TEPS Speaking & Writing

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TEPS Speaking & Writing is an English proficiency test developed by Seoul National University Language Education Center. Here's a breakdown of the test:
Overview

• Developed and Administered by: The TEPS Center at the Language Education Institute of Seoul National University develops and scores the test, while the TEPS Council administers it.
• Test Format: It's a computer-based test (CBT).
• Purpose: It is designed to assess English speaking and writing abilities that might be hard to evaluate with large-scale, paper-based tests.
• Scoring: The test uses detailed criteria to evaluate test takers, and the test has high discriminating power.
• TEPS Speaking & Writing evaluates various aspects of English language use, from basic daily conversations to analytical skills like presenting from charts.
• It includes topics from daily life, business, and academic and professional fields, to assess a wide range of abilities.
• It evaluates not just fluency and accuracy, but also expression, logical organization, and how relevant the content is.

• Part I: Answering simple questions (3 questions, 10 seconds to answer each).
• Part II: Reading a passage aloud (1 question, 30 seconds preparation, 45 seconds response).
• Part III: Answering questions in everyday conversation scenarios (5 questions, 15 seconds preparation, 10 seconds response).
• Part IV: Describing and discussing a picture (1 question, 60 seconds preparation, 60 seconds response).
• Part V: Presenting information based on a chart (1 question, 120 seconds preparation, 90 seconds response).
• Part VI: Expressing an opinion on a given topic (1 question, 60 seconds preparation, 90 seconds response).

• The Writing test cannot be taken alone; it is only offered in combination with the Speaking test.

• Speaking Test Fee: 65,000 KRW (regular registration) / 71,500 KRW (late registration).
• Speaking & Writing Test Fee: 85,000 KRW (regular) / 93,500 KRW (late).
• It has lower recognition compared to tests like TOEIC Speaking or OPIC.

• Planning is Crucial: Spend time brainstorming and creating an outline.
• Understand the Prompt: Make sure to know exactly what is being asked.
• Structure the Essay: Create a clear structure.
• Strong Thesis: A clear main argument is very important.
• Drafting: create initial drafts to put the ideas.
• Use of sources: Use and cite the sources.