CEFR
What does CEFR stand for?
Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
How many main CEFR levels are there
Six levels
What is linguistic or grammatical competence?
The ability to apply grammatical, lexical, syntactical, and stylistic rules.
What is the practical goal of foreign language teaching?
To teach language as a means of communication
What CEFR level is expected after grades 1–4?
A1
What is the main purpose of CEFR?
To describe and assess language ability in a common way.
Which levels are called Independent User?
B1 and B2.
How many main types of communicative competence are mentioned?
Three
What does the practical goal help learners do?
Understand other people's thoughts and express their own thoughts orally and in writing.
What CEFR level is expected after grades 5–9?
A2
When was CEFR recommended by the Council of Europe?
In 2001.
What is the lowest CEFR level.
A1 — Breakt hrough.
What is sociolinguistic competence
Being aware of how culture affects the way we communicate.
What is the upbringing/cultural goal?
To develop tolerance toward foreign cultures and respect for native culture.
What CEFR level is associated with academic lyceums and vocational colleges?
b1
What does CEFR describe about a language learner?
What a learner can do at different language levels.
Which levels are called Proficient User?
C1 and C2.
What is pragmatic competence?.
The ability to interpret and convey meaning in a social context.
What is the educational goal
To develop learners' language skills and widen their outlook.
What CEFR level is associated with Bachelor's and Master's programs in linguistic institutes and universities?
C1
What three areas does CEFR provide standards for?
Learning, teaching, and assessment.
What are the three broad CEFR groups?
Basic User, Independent User, and Proficient User.
What is the purpose of communicative competence?
communicate successfully and appropriately.
How does learning a foreign language widen learners' outlook?
studying foreign and native cultural features.
What CEFR level is expected for the second language in Bachelor's and Master's degree programs?
B2