NRS Descriptor Segment
GSE Skill
GSE Learning Objective
GSE Level
CEFR Level
Individuals adapt their speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating a command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
Speaking Can shift between formal and informal registers as and when required.
72
B2+ (67-75)
Can switch between formal and informal language during a work-related discussion to build rapport. Can adapt their language (e.g. syntax, idiomaticity, jargon) in order to make a complex specialist topic accessible to recipients who are not familiar with it. Listening Can evaluate the effectiveness of a selected speaking style in a presentation or lecture to support a point of view. Can recognise a wide range of idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms, appreciating register shifts.
74
B2+ (67-75)
82
C1 (76-84)
74
B2+ (67-75)
83
C1 (76-84)
Language Individuals ready to exit the High Adult Secondary level demonstrate strong control of English grammar, usage, and mechanics and use these elements to enhance the presentation of ideas both in speech and writing. This includes the use of parallel structure and the correct use of various types of phrases and clauses to convey specific meanings. They are able to adapt their speech to a variety of contexts and tasks when indicated. The meaning of their written and oral communications is clear. Individuals are able to determine the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases as they are used in level- appropriate complex texts through context clues, knowledge of affixes and roots, and use of reference materials.
78 | Alignment of the National Reporting System for Adult Education Standards to the Global Scale of English
Made with FlippingBook. PDF to flipbook with ease