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Skillful Second Edition How to use the Skillful Second Edition CEFR maps
Skillful Second Edition is a five-level academic series spanning the Common There are two versions of CEFR maps in this document. Both versions contain the
European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) from levels A1 to C1. same mapping information in different formats – it is up to you which version you
Each level is split into two books, one for Reading & Writing and the other for want to use.
Listening & Speaking. Skillful Second Edition offers a skills syllabus and covers
listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, Version 1 is organized by the CEFR scales and descriptors, which allows you to
and study skills. browse the mapping document from a CEFR point of view. So, for example, you first
identify the relevant scale and descriptor you are interested in and then can see
which course learning outcomes map to that descriptor, as well as their location in
The CEFR the book.
The CEFR is an international standard which aims to provide a transparent,
coherent, and comprehensive means of describing language ability. It describes Version 2 is organized unit by unit, which allows you to browse the course learning
what language learners can do in different skills across six broad levels, from A1 to outcomes chronologically. These are mapped to the relevant CEFR descriptor(s),
C2, with some of these levels being further broken down into sub-levels (e.g. A2 can and the CEFR Ref column indicates which of the scales the descriptor is taken from
be subdivided into A2 and A2+). It consists of a set of scales containing descriptors – a table summarizing the CEFR scales and their references is provided at the start of
indicating what a learner can do in that context. Version 2.

Originally published in 2001, the CEFR was extended in 2017 and now includes an For both versions, it is important to note that only relevant CEFR scales and
expanded list of descriptors to describe language ability at different levels. The CEFR descriptors have been included. On some occasions, no suitable CEFR descriptor
mapping for Skillful Second Edition was carried out using the 2017 extended set of was identified for a particular learning outcome. All descriptors included are at or
descriptors, a copy of which is freely available on the Council of Europe website: within one band of the target level of the book.
https://rm.coe.int/common-european-framework-of-reference-for-languages-
learning-teaching/168074a4e2

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Version 1: organized by CEFR scales and descriptors

COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE ACTIVITIES: SPOKEN RECEPTION
OVERALL LISTENING COMPREHENSION
CEFR CEFR Descriptor Learning outcome(s) Unit (Page)
Can understand enough to be able to meet needs of a concrete type I can pick out specific information when I hear a conversation about a 2 (p28)
A2 provided speech is clearly and slowly articulated. general interest topic that is spoken clearly.
I can recognize numbers accurately in a spoken lecture or presentation. 8 (p136)
Can understand straightforward factual information about common I can recognize descriptive details in a spoken lecture or presentation. 8 (p140)
everyday or job related topics, identifying both general messages and
B1+ I can recognize when a speaker provides additional information in a spoken 10 (p172)
specific details, provided speech is clearly articulated in a generally
presentation or lecture.
familiar accent.

UNDERSTANDING CONVERSATION BETWEEN OTHER SPEAKERS

CEFR CEFR Descriptor Learning outcome(s) Unit (Page)
Can recognize when speakers agree and disagree in a conversation I can recognize when speakers agree and disagree in a conversation that is 3 (p46)
conducted slowly and clearly. conducted slowly and clearly.
A2
I can recognize when speakers correct or contradict each other in a 4 (p64)
conversation that is conducted slowly and clearly.
Can generally identify the topic of discussion around him/her that is I can listen for key words in order to get an idea of what people are talking 1 (p10)
A2+
conducted slowly and clearly. about when I hear a conversation.
Can generally follow the main points of extended discussion around him/ When I listen to a lecture, presentation or discussion, I can organize the 7 (p118)
B1
her, provided speech is clearly articulated in standard speech. information into categories to help me to understand it.

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LISTENING AS A MEMBER OF A LIVE AUDIENCE

CEFR CEFR Descriptor Learning outcome(s) Unit (Page)
Can follow a straightforward conference presentation or demonstration with I can recognize when a speaker gives explanations or examples. 5 (p82)
visual support (e.g. slides, handouts) on a topic or product within his/her
field, understanding explanations given.
Can follow in outline straightforward short talks on familiar topics, provided I can understand the main points of a lecture. 5 (p86)
B1 these are delivered in clearly articulated standard speech.
I can tell when a speaker reaches a conclusion in a spoken presentation 9 (p158)
or lecture.
I can recognize the structure of a spoken presentation or lecture: 10 (p174)
introduction, body and conclusion.
Can follow a lecture or talk within his/her own field, provided the subject I can recognize cause and effect relationships when I listen to a spoken 2 (p32)
matter is familiar and the presentation straightforward and clearly explanation or lecture that is spoken clearly.
B1+ structured.
I can recognize the ways in which a speaker classifies items in a talk 7 (p122)
or lecture.

LISTENING TO THE RADIO AND AUDIO RECORDINGS

CEFR CEFR Descriptor Learning outcome(s) Unit (Page)
Can understand and extract the essential information from short, recorded I can understand the main ideas in a factual radio interview that is delivered 1 (p14)
A2 passages dealing with predictable everyday matters that are delivered clearly.
slowly and clearly.
Can understand the main points of radio news bulletins and simpler recorded I can recognize when a speaker talks about the advantages and 4 (p68)
B1
material about familiar subjects delivered relatively slowly and clearly. disadvantages of something provided they speak slowly and clearly.

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COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE ACTIVITIES: SPOKEN PRODUCTION

OVERALL SPOKEN PRODUCTION
CEFR CEFR Descriptor Learning outcome(s) Unit (Page)
Can reasonably fluently sustain a straightforward description of one of a I can deliver a straightforward, structured description of a subject. 7 (p128)
B1 variety of subjects within his/her field of interest, presenting it as a linear
sequence of points.

SUSTAINED MONOLOGUE: GIVING INFORMATION

CEFR CEFR Descriptor Learning outcome(s) Unit (Page)
Can give a simple description of an object or picture while showing it to I can describe a picture, indicting clearly where things are in relation to 8 (p146)
A1 others using basic words, phrases and formulaic expressions, provided he/ each other.
she can prepare in advance.

SUSTAINED MONOLOGUE: PUTTING A CASE (E.G. IN A DEBATE)

CEFR CEFR Descriptor Learning outcome(s) Unit (Page)
B1 Can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions, plans and actions. I can give reasons for my opinions in a simple way. 4 (p74)

ADDRESSING AUDIENCES
CEFR CEFR Descriptor Learning outcome(s) Unit (Page)
Can give a short, rehearsed, basic presentation on a familiar subject. I can deliver an appropriate introduction to a straightforward presentation. 5 (p92)
A2
I can deliver an appropriate conclusion to a straightforward presentation. 9 (p164)
Can give a short, rehearsed presentation on a topic pertinent to his/her I can give reasons for my opinions in a simple way. 4 (p74)
A2+ everyday life, briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions, plans
I can talk about what I think will happen in the future 10 (p182)
and actions.
Can give a prepared straightforward presentation on a familiar topic within his/ I can signal clearly to listeners that I am explaining a point. 6 (p110)
B1 her field which is clear enough to be followed without difficulty most of the
time, and in which the main points are explained with reasonable precision.

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COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE ACTIVITIES: SPOKEN INTERACTION

CONVERSATION
CEFR CEFR Descriptor Learning outcome(s) Unit (Page)
Can establish social contact: greetings and farewells; introductions; I can introduce people to each other in formal and informal situations. 1 (p20)
A2+
giving thanks.

INFORMAL DISCUSSION (WITH FRIENDS)

CEFR CEFR Descriptor Learning outcome(s) Unit (Page)
A2 Can express opinions in a limited way. I can express my opinion, agreement and disagreement in a simple way. 3 (p56)
A2+ Can agree and disagree with others.

COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE STRATEGIES: RECEPTION

IDENTIFYING CUES AND INFERRING
CEFR CEFR Descriptor Learning outcome(s) Unit (Page)
Can follow a line of argument or the sequence of events in a story, by I can recognize cause and effect relationships when I listen to a spoken 2 (p32)
focusing on common logical connectors (e.g. however, because) and explanation or lecture that is spoken clearly.
temporal connectors (e.g. after that, beforehand).
I can follow the steps in a spoken description of a process when these are 6 (p104)
clearly signposted.
B1
I can recognize references to past and present time in a spoken presentation 9 (p154)
or lecture.
Can make basic inferences or predictions about text content from headings, Before I listen to a lecture or presentation, I can predictions about the 3 (p50)
titles or headlines. content to help me to understand.

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COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE COMPETENCES: SOCIOLINGUISTIC

SOCIOLINGUISTIC APPROPRIATENESS
CEFR CEFR Descriptor Learning outcome(s) Unit (Page)
Can perform and respond to basic language functions, such as information I can ask for permission. 2 (p38)
A2+
exchange and requests and express opinions and attitudes in a simple way.

COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE COMPETENCES: PRAGMATIC

TURNTAKING
CEFR CEFR Descriptor Learning outcome(s) Unit (Page)
A2 Can ask for attention. I can ask for attention. 2 (p38)

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Version 2: organized unit by unit

CEFR SCALE CEFR REF
COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE ACTIVITIES Spoken Reception Overall listening comprehension CLA-SR-OLC
Understanding conversation between other speakers CLA-SR-UC
Listening as a member of a live audience CLA-SR-LMLA
Listening to the radio and audio recordings CLA-SR-LRA
Spoken Production Overall spoken production CLA-SP-OSP
Sustained monologue: Giving information CLA-SP-SMGI
Sustained monologue: Putting a case (e.g. in a debate) CLA-SP-SMPC
Addressing audiences CLA-SP-AA
Spoken Interaction Conversation CLA-SI-C
Informal discussion (with friends) CLA-SI-ID

COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE Sociolinguistic Sociolinguistic appropriateness CLC-S-SA

COMPETENCES Pragmatic Turntaking CLC-P-TT

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UNIT 1
PAGE LEARNING OUTCOME LEVEL CEFR DESCRIPTOR CEFR REF
I can listen for key words in order to get • Can generally identify the topic of discussion around him/her that is conducted slowly and CLA-SR-UC
10 an idea of what people are talking about A2+ clearly.
when I hear a conversation.
I can understand the main ideas in a • Can understand and extract the essential information from short, recorded passages dealing CLA-SR-LRA
14 factual radio interview that is delivered A2 with predictable everyday matters that are delivered slowly and clearly.
clearly.
I can introduce people to each other in • Can establish social contact: greetings and farewells; introductions; giving thanks. CLA-SI-C
20 A2+
formal and informal situations.

UNIT 2
PAGE LEARNING OUTCOME LEVEL CEFR DESCRIPTOR CEFR REF
I can pick out specific information when • Can understand enough to be able to meet needs of a concrete type provided speech is clearly CLA-SR-OLC
28 I hear a conversation about a general A2 and slowly articulated.
interest topic that is spoken clearly.
I can recognize cause and effect • Can follow a line of argument or the sequence of events in a story, by focusing on common CLS-R-ICI
relationships when I listen to a spoken B1 logical connectors (e.g. however, because) and temporal connectors (e.g. after that,
32 explanation or lecture that is spoken beforehand).
clearly
• Can follow a lecture or talk within his/her own field, provided the subject matter is familiar and CLA-SR-LMLA
B1+
the presentation straightforward and clearly structured.
I can ask for attention. A2 • Can ask for attention. CLC-P-TT
38 I can ask for permission. • Can perform and respond to basic language functions, such as information exchange and CLC-S-SA
A2+
requests and express opinions and attitudes in a simple way.

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UNIT 3
PAGE LEARNING OUTCOME LEVEL CEFR DESCRIPTOR CEFR REF
I can recognize when speakers agree • Can recognize when speakers agree and disagree in a conversation conducted slowly CLA-SR-UC
46 and disagree in a conversation that is A2 and clearly.
conducted slowly and clearly.
Before I listen to a lecture or presentation • Can make basic inferences or predictions about text content from headings, titles or headlines. CLS-R-ICI
50 I can predictions about the content to B1
help me to understand
I can express my opinion, agreement and A2 • Can express opinions in a limited way. CLA-SI-ID
56 disagreement in a simple way.
A2+ • Can agree and disagree with others. CLA-SI-ID

UNIT 4
PAGE LEARNING OUTCOME LEVEL CEFR DESCRIPTOR CEFR REF
I can recognize when speakers correct or • Can recognize when speakers agree and disagree in a conversation conducted slowly and CLA-SR-UC
64 contradict each other in a conversation A2 clearly.
that is conducted slowly and clearly.
I can recognize when a speaker talks • Can understand the main points of radio news bulletins and simpler recorded material about CLA-SR-LRA
about the advantages and disadvantages familiar subjects delivered relatively slowly and clearly.
68 B1
of something provided they speak slowly
and clearly.
I can give reasons for my opinions in a B1 • Can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions, plans and actions. CLA-SP-SMPC
74 simple way.
• Can give a short, rehearsed presentation on a topic pertinent to his/her everyday life, briefly CLA-SP-AA
A2+
give reasons and explanations for opinions, plans and actions.

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UNIT 5
PAGE LEARNING OUTCOME LEVEL CEFR DESCRIPTOR CEFR REF
I can recognize when a speaker gives • Can follow a straightforward conference presentation or demonstration with visual support (e.g. CLA-SR-LMLA
82 B1
explanations or examples. slides, handouts) on a topic or product within his/her field, understanding explanations given.
I can understand the main points of • Can follow in outline straightforward short talks on familiar topics, provided these are CLA-SR-LMLA
86 B1
a lecture. delivered in clearly articulated standard speech.
I can deliver an appropriate introduction • Can give a short, rehearsed, basic presentation on a familiar subject. CLA-SP-AA
92 A2
to a straightforward presentation.

UNIT 6
PAGE LEARNING OUTCOME LEVEL CEFR DESCRIPTOR CEFR REF
I can recognize the speaker’s opinion in a • No relevant CEFR descriptor at this level. N/A
100 N/A
talk or discussion.
I can follow the steps in a spoken • Can follow a line of argument or the sequence of events in a story, by focusing on common CLS-R-ICI
104 description of a process when these are B1 logical connectors (e.g. however, because) and temporal connectors (e.g. after that,
clearly signposted. beforehand).
I can signal clearly to listeners that I am • Can give a prepared straightforward presentation on a familiar topic within his/her field which CLA-SP-AA
110 explaining a point. B1 is clear enough to be followed without difficulty most of the time, and in which the main points
are explained with reasonable precision.

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UNIT 7
PAGE LEARNING OUTCOME LEVEL CEFR DESCRIPTOR CEFR REF
When I listen to a lecture, presentation or • Can generally follow the main points of extended discussion around him/her, provided speech CLA-SR-UC
118 discussion, I can organize the information B1 is clearly articulated in standard speech.
into categories to help me to understand it.
I can recognize the ways in which a • Can follow a lecture or talk within his/her own field, provided the subject matter is familiar and CLA-SR-LMLA
122 B1+
speaker classifies items in a talk or lecture. the presentation straightforward and clearly structured.
I can deliver a straightforward, structured • Can reasonably fluently sustain a straightforward description of one of a variety of subjects CLA-SP-OSP
128 B1
description of a subject. within his/her field of interest, presenting it as a linear sequence of points.

UNIT 8
PAGE LEARNING OUTCOME LEVEL CEFR DESCRIPTOR CEFR REF
I can recognize numbers accurately in a • Can understand enough to be able to meet needs of a concrete type provided speech is clearly CLA-SR-OLC
136 A2
spoken lecture or presentation. and slowly articulated.
I can recognize descriptive details in a • Can understand straightforward factual information about common everyday or job related CLA-SR-OLC
140 spoken lecture or presentation B1+ topics, identifying both general messages and specific details, provided speech is clearly
articulated in a generally familiar accent.
I can describe a picture, indicting clearly • Can give a simple description of an object or picture while showing it to others using basic CLA-SP-SMGI
146 A1
where things are in relation to each other. words, phrases and formulaic expressions, provided he/she can prepare in advance.

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UNIT 9
PAGE LEARNING OUTCOME LEVEL CEFR DESCRIPTOR CEFR REF
I can recognize references to past and • Can follow a line of argument or the sequence of events in a story, by focusing on common CLS-R-ICI
154 present time in a spoken presentation B1 logical connectors (e.g. however, because) and temporal connectors (e.g. after that,
or lecture. beforehand).
I can tell when a speaker reaches a • Can follow in outline straightforward short talks on familiar topics, provided these are CLA-SR-LMLA
158 conclusion in a spoken presentation or B1 delivered in clearly articulated standard speech.
lecture.
I can deliver an appropriate conclusion to • Can give a short, rehearsed, basic presentation on a familiar subject. CLA-SP-AA
164 A2
a straightforward presentation.

UNIT 10
PAGE LEARNING OUTCOME LEVEL CEFR DESCRIPTOR CEFR REF
I can recognize when a speaker provides • Can understand straightforward factual information about common everyday or job related CLA-SR-OLC
172 additional information in a spoken B1+ topics, identifying both general messages and specific details, provided speech is clearly
presentation or lecture. articulated in a generally familiar accent.
I can recognize the structure of a spoken • Can follow in outline straightforward short talks on familiar topics, provided these are CLA-SR-LMLA
174 presentation or lecture: introduction, B1 delivered in clearly articulated standard speech.
body and conclusion.
I can talk about what I think will happen • Can give a short, rehearsed presentation on a topic pertinent to his/her everyday life, briefly CLA-SP-AA
182 A2+
in the future. give reasons and explanations for opinions, plans and actions.

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