ELL A2

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In this plus level, there is a huge leap forward in time relations, with learners talking about past and future events (will and be going to). The complexity of the academic language they encounter rises rapidly and they are exposed to a deepening range of vocabulary on all of the topics that they study—for example, weather and seasons. The language …

ELL A1+

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In this plus level, a big focus is helping the learner give more and more detail about their lives—for example, telling when their job or school starts and what they do at what time during the day. They learn a great deal of vocabulary for schools and jobs. They begin to be able to describe locations and give directions. Time …

ELL A1

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In this plus level, the range of key concepts expands to include more precision in time relations—for example, the frequency of an event. Learners are finally able to communicate their likes and dislikes and favorites. The range of topics appropriate for this plus level expands to include relatively detailed information about a learner’s family and job/school.

ELL Pre A1

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This level covers the most basic language in English—for example, the forms of the verb be: is, am, & are. In addition, CEFR puts very basic language for conversations and personal information here. That includes greetings, age, national or city origin, and basic questions. For time reference, only things that are happening right now or happen usually are covered. Numbers …