CELTA Learners & Teachers 3

Question 1

A CELTA candidate is giving feedback after a role-play. Which approach aligns best with learner-centred practice?

Accepted Answer

Asking learners to self-evaluate their performance first

Answer

Inviting self-evaluation promotes learner autonomy and reflection, which are core principles of learner-centred teaching endorsed by CELTA.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes 'intrinsic motivation' in language learning?

Accepted Answer

Learning because of genuine interest and enjoyment of the language

Answer

Intrinsic motivation arises from internal rewards such as personal interest and enjoyment, rather than external incentives or obligations.

Question 3

When setting up a communicative activity, which teacher behaviour is most important according to CELTA guidance?

Accepted Answer

Giving clear instructions and checking understanding before starting

Answer

CELTA emphasises giving clear, staged instructions and using concept-checking questions (CCQs) before releasing learners to a task to avoid wasted time and confusion.

Question 4

What is the significance of 'wait time' in classroom questioning?

Accepted Answer

It gives learners adequate time to process the question and formulate a response

Answer

Research shows that extending wait time after posing a question increases the quality and quantity of learner responses, particularly for lower-proficiency students.

Question 5

A learner's L1 is Japanese. She consistently omits the verb 'to be' in English sentences (e.g., 'She very happy.'). This error most likely results from:

Accepted Answer

L1 transfer, since Japanese does not use a copula in the same way

Answer

L1 transfer (interference) occurs when learners apply structural patterns from their native language to the target language, here omitting the copula as in Japanese.

(CELTA) Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults Practice Test

(CELTA) Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults Practice Test

CELTA Learners & Teachers 3