety of effective multimedia tools, self-study is becoming an increasingly popular option.

September 2011 | Frankfurt

How many languages do you speak?

telc test takers can gain certification of their abilities in eight different European languages besides English. Many people around the world speak more than one language, but is there a limit to how many it is possible to learn?

September 2011 | Frankfurt

Tandem – learning by sharing

A Tandem exchange is seen by many people as a highly effective method of independent language learning. It provides an authentic context for you to practice your English, and the best part is that it’s absolutely free of charge – unless you meet over coffee, of course!

August 2011 | Frankfurt

Learning vocabulary – any tips?

Together with an understanding of the structure and usage of English grammar, vocabulary is the key to gaining a sound knowledge of the language. Most learners and teachers would agree with this statement, but what is the best way to go about learning the words you need?

August 2011 | Frankfurt

Why study for a language certificate?

You’re pretty confident that you speak good English, your teacher would agree, and your friends and colleagues think so too. So what’s the use of a piece of paper telling you the same thing? Many people would say they speak English well – and they often do – but from the point of view of a prospective employer, educational establishment or governmental body, for example, simply stating that your English is good is no longer enough.

August 2011 | Frankfurt

Dual-level testing: What’s it all about?

If you’ve been following the latest telc English news via our Facebook page, you will probably have heard about the new telc English A2-B1 examination. To find out more about this ground-breaking test format, read on!

telc GmbH – The European Language Certificates is currently the only language test provider to offer an English examination that covers two different levels of the Council of Europe’s Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEF) in addition to its range of single-level tests.

August 2011 | Frankfurt

Tuning into English

“During my first school exchange to England, I kept hearing a word that sounded something like ‘shwee’. I looked in several dictionaries, but couldn’t find a translation. After a couple of weeks, I realised it was just the way that the people I met pronounced the phrase ‘Shall we…?’ to introduce a suggestion. Life was lot easier when I understood what my host family meant when they said, ‘Shwee go to the cinema?’ They laughed a lot when I told them!” – Hélène, 23, France

July 2011 | Frankfurt

Language examinations - putting your best to the test!

You're outside the examination room, waiting to be called - how do you feel? Sweaty hands, racing heart and a sense of impending doom? Or relaxed and ready to put your best to the test? Taking an English examination is perhaps not everybody's idea of fun, but if you're well prepared and keen to get your hands on that certificate, there are ways of making it an enriching experience.

July 2011 | Frankfurt

Learning by Doing!

Classroom activities for fun-loving teachers and learners – what’s your favourite?

July 2011 | Frankfurt am Main

We Seek Germany's Language Superstars!

telc GmbH is a partner in the National Competition for Foreign Languages.

The National Competition for Foreign Languages under the patronage of Federal President Christian Wulff is supporting young people who are proficient in foreign languages.

July 2011 | Frankfurt

telc English joins Facebook!

telc - The European Language Certificates is joining the world’s most popular social-networking site to offer a modern and valuable platform for English learners, teachers or simply anyone who likes the language! By saying YES! to Facebook, we’re saying yes to a new way of collaborating with English language specialists and reaching learners around the globe. Since telc believes in forging strong partnerships that last, make a difference and are mutually beneficial, we’re joining forces with Facebook to cross geographic borders and break down language barriers.

July 2011 | Kraków

4th International ALTE Conference in Kraków

With testing experts from around the world telc - Language Tests discusses new advances in language teaching and the further development of CEF.

Together with 400 attendees from 60 countries at the 4th International ALTE Conference in Kraków from 7 to 9 July, the telc Test Development team discussed the influence of the Common European Framework (CEF) on language teaching and testing.

June 2011 | Frankfurt

German national football player Lira Bajramaj becomes telc Ambassador for Integration and Multilingualism

When asked about her plans for the future, German national football player of Kosovar heritage Fatmire Bajramaj, known as “Lira”, talks about starting a family. Her future husband “should have beautiful eyes and be honest and reliable”. And she knows exactly what she wants to provide for her children: “Multilingualism and a good education. I’ll encourage them to learn, learn, learn – but also play, play, play.”

April 2011 | Izmir

telc in Turkey

Two Turkish universities become telc Examination Centres.

Thanks to the efforts of the telc Liaison Office in Istanbul, there is a growing demand for telc language certificates in the Turkish higher education sector.

April 2011 | Ankara

telc co-operates with Turkish Ministry of Education

Far-reaching agreements regarding German-Turkish collaboration in adult education and the introduction of telc Language Certificates at federal further educations centres were signed in Ankara on 20 April 2011.

April 2011 | Frankfurt

German Test for Austria

telc develops the German Test for Migrants for Austria

From 1 July, those wishing to gain citizenship in Austria will be required to demonstrate knowledge of the German language at Level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The Austrian Integration Fund (ÖIF), founded by the Federal Ministry of the Interior (BMI), is therefore to offer the German Test for Migrants for Austria. To this end, telc GmbH in Austria have created a newly-adapted version of the A2-B1 German Test for Migrants.

January 2011 | Frankfurt am Main

A scientist and a boxer: telc Ambassador Olivia Luczak

She is a successful scholar and a boxer, friendly, charming and devoid of any star status airs: We’re talking about Olivia Luczak, a graduate engineer in security technology, and a doctoral candidate in traffic technology in the civil engineering field at the Bergische University Wuppertal. As new ambassador for multilingualism and integration, she has joined a distinguished line-up that includes former German parliamentary president Rita Süssmuth and national soccer player Cacau.

January 2011 | Frankfurt am Main

The new telc English B2 School

We are pleased to announce our newest addition to the telc family of tests - the telc English B2 School examination. This examination is especially geared towards the needs of language learners who are still in school - generally speaking, students aged 17 – 19.

January 2011 | Frankfurt am Main

BAMF Visit telc GmbH

The representatives from the German Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) expressed great satisfaction with the ongoing collaboration with telc GmbH on their visit to Frankfurt on 13 January.

January 2011 | Frankfurt

New Year - New Test

The examination telc English A2-B1

The time has come! - telc – language tests is expanding the English selection of tests with a new format: telc English A2-B1.

December 2010 | Frankfurt

telc Season's Greetings

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

September 2010 | Frankfurt

Petra Roth becomes Ambassador for Integration

The Frankfurt Mayor becomes Ambassador for Integration

The thrice-elected executive of Frankfurt’s city hall helps drive home the importance of multilingualism with a personal word: “Good language abilities create self-confidence, and a sense of security and independence.”

August 2010 | Frankfurt

telc Español B2 – Register now!

500 Million People speak Spanish – How about you?

At telc you can demonstrate (prove) your Spanish proficiency: at levels A1, A2, B1 and now also B2.
Things are happening. We already started expanding our Spanish program last year. telc Español B2 Escuela, a test especially developed for youth, came on line in January 2010. And now telc Español B2 is also at the starting block.

June 2010 | Istanbul

Examiner Training for new Licence Partners in Turkey

telc language certificates are ever more in demand in Turkey, now, too. Over the past few weeks, several language schools have received their licences and are ready to begin administering the telc examinations themselves. The brand-new examiners, noticeably impressed with the communicative aspect of the telc tests, are convinced that these will enable them to better prepare their language lessons and also increase otivation in their learners.

June 2010 | Frankfurt am Main

Cacau – striker for Germany’s national team – is telc’s newest Ambassador for Multilingualism and Integration

A prime example of modern European integration is Germany’s national team striker, Claudemir Jeronimo Barreto; fondly know as Cacau. Born in Brazil and immigrated with his family to Germany in 1999, he has passed the telc German Test for Immigrants brilliantly and achieved the Zertifikat Deutsch. A friendly, modest and spiritual family father and fair player, he is both personally and financially active in Germany’s Help Fund for Children with Addictions.
Timely to the 2010 Football World Championship games, telc GmbH proudly presents Germany’s national striker, Cacau, as their newest Ambassador for Multilingualism and Integration for Europe.

April 2010 |

Perfectly prepared for your oral exams: telc Word-Box packs for English and German

Revisions for your oral exam made easy: Word-Box packs from telc help you always to find the right word – in everyday life, in the classroom and at exam time!

April 2010 |

New Publication: Language Certificates – Milestones for Further Education

The telc Company documents its more than 40 years of history in a new self-publication.
In furtherance of the book, telc was able to secure the involvement of several prominent personalities...

February 2010 |

Premiere for telc Turkish Test

Another 54 pupils attending schools in the State of Hesse have received telc Language Certificates for their Turkish language proficiency – bringing the total to 106 pupils who have taken the test since its introduction in November 2009. They have all taken part in the first German-wide opportunity to have their native language skills officially certified in an internationally recognised examination. Representatives of both the Ministry of Education of Hesse and telc GmbH presented the young candidates with their certificates in a special ceremony at the Max Beckmann School in Frankfurt-Bockenheim on February 12, 2010.

February 2010 |

Positive Survey: telc German Test for Immigrants

In November and December 2009, telc GmbH initiated a brief survey regarding the current German test for immigrants. The idea guiding the survey was to learn how well the new test had been received by those administering the tests at telc Examination Centres.

January 2010 |

Communication Offensive: “Multilingual Language Competence and Integration”

On January 28th, telc Gmbh in Frankfurt/Main began their Communication Offinsive for “Multilingual Language Competence and Integration”. For the kick off, telc invited leading representatives of the German Adult Education Association, institutions of further education, politics and the media to their new offices in the heart of Frankfurt. Frankfurt City Councilwoman Erika Pfreundschuh delivered the opening greeting to the numerous guests present.

January 2010 |

telc on a visit with the Federal Minister for Education and Research

On January 12th, 2010, Jürgen Keicher, Managing Director of telc GmbH, together with the top national functionaries of the German Adult Education Association (DVV), met for a talk in Berlin with Annette Schavin, Germany’s Federal Minister for Education and Research. Representing the DVV were Association President Rita Süssmuth, Chairman and Minister of Parliament Dr. Ernst-Dieter Rossmann as well as Director Ulrich Aengenvoort.