NRS Descriptor Segment
GSE Skill
GSE Learning Objective
GSE Level
CEFR Level
Individuals ready to exit this level are able to participate in a range of collaborative conversations with diverse partners and groups, respecting individual differences.
Speaking Can show interest in conversation using fixed expressions.
41
A2+ (36-42)
Can express belief, opinion, agreement and disagreement politely.
45
B1 (43-50)
Listening Can understand the main points of narratives and conversations about familiar topics (e.g. work, leisure) delivered in clear standard speech.
47
B1 (43-50)
Can follow most of an everyday conversation if speakers avoid very idiomatic usage.
49
B1 (43-50)
Can recognise a speaker's feelings or attitudes.
50
B1 (43-50)
They demonstrate an understanding of teamwork and working well with others by carrying out their assigned roles, and posing and responding to specific questions, and making comments that contribute to and elaborate on the remarks of others.
Speaking Can contribute to a group discussion if the discussion is conducted slowly and clearly.
49
B1 (43-50)
Can lead a simple discussion, if given time in advance to prepare.
55
B1+ (51-58)
Can check that everyone agrees in group discussions using fixed expressions.
57
B1+ (51-58)
Listening Can extract key details from conversations between colleagues about familiar topics.
44
B1 (43-50)
Can follow the main points of extended discussion around them if in standard speech.
46
B1 (43-50)
Can recognise simple expressions of agreement and disagreement in extended discussions, if conducted in clear standard speech.
46
B1 (43-50)
Individuals are able to report on a topic or text or present an opinion, sequencing ideas logically and providing appropriate facts, and relevant, descriptive details that support the main ideas or themes.
Speaking Can carry out a prepared structured interview with some spontaneous follow-up questions.
45
B1 (43-50)
Can give a simple presentation on a work-related topic.
51
B1+ (51-58)
Can present findings from a research project in a simple way.
53
B1+ (51-58)
Listening Can identify a simple chronological sequence in a recorded narrative or dialogue.
43
B1 (43-50)
Can infer speakers' opinions in conversations on familiar everyday topics.
51
B1+ (51-58)
38 | Alignment of the National Reporting System for Adult Education Standards to the Global Scale of English
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