L. Activity 3. CEFR

Activity 3.-Common European Framework of Reference for languages

1.-What is the CEFR?

The CFR is a set of standards, a guide, which is common to all European countries. It was published in 2001 and it develops language policies, it coordinates European members’ language policies and it promotes dialogue.

It has 3 main dimensions (language activities, domains and competences), 4 types of language activities (reception, production, mediation and interaction) and 4 domains of language use (public, personal, educational and professional).

2.-What are the main aims of the CEFR?

The main aims of the CEFR are to have a common list of levels to unify language proficiency when it comes to teaching and learning. It also covers assessment, goals, competences, skills, etc. since it establishes a series of guidelines.

3.-How many levels are described in the CEFR?

6 levels are described: A1, A2 (basic), B1, B2 (intermediate) and C2, C2 (advanced). They define the students' proficiency.

4.-How would you implement the CEFR descriptors in your classroom?
It can be implemented by projects in which students can show their receptive and productive skills. They can be used to support the design of curricula, teaching programmes and learning materials.