The language proficiency test (TCLF-EduTek)

The French Language Proficiency Test - TCLF-EduTek must be passed for admission to the Technological Education teacher program. This test is taken online. Applicants may register for a test session once they have submitted an application to the program.


Test objective

Demonstrate proficiency in written French to meet the requirements of the Teacher Education Program - Technological Education and the requirements of Ontario's French-language school boards.

Test components

  • Identify twenty errors
  • Answer five comprehension questions
  • Argumentative text of 180 to 200 words

Duration: 2 hours

Test preparation 

  • Practice writing a variety of 200-word texts in 75 minutes
  • Review the characteristics of a letter
  • Review basic grammar rules.
  • Consult reference books containing the correction of anglicisms, barbarisms 
  • Consult websites offering grammar exercises, such as:

Evaluation criteria

  • Usage and grammatical spelling
  • Punctuation
  • Choice of words and expressions
  • Sentence structure
  • Correct use of pronouns
  • Correct use of verb tenses
  • Organization of ideas
  • Text structure
  • Adaptation to audience
  • Respect of the writing intention
  • Adaptation of the language level to the particular situation
  • Respect for the length of the text

Results

  • Result of 80% or more: full pass
  • Result between 60% and 79%: Partial pass - required to take the PED 1599 refresher course and pass the PED 1599 exam
  • Result below 59%: Failed - will result in rejection from the program

Modalities

  • No use of dictionaries, grammar sheets, or other reference tools
  • No second chances
  • No grade revision