TFI_Examinee_Handbook_LOW_RES__single_pages(1).pdf

Examinee Handbook

Listening.

Learning.

Leading.

Table of Contents

About the Test de français international.. . . . . . . . 2

TFI Test Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Who Takes the TFI Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Test de français international

Background Questionnaire and Answer Sheet . . 12

Background Questionnaire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Answer Sheet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Accent Marks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Group Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Custom Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Sample Background Questionnaire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Sample Answer Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Why take the TFI test? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

When and where can I take the TFI test? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

How often can I take the TFI test? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

How much does the TFI test cost? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

What score do I need to “pass” the TFI test? . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

From what kind of contexts are the TFI questions drawn? . 3

If I have a disability, can I still take the TFI test? . . . . . . . . . 3

Test de français international Scores. . . . . . . . . . 16

Test Fairness and Score Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Score Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Reliability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Standard Error of Measurement (SEM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Repeat Test Takers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Test Score Data Retention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Rescore Requests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Certificate of Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Preparing to Take the Test de français

international. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

How to Get Ready to Take the TFI Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

During the Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Identification Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Test Center Procedures and Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Dismissal from Test Session. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Policy and Guidelines for the Use of

TFI Scores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Normally Appropriate Uses of TFI Scores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Sample Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

General Directions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Première Partie: Compréhension Orale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Deuxième Partie: Compréhension Écrite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

For more information, visit us on the web at www.ti-europe.com

EDUCATIONAL TESTING SERVICE, ETS, TFI and TEST DE FRANÇAIS INTERNATIONAL

are registered trademarks of Educational Testing Service.

Test de français international Examinee Handbook

Preparing to Take the Test de français international

About the Test de français international

The Test de français international (TFI) is a French language

proficiency test for people whose native language is not French.

It measures the everyday French skills of people working in an

international environment. A standardized test that measures

French proficiency on a single, continuous scale, the TFI test is

for language learners of all levels, regardless of their occupation

or background. Test scores indicate how well people can

communicate in French with others in daily life and workplace

settings. The test does not require specialized knowledge beyond

that of a person who uses French in everyday work activities.

Designed along the same lines as the Test of English for

International Communication ® (TOEIC ® ), the TFI test was

developed to meet the requirements of the major French-

speaking groups.

n Reading Part: The Reading part of the test includes three

sections testing how well you understand written French. You

will read a variety of materials and respond at your own pace

to 90 questions based on the content of the materials pro-

vided to you. Total time: 68 minutes.

You will respond to test questions by marking one of the letters

(A), (B), (C), or (D) with a pencil on a separate answer sheet.

Although the actual testing time is approximately one hour and

fifty minutes, additional time is needed to allow you to complete

the TFI Background Questionnaire on the answer sheet.

Therefore, you should allow approximately 2.5 hours to take the

test.

Who Takes the TFI Test?

n personnel who use French in real-life work settings

n candidates for training to be conducted in French

n individuals in French-language training programs

TFI Test Format

The TFI test is a one hour and fifty minute multiple-choice test

that consists of 180 questions divided into two parts:

n Listening Part: The Listening part tests how well you

understand spoken French. It consists of three sections and

contains 90 questions, and it is administered by audiocassette

or CD. You will be asked to answer questions about a variety

of materials recorded in French. Total time: approximately

42 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why take the TFI test?

Using the TFI test, training organizations can group learners

homogeneously, validate learner progress with an unbiased

external test, and boost learner motivation.

As a fair and objective measure of French proficiency, the

TFI test enables you to:

When and where can I take the TFI test?

The TFI test is available throughout the world. Testing can be

arranged through schools, corporations or other organizations

that ask students or employees to take the TFI test. If testing

has not been arranged through your organization, you can

contact your local ETS representative to find out when and

where you can take the test.

n verify your current level of French proficiency

n qualify for a new position and/or promotion in a company

n enhance your professional credentials

n monitor your progress in French

Department heads may determine the level to be attained before

a candidate receives a certain degree or diploma. A minimum

TFI test score may also be required of applicants for a particular

course of study.

How often can I take the TFI test?

One month should lapse between each TFI test. If you take the

test more than once a month, your test will not be scored and

you will not receive a refund. You will need to pay again to re-

take the test once one month has lapsed. Please contact your

local ETS representative.

How much does the TFI test cost?

TFI test prices vary worldwide. To inquire about pricing in your

area, contact your local ETS representative.

About the Test de français international

www.tfi-europe.com

Frequently Asked Questions (continued)

What score do I need to “pass” the TFI test?

The TFI test is not the kind of test that one “passes” or “fails.”

Not every job or task requires the same level of French

proficiency. The TFI test measures different levels of French

ability or proficiency. It helps learners set goals and measure

their progress as their French improves. It enables people to

demonstrate what they currently can accomplish in French. The

single, continuous scale also makes it possible for learners to set

attainable goals and to measure their progress as their French

improves. Some companies use the TFI test to set their own

score standards, based on the levels of French necessary to

carry out particular responsibilities. Other companies offer

French training to help their employees reach target TFI test

scores.

n General business: marketing, management, business plan-

ning, sales, contracts

n Health: visiting doctors, dentists, clinics, hospitals

n Housing/corporate property: construction, buying and

renting, electric and gas services

n Manufacturing: assembly lines, plant management,

dispatching, quality control

n Offices: board meetings, committees, letters, telephone, fax,

e-mail messages, office equipment and furniture

n Personnel: recruitment, staff reduction, retirement, salaries,

promotions, hiring, job applications, awards, pensions

n Purchasing: ordering supplies, shipping, billing, negotiations

n Technical areas: electronics, technology, computers, labora-

tories and related equipment, technical specifications

n Travel: trains, airplanes, taxis, buses, ships, ferries, tickets,

schedules, station and airport announcements, car rentals,

hotels, reservations, delays and cancellations

From what kind of contexts are the TFI test

questions drawn?

These are some examples of the settings and situations you may

find in TFI test questions:

If I have a disability, can I still take the TFI

test?

If you require special testing arrangements because of a

disability, please contact your local ETS representative office to

discuss your needs at least six weeks in advance of the test date.

Your representative will make every effort to accommodate you.

There is no additional cost for special accommodations.

n Corporate development: research, product development

n Dining out: business and informal lunches, banquets,

receptions, restaurant reservations

n Entertainment: cinema, theater, music, art exhibitions,

museums, media

n Finance and budgeting: banking, investments, taxes,

accounting, billing

Certificate of Achievement

The TFI Certificate of Achievement is an acknowledgement of

your French proficiency. The TFI Certificate of Achievement is

not available through some services. Contact your local ETS

representative for availability.

The Certificate of Achievement features:

n your name

n your Listening score, Reading score, and Total test score

n test date and location

n administering organization

n watermark on back

n a format that is suitable for framing

Test de français international Examinee Handbook

Frequently Asked Questions

Preparing to Take the Test de français international

How to Get Ready to Take the TFI Test

The TFI test is not based on the content of any particular

French course, but rather on your proficiency—your overall

ability to use French. Improvement in proficiency may take

some time and is generally achieved through a combination of

practice and study.

Before taking the TFI test, there are several things you can

do to prepare for the test and improve your French proficiency.

Identification Requirements

All test takers must read Part 1. Depending on whether you will

be testing within or outside your country of citizenship, you

must also read either Part 2 or Part 3, as appropriate.

Part 1: Information for all Test Takers

n You must have acceptable and valid ID with a signature and

photograph to be admitted to a test center. Identification

requirements are strictly enforced. It is your responsibility to

read and understand the instructions and requirements.

n If you arrive at the test center without the required identifi-

cation, the test administrator will not admit you, you cannot

test, and you forfeit your test fee.

When registering for the test, you must use exactly the same

name that appears on the primary identification document

you will present at the test center. Make sure to provide your

entire first (given name) and entire surname (family name). DO

NOT register under a nickname. If the name shown on your

primary identification does not match the name on the

registration, you will not be permitted to test.

n Become familiar with the test format and how to mark your

answers on the answer sheet. You can then focus your atten-

tion on the questions themselves, rather than on the format.

Review carefully the test directions and the sample questions

on pages 7–11 and the sample Background Questionnaire

and sample answer sheet on pages 13–15.

n Immerse yourself in the language as frequently as possible

and in as many ways as possible if it has been some time

since you have had contact with French. Reading, watch-

ing TV and videos, listening to recordings, taking a French

course, and speaking with friends and colleagues are some of

the ways to practice French.

n Web Resource Guide

The official TFI Web site has many resources you may find

helpful to familiarize yourself with the test:

• test preparation material

• scoring information

• frequently asked questions (FAQs)

n Only misspellings of your name can be corrected at check-

in— NAME CHANGES WILL NOT BE MADE. If your

name has changed for any reason, including marriage, you

must still present primary identification under the name you

registered, or you will not be permitted to test.

n If the test center administrator questions the ID you pres-

ent, you will be required to present additional proof of

identity.

n If positive confirmation cannot be made, you may be

refused admission to the test center and forfeit your test fee.

Admittance to the test center does not imply that your form

of identification is valid or that your scores will be reported.

Test center personnel will check your identification before

assigning you a seat at the test center. The administrator will

check your signature to verify that you are the person in your

photo identification.

During the Test

n Work quickly and carefully.

n Do not spend too much time on any one question.

n Mark your answers on your answer sheet and not in the test

book.

n Mark only one answer for each question. If you mark more

than one answer, that question will be counted wrong—even

if one of the answers you marked is correct.

n You will receive credit only for answers marked in the circles

on the answer sheet. Your score will be based on the number

of questions you answer correctly. There is no penalty for

guessing.

n Try to answer every question to the best of your ability.

n Pay close attention to the time during the Reading section

of the test. In the Reading section (68 minutes) you have to

pace yourself—so work quickly and if you do not know the

answer to a question, come back to it later.

n You may not use note paper.

Preparing to Take the Test de français international

www.tfi-europe.com

Plik z chomika:

Inne pliki z tego folderu:

Inne foldery tego chomika: