CEFR

What is CEFR?

• A proficiency test for English learners

• A standardized language curriculum

• An international standard to describe language ability

• A language policy applied in many countries, including Thailand

How does CEFR help with assessment?

• CEFR is not relevant to assessment.

• CEFR can be used to guide the design of an assessment.

• CEFR helps reduce subjective judgment on language ability.

• We can use CEFR as a language assessment.

How can we identify a learner's language ability using CEFR?

• Use Cambridge, TOEFL or IELTS tests

• Design an assessment using the description from CEFR

• CEFR can be used only by testing organizations like ETS, Cambridge, British Council, etc.

• Interview the learner and check his/her writing

Which level of CEFR is used to describe a 'proficient' language user?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Why should teachers learn about CEFR?

• To set goals for a curriculum

• To choose learning materials

• To assess themselves

• To choose assessment

Who cannot use CEFR?

• Students

• Parents

• Teachers

• Employers

• No one