CEFR SUMMARY

Names: Jancko Luis Date: 10/03/2023

Navarro Noelia

Salinas Erick

What is CEFR?

CEFR stands for Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. It is a widely used
framework for describing language proficiency levels in a standardized way across Europe and
other parts of the world. The CEFR divides language proficiency into six levels, ranging from A1 for
beginners to C2 for advanced speakers. Each level is defined by a set of descriptors that cover
different language skills such as reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The framework provides a
common language for learners, teachers, and employers to communicate and compare language
skills, making it easier to set learning goals, evaluate progress, and assess language proficiency for
academic, professional, or personal purposes.

What are its objectives?

The CEFR is intended to provide a shared basis for reflection and communication among the
different partners in the field, including those involved in teacher education and in the elaboration
of language syllabuses, curriculum guidelines, textbooks, examinations, etc., across the member
states of the Council of Europe.

It is offered to users as a descriptive tool that allows them to reflect on their decisions and
practice, and to situate and co-ordinate their efforts, as appropriate, for the benefit of language
learners in their specific contexts.

The CEFR is therefore a flexible tool to be adapted to the specific context of use – a fundamental
aspect fully reflected in the level system which can be adapted and exploited flexibly for the
development of learning /teaching objectives and for assessment. This flexibility may be seen in
the development of Reference Level Descriptions (RLDs)

 Promoting plurilingualism and diversification in the choice of languages in the curriculum

 Supporting the development and demonstration of the plurilingual profile of individual
learners
 Developing and reviewing the content of language curricula and defining positive ‘can do’
descriptors adapted to the age, interests and needs of learners.
  Designing and developing textbooks and teaching material.
 Supporting teacher education and cooperation among teachers of different languages.
 Enhancing quality and success in learning, teaching and assessment
 Facilitating transparency in testing and the comparability of certifications.

Summary of the levels of English language and a short summary of contents

to be studied in each level

Here's a brief summary of the levels of English language proficiency according to the CEFR
framework, along with some examples of the content typically studied at each level:

A1 (Beginner): At this level, learners can understand and use basic phrases and expressions related
to familiar everyday situations. They can introduce themselves, ask and answer simple questions,
and give basic personal information. Common topics include greetings, numbers, family, food, and
travel.

A2 (Elementary): At this level, learners can understand and use simple sentences and expressions
related to basic needs and daily routines. They can describe their surroundings, talk about their
likes and dislikes, and ask for directions. Common topics include hobbies, jobs, weather, and
shopping.

B1 (Intermediate): At this level, learners can understand and use more complex language related to
familiar topics and experiences. They can participate in conversations, express opinions, and
provide reasons and explanations. Common topics include health, education, media, and
technology.

B2 (Upper-Intermediate): At this level, learners can understand and use a wide range of vocabulary
and structures related to various topics and situations. They can express themselves fluently and
spontaneously, and engage in discussions and debates. Common topics include culture, politics,
environment, and business.

C1 (Advanced): At this level, learners can understand and use complex language structures and
expressions related to abstract and academic topics. They can read and produce longer texts, give
detailed presentations, and argue convincingly. Common topics include literature, philosophy,
science, and law.

C2 (Proficient): At this level, learners have near-native fluency and accuracy in the language, and
can understand and produce complex and nuanced language structures and expressions in a wide
range of contexts and situations. Common topics include art, history, economics, and diplomacy.

What are the outcomes expected for each level?

Here are some general outcomes expected for each level of English proficiency according to the
CEFR framework:

A1 (Beginner): At this level, learners can understand and use basic phrases and expressions related
to familiar everyday situations. They can communicate in simple, routine tasks requiring a simple
and direct exchange of information.

A2 (Elementary): At this level, learners can understand and use simple sentences and expressions
related to basic needs and daily routines. They can communicate in simple, routine tasks requiring
a straightforward and direct exchange of information.

B1 (Intermediate): At this level, learners can understand and use more complex language related to
familiar topics and experiences. They can communicate in most situations encountered while
traveling in an area where English is spoken, and can produce simple connected texts on topics
that are familiar or of personal interest.

B2 (Upper-Intermediate): At this level, learners can understand and use a wide range of vocabulary
and structures related to various topics and situations. They can communicate effectively in a
range of complex and demanding situations, and can produce clear, well-structured, detailed texts
on complex subjects.

C1 (Advanced): At this level, learners can understand and use complex language structures and
expressions related to abstract and academic topics. They can communicate effectively and fluently
in a range of formal and informal contexts, and can produce clear, well-structured, detailed texts
on complex subjects.

C2 (Proficient): At this level, learners have near-native fluency and accuracy in the language, and
can understand and produce complex and nuanced language structures and expressions in a wide
range of contexts and situations. They can communicate effectively and fluently in all contexts, and
can produce clear, well-structured, and detailed texts on complex subjects.

Short summary of some vocabulary used on each level focused on every day
activities

Summary of some vocabulary that might be used at each level, with a focus on everyday activities:

A1 (Beginner): At this level, learners might learn vocabulary related to everyday activities such as
greetings, introductions, family members, food and drink, numbers, telling time, and simple
directions.
A2 (Elementary): At this level, learners might learn vocabulary related to everyday activities such as
travel, shopping, ordering food in a restaurant, weather, hobbies and interests, and personal
health.

B1 (Intermediate): At this level, learners might learn vocabulary related to everyday activities such
as making plans and arrangements, discussing work and education, talking about past experiences,
giving opinions and advice, and using technology and media.

B2 (Upper-Intermediate): At this level, learners might learn vocabulary related to everyday

activities such as discussing cultural differences and social issues, describing people and places,
expressing emotions and feelings, and talking about leisure activities and entertainment.

C1 (Advanced): At this level, learners might learn vocabulary related to everyday activities such as
discussing current events and politics, analyzing and evaluating information, debating and
persuading, and giving presentations and speeches.

C2 (Proficient): At this level, learners might learn vocabulary related to everyday activities such as
discussing abstract concepts and ideas, expressing nuanced and sophisticated ideas, analyzing and
synthesizing complex information, and using language for creative expression.