The European Language Portfolio
Jesús Ángel González López (Universidad de Cantabria) Santander, Febrero de 2008
The European Language Portfolio 1. Origins: the Common European Framework for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment. Horizontal Description Vertical Description: the levels 2. The European Language Portfolio Objectives Types Parts: Passport, Dossier, Biography 3. Europass
The European Language Portfolio
Origins: the Common European Framework for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment.
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2001: European Year of Languages (Council of Europe) Common language, common levels, common degrees and certificates Political objectives: mobility, cooperation, integration. General context: competence learning, (Bologna Process)
The European Language Portfolio 1.1. Horizontal description of languages: - Action-oriented approach - Teaching and Learning through communicative activities: - Reading - Listening - Writing - Speaking - Interaction - Mediation -
Long-life learning Autonomous learning
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1.2. Vertical description: Levels
A. Basic User: A1-A2 A1 (Access): The most basic level which can be defined. Very simple interaction. In a few months. A2 (Waystage): Intermediate step towards the threshold level. Social functions.
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1.2. Vertical description: Levels B. Independent User: B1-B2 B1 (Threshold level): User who crosses the metaphoric threshold and is able to travel to a foreign country and behave independently in daily situations (public transport, travel agency). 375 hours for English. Ciclo Elemental E.O.I. B2 (Advanced Level): User who is able to argue and manage in social exchanges without imposing tension. Also able to correct mistakes.
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1.2. Vertical description: Levels
C. Competent User: C1-C2 C1 (Effective Proficiency): Not just independent, but competent too. Wide range of vocabulary and grammar. Able to use the language with flexibility and efficiency for social, academic and professional purposes. C2 (Mastery): brilliant user, able to transmit subtle shades of meanings and to use idioms and colloquial language. Not a native.
C2 Competent user C1 B2 B1 A2 A1
Independent user
Basic user
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2. The European Language Portfolio Objectives: - Reporting function: To inform about the linguistic competence and intercultural competences of its owner. - Pedagogic function: To help the user to improve the learning process. 9
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Types (in Spain) 3-8 year-olds 8-12 year-olds 12-16/18 year-olds +16 year-olds
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The European Language Portfolio 3-8 year-olds
The European Language Portfolio 8-12 year-olds
The European Language Portfolio 12-16/18 year-olds
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Parts: Language Passport Language Biography Dossier
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Language Passport Profile of language skills (self-assessment) Language learning and intercultural experiences Certificates and diplomas
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DOSSIER: Record of work done and materials used (Portfolio of an architect)
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LANGUAGE BIOGRAPHY Pedagogic function: Awareness of the language learning process Self-assessment Learning strategies Future plans Student autonomy Main function: correct misconceptions about language learning 18
The European Language Portfolio Typical mistake
Learning a language is learning the grammar and vocabulary
Right concept
-Language skills
Portfolio Section
Passport and Biography
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The European Language Portfolio Typical mistake
- I learn English in the classroom - If I don't learn much, it is because I am not taught correctly
Right concept
-Autonomous learning, long-life learning. Both inside and outside the classroom. -The teacher as facilitator
Portfolio Section
Passport and Biography
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The European Language Portfolio Typical mistake
You need the same levels in all your skills
Right concept
-Different levels in different skills are OK, It depends on your needs
Portfolio Section
Passport and Biography
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The European Language Portfolio Typical mistake
It takes the same time to progress at a basic level than at an advanced level.
Right concept
- Inverted pyramid - More work outside the classroom as language learning progresses
Portfolio Section
Passport and Biography
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The European Language Portfolio Typical mistake
What I do in the classroom is only for the classroom
Right concept
-The dossier as a storing place for classroom work. A link with the outer world
Portfolio Section
Dossier
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The European Language Portfolio Typical mistake
Learning one language is more than enough
Right concept
-Plurilingual competence
Portfolio Section
Passport and Biography
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The European Language Portfolio Typical mistake Right concept Portfolio Section
There are first-rate and second-rate languages and cultures. - the Germans are all square-headed, the English are all gentlemen (or hooligans) Multiculturalism, no stereotypes
Passport and Biography
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The European Language Portfolio 3. Europass is a document which helps people to: • make their skills and qualifications clearly and easily understood in Europe • move anywhere in Europe Europass consists of five documents: two documents (Europass curriculum vitae (CV) and Europass Language Passport) you can fill in yourself; and three other documents (Europass Certificate Supplement , Europass Diploma Supplement and Europass Mobility) filled in and issued by competent organisations.
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The European Language Portfolio • DO YOU WANT A PORTFOLIO? • Ask your teacher, fill it in and keep your teacher informed.
Compulsory
Optional
Passport
Complete Passport
Forms 1, 2, 3 & 4
Biography
Forms 5, 9 & 8 (only the right level)
Form 8 (rest of levels), 6 & 7
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The European Language Portfolio TO FIND OUT MORE http://portaleducativo.educantabria.es/portal/web/jesus_gonzalez
www.dialang.org www.mec.es/programas-europeos www.culture2.coe.int/portfolio europass.cedefop.eu.int/europass www.ecml.at www.eelp.org
www.ciefp-torrelavega.org www.ceftrain.net 31