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Latest PT3 Marking Scheme for English Paper 2021

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• 01. Assessment Instrument for PT3 English Paper
• 02. The Latest PT3 Grading Range
• 03. PT3 Latest English Paper Marking Scheme
• 04. The Pros and Cons of PT3
• 05. Tips to Score PT3 English Paper

I know you must be anxious on how PT3 is marked? Well, you have come to the right place. Before I start, let us get to know what is PT3.

PT3 is Pentaksiran Tingkatan 3 or Form 3 Assessment. PT3 is taken by 15 years old students. From here we know that the middle school final test wasn't called examination but instead an assessment.

PT3 started in 2014 after PMR (Penilaian Menengah Rendah, Lower Secondary School’s Examination) which then, they assessed the examination through Lembaga Peperiksaan Malaysia, LPM (Malaysia Examination Council). LPM will have their own examination markers where all the examination papers will be sent to another state to be marked.

This kind of examination will ensure no bias to any specific students, races and religions. However, since 2014, LPM introduced PT3 which is done by school-based. This assessment will be assessed throughout the year by the subject’s teacher. The marking instruments and standardized grading has been prepared by LPM.

This type of assessment have it pros and cons which I will tell you later in this article. So before we begin, let me explain to you, what is the assessment instrument for PT3 English Paper Marking Scheme

Assessment Instrument for PT3 English Paper

Starting from 2019, all PT3 candidate will need to sit for assessment test for every subjects registered. This assessment is done as a school-based test. If the candidate is absent or did not take it, they will be considered as a no show candidate for that particular subjects. The consequences is failing the examination.

However, if the candidate is absent due to sickness or any unavoidable circumstances, they will need to provide all the supporting documents to the principle of the school before PT3 examination ends. The only acceptable documents are such as a doctor’s letter or police letter.

The differences between PT3 started in 2014 and the latest instrument is that the grading will follow The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) measuring system.

Based on the Malaysia Ministry of Education, the target for PT3 candidate will start at level A1 to B1. The language proficiency is measured into 4 communicative skills from A1 progressing to A2 (Basic user); B1 into B2 (Independent user); and C1 to C2 (Proficient User) (The Star, 2019) .

According to the local newspaper, the general proficiency level for form 5 students was inly at A2. That is considered very weak. Hopefully, with the implementation of PT3, the English proficiency level for PT3 student might reach A2 and progressing fast to B1 or B2 by the time they sit for SPM.

Let us see how is the marking breakdown of PT3 English paper 2021.

The Latest PT3 Grading Range

PT3 has changed their grading range since 2016. The new range is considered more competitive and effective to grade the student.

Check out the difference between the old and the latest grading range.

• 85 - 100 : A : Cemerlang
• 70 - 84 : B : Kepujian
• 60 - 69 : C : Baik
• 50 - 59 : D : Memuaskan
• 40 - 49 : E : Mencapai Tahap Minimum
• 0 - 39 : F : Belum Mencapai Tahap Minimum
• TH : TH : Tidak Hadir

From the previous grading, getting E means failed, but not in the latest grading range. You are considered failed only if you get grade F or absent. I know all of you here will target to get A’s, so, please just focus to get 85% and above.  Don't even bother to look at the other grading, okay? You can also find the  PT3 Latest Format at Superprof.

PT3 Latest English Paper Marking Scheme

There are four papers in English (Bahasa Inggeris) subjects. The total weightage for each paper is 25% that will accumulated into 100%.  Let’s see how the paper is being divided.

Paper 1 - Reading

Paper 1 English PT3 will test your reading and the use of English. There are 40 questions that are divided into 5 parts. Each correct answer is awarded with 1 mark, thus the total marks for this paper is  40 marks . The time allocated for paper 1 is 1 hour and 15 minutes.

This paper will test your knowledge in linguistic, reading, understanding and the skills for information transfer.

Paper 2 - Essay

The essay and writing paper has 2 questions. The first question is a short communicative message with 20 marks. The second questions is the notes expansion that also has 20 marks. The overall time allocated for paper 2 is 1 hour only.

For this paper, you will need to have the ability to write and express your creativity in the English language. Check out our  tips on writing an essay for PT3.

Paper 3 – Speaking

I know everyone hated to speak especially when you are being evaluated in your speaking skills. Fret not, this test will only take 11 minutes in total! Believe me, you wouldn't have enough time to get any breakdown during this test.

!This test will be carried out internally with your class teacher and classmates. This test environment is set to let you feel more comfortable conversing in English. The overall mark for this test is 20.

There are 3 parts in speaking test. The first part is interview section. The question asked will be very easy and simple. The second part is the individual prompt-card story. Here you’ll receive a card and you’ll need to talk about the question on the card. The last part is the discussion part. Did I told you that you are going to do the speaking test with your partner?

The question asked for you and friend will be different. However, during the last session, you will need to discuss verbally with your friend about the questions given. You will need to be able to express your opinion.

There will be 2 examiners during the test. The first examiner can give you up to 15 marks meanwhile the other examiner will act as intercalator and able to give you 5 marks.

Paper 4 – Listening

For the listening test, there will be 25 questions with a total of 25 marks overall. This test is divided into 4 parts. You’ll be tested in your listening skills. This test will take up 35 minutes.

Are you excited yet to sit for PT3 examination? You can get the latest PT3 English Papers at Superprof.

The Pros and Cons of PT3

Well, the debates for the pros and cons of PT3 over PMR has been on since the first year of PT3 implementation in 2014. It has been 7 years since. Here is the advantages of PT3.

• The new format of speaking and listening test will help students to develop their communication skills.
• Teachers will have more time to focus on individual students’ achievement and are able to help weaker student to improve in assessment.
• Students are able to make continuous improvements.
• Students are not able to simply skip schools due to the on-going assessment which is at random.
• Students are taught to consistently study and not only stressed on final examination.
• Students will become more respectful of teachers as the teachers are the one who’s going to mark their assessment test.

Disadvantages

• Students are unable to fulfil the examination’s requirement due to not enough assessment done.
• Even with the standardize grading method, teachers still can be biased towards their preferable students.
• Malaysian education standard has been downgraded.
• It is hard for teachers to assess each student individually as they teach a lot of students – imagine 1 class, 30 students, and they teach 10 classes in total. So 300 students to continuously assessed.
• All the quiet and introvert student might be invisible to the teacher and are unable to get extra marks compared to the extrovert students.

Tips to Score PT3 English Paper

We have looked at the marking scheme and PT3 English Instruments. You have also take a look at the pros and cons of PT3 assessment. Can you guess what are tips Superprof going to share with you? Check out the Complete Guide to PT3 English for more tips.

If you understand enough all the formats, getting a lot of exercises by doing past year papers and sharpened your English essay writing, I believe you will get outstanding grade in your PT3.

Let me share with you few extra tips to get A in your PT3 test.

• Never skip schools or there is a chance you will miss the test
• Be ready at all time as the assessment will be done at random
• Get help from teachers, friends or tutor if you are weak in any subjects
• Be good to your teachers as they will be the one to access your paper
• Try to speak more such as asking teacher questions during class as the teacher will remember you and they can make good assessment for you

You know PT3 assessment is not very hard to score. If you are weak in the subjects, look for alternative learning method. You can also get extra classes at tuition centre or tutor. You can find a lot of experience tutors at Superprof too! Tutors at Superprof will always be readily available anytime if you need them.

Last but not least, all the best and enjoy your day-to-day classes.

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Speech essay pt3

Argument-led is an essay-discussion in which the author compares opposing points of view on a specific issue, while the point of view of the author himself can be expressed more strongly. Most often, this type of essay when getting a thematic assignment “ my case study ” .

Discussion is a method of resolution of controversial issues. Currently, it is one of the most important forms of educational activities, stimulating the initiative of students, the development of reflective thinking. In contrast to the discussion as an exchange of opinions, a discussion is a discussion-dispute, clash of points of view, positions, etc. But it is erroneous to assume that discussion is a purposeful, emotional, deliberately biased upholding of an already existing, formed and unchanging position. Discussion is an equal discussion by teachers and students of the cases planned in school and class and the problems of the most diverse nature. It occurs when people are faced with a question for which there is no single answer. In the course of its people formulate a new, more satisfying to all parties answer to the question. The result may be a general agreement, a better understanding, a new look at the problem, a joint solution.

Discussion - a focused and orderly exchange of ideas, judgments, opinions in a group for the sake of forming the opinion of each participant or seeking the truth. For a broader understanding of the use of discussion in writing an essay, read our article 5 paragraph opinion essay at the link.

Signs of discussion:

the work of a group of individuals, usually acting as lead and participants; appropriate organization of the place and time of work; the communication process takes place as the interaction of participants; interaction includes speaking, listening, and the use of non-verbal means of expression; focus on achieving learning goals.

Sample essay pt3

When writing an article essay pt3 you should not use abstruse words that you saw in the dictionary and never use. Your essay should be yours - that is, written as you would tell about yourself.

Check all the verbs, because these are the basic tools in any language, so they must be, firstly, correct (check the tenses), and, secondly, interesting, so use more synonyms. Do not forget to recount essay pt3 .

Do not be afraid to use adjectives and adverbs. It is these parts of speech that will make your essay bright and alive.

UNDERSTAND all the words you write. You write in order to hit the meaning, not the vocabulary.

Use more synonyms. Open the dictionary and you will be surprised how many words can replace the banal get.

The rules of writing are constantly changing. Computer processing of speech causes them to change almost daily. In ours you can find offers that start with “I” or “But”. And not so long ago it was condemned.

When writing an essay, abbreviations (will = won’t) are generally not used.

Below is a dictionary of useful words and expressions. "Asterisk" * marks words that are not recommended to begin a sentence in an essay.

PT3 essay questions

The first paragraph should immediately impress the examiner, so it is important that the main topic of the essay should be clearly stated. Before writing the first paragraph, you must carefully study the task in order to determine the main topic.

The argument-led approach is most suitable for writing this essay because it is necessary to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of remote work and office work.

The essay should clearly demonstrate your ability to clearly express thoughts, both in writing and through logical reasoning. See in this interpretive analysis essay example how to properly make your essay more accessible for understanding.

One of the biggest mistakes made when writing an English essay pt3 example is filling it with facts that do not relate to a given topic. In order to select only the necessary and important facts, you must first clearly define the main topic of your essay. It should be a red line throughout your work. And all other thoughts that will be in it, should complement and confirm this topic.

No matter what topic you write an essay on, you should always ask yourself the following “control” questions:

Did I answer the proposed question? Did I clearly express my point of view? Was everything written in clear and understandable language, were there any mistakes at the time of writing?

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For teachers and students, fast and easy ways to write your email/note/postcard: question 3(j).

Previously, I’ve posted  an entry on How to start and end question 3(J) and it’s been well received and I’ve also gotten some valuable feedbacks from our readers. I also mentioned that I might share with you a cycle that I normally introduce to my learners.  So, why not now? The test is closer now that it is July, I am sure you guys are feeling more anxious now. Maybe this could help you.

*The usefulness of this cycle is very subjective, if you do not think it will work with your learners, I welcome you to write to me and we can chat 🙂

PT3 Papers have certain ways of constructing this question. There is almost a pattern in the things they ask for.

In almost all the question types that have been asked out there, you will most probably be asked to :

• invite/suggest/recommend
• give 1 or more reasons
• encourage someone to take action

It does not run away from this. Therefore, all you need to do is to link all of them together and try to make your writing sound as natural and interesting as you can.

In my previous post  How to start and end question 3(J),  I have explained how you can start and end with some ready-to-go phrases.

In here you will find some more help for you to go about with your content:

• This is to make sure you are on the right direction. It also helps you to make sure you answer the question.
• It is very important that you give AT LEAST 2 reasons to show that you understand what the question asks.
• In 2017, the question changed its format and ASK FOR ONLY 1 REASON . It killed many students and it showed that many students either don’t read the question properly or don’t understand the difference between ‘REASONS’ and ‘REASON’ 
• As TEACHERS , it’s extremely important to brief your students on this and make it a point for them to READ the questions. EVERY QUESTION should be READ and DISSECTED!
• Use connecting words to help arrange your points. 
• Some suggested sentence starters are there to help you build around the notes given from given text.
• REASON 3 is optional but highly recommended if you feel that you don’t have much to say
• Here are some very useful sentences I introduce to my student:
• I know you like ______ right?
• You are going to love it. 
• We can have fun together.
• We can take a lot of pictures there.
• What are you waiting for? Come and join me.

These may sound simple but they could be life saver for your weaker groups. They feel more confident when they have some sentences up their sleeve.

Just remind them try not to repeat the same sentence too often.

ENCOURAGEMENT

• They always ask for this in the question. If you worry your students can’t understand the word, make it a point for them to write this in. I mean, it can’t be wrong, can it?
• Just a sentence to end the whole writing. 

The picture below may help you to better understand what I am talking about here:

From my experience, students feel less lost when they have a guideline like this.

The positive side of it:

• It comes most useful with the weaker groups. They will be able to come up with something instead of nothing.
• Some students like playing safe. This is SAFE.
• They write quicker. Once they get used to the pattern, it’s faster for them to get it done.
• Avoid a lot of weird language (grammar and tenses comedy)

The negative side of it:

• You take away students’ creativity. They might stick with your samples language. If you want genuine products from them, this might not be what you’re looking for.
• Expect a lot of similar answers. But hey, if it gets them to the shore, why not?
• Also, many will still get it wrong. I’ve seen many learners still not able to connect the phrases into meaningful language. For this, I’m still looking for ways to help them, any ideas from you?

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Very useful indeed as were the others you have sent. Thank you Grace.

Kudos to a wonderful teacher for her refreshing ideas. Much thought too given to cater to different set of students. Keep up the good work. May God bless you with more great sharings.

Thank you so much for your updates. This is the best site that supports tchrs and i appreciate yiur prompt replies and guides!!

Santhimuru,

Appreciate your kind words! Let’s spread the love! 🙂

this is so useful. even advance students need base guideline. thanks so much

This is waaaaayy helpful than looking at those emails on the guidebooks

appreciate your kind words!

appreciate your kind words! however, with the implementation of the new format, we’re going to change the content of this post to better fit the new requirements of the new format. stay tuned!

Thanks. Easy way. May I share to my students?

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