The Global Scale of English
Younger Learners Type of English Course
General English
Main Reason for Learning
• To prepare for the many challenges of today’s world • To develop 21st Century Skills: Students learn to be creative, to think critically and to collaborate with their classmates
Resource Title
Big English
Our Discovery Choices Island
Next Move
New Success
Teaching Style
• Task-based approach and strong focus on vocabulary to get students talking
• Fantasy world where learning English is fun
• Combining contemporary, cultural and educational topics • For Teenagers
• Structured, multilevel approach • For Teenagers
• Provides an evaluation system plus exam preparation for school-leaving exams • For Teenagers
CEFR*: A1-C1 GSE**: 22-75
CEFR*: A1-A2 GSE**: 22-30
CEFR*: A1-B2+ GSE**: 22-68
CEFR*: A1-B1 GSE**: 22-43
Level Appropriate Assessment and Qualifications Tools
Shows student development within any English course
LCCI JETSET ESOL (JET version)*** Develops and assesses the learner’s ability to communicate in English
How good is my English? Am I progressing? What do I need to do next? The Pearson Global Scale of English (GSE) is the world’s first truly global English language standard which allows students to measure progress on their English language journey. To discover more about the Pearson English Ecosystem and how it is transforming lives, organisations and communities visit english.com
GSE CEFR
CEFR*: A1-B2 GSE**: 22-59
Learn about Pearson English Learning Resources, Assessments and Qualifications: Your Students’ Gateway to the World
MyEnglishLabs are online components designed to complement your favourite English language course from Pearson
Focuses on communicative English skills for learners
Why Choose Pearson? At Pearson, we have a simple mission: to help people make more of their lives through learning. We are the world’s largest education company, with 40,000 employees in more than 70 countries helping people of all ages to make measurable progress in their lives. Please learn more at www.pearsonmiddleeast.com To find out more about how Pearson can help your organisation teach and assess English more effectively contact us at enquiries.middleeast@pearson.com
“ English is the language of our connected, 21st Century world; the language of the global media, the means by which we get things done.” John Fallon, Pearson CEO
It’s estimated that over a billion people are currently studying English as a second language. But different students have different motivations for learning as they move through life. Pearson has drawn on its global experience to develop products and solutions which help students in the Arab world achieve maximum fluency and accuracy when communicating in English. Working together with you, we know we can help all English learners achieve their goals.
This brochure seeks to explain Pearson’s ELT resources and qualifications in a clear and concise manner. At a glance, you will be able to see which products suit which type of learner and see how these correlate to the Common European Framework and the Pearson Global Scale of English Pearson can provide your organisation with a total English language solution. We have a full range of ELT resources in traditional print and online, as well as assessment tools, qualifications and professional development tools that help students achieve maximum results. Take a look to see which Pearson products suit you or your learners best. We also believe that for students to achieve their best professional development of teaching staff is absolutely critical. Please see the sections ‘English for English Teachers’ and ‘English to teach Business English’ for more details.
General English
Main Reason for Learning
• Improve communication skills • Emigrate to an English-speaking country
Resource Title
Cutting Edge
Level
CEFR*: A1-C1 GSE**: 22-75
Appropriate Assessment and Qualifications Tools
Shows student development within any English course
English for English Teachers
Main Reason for Learning
• University entry • Improve career prospects
Main Reason for Learning
• Become a teacher of English as a foreign language • Improve skills as an existing English teacher
Resource Title
NorthStar GCC
NorthStar Global
New Language Leader
Resource Title
Essential Teacher Knowledge
Teacher Development Interactive
Teaching Style
• Topical material that develops critical thinking, while focusing on each of the four skill areas
• Topical material that develops critical thinking, while focusing on each of the four skill areas
• General English and practice in academic skills
Teaching Style
• Practical teaching advice and classroom ideas all presented across two page units, in full colour
CEFR*: A1-C2 GSE**: 22-84
CEFR*:A1-C1 GSE**: 22-75
• An online course to train and certify teachers to deliver effective instruction in English as a foreign language • TDI is both content and qualification Suitable for TESL/TEFL
Level
CEFR*: A1-C2 GSE**: 22-84
• Complete university degree
Appropriate Assessment and Qualifications Tools
An online placement test
Speakout
• Communicative course to help build confidence
CEFR*: A1-C1 GSE**: 22-75
Top Notch
• Communicative course in American English • Suitable for younger adults
Shows student development within any English course
Type of English Course
Business English
Main Reason for Learning
• Improve career prospects • Company language has changed to English
Resource Title
Market Leader
MyEnglishLabs are online components designed to complement your favourite English language course from Pearson
MyEnglishLabs are online components designed to complement your favourite English language course from Pearson
Type of English Course
English to teach Business English
Main Reason for Learning
• Become a teacher of Business English • Improve skills as an existing Business English teacher
Resource Title
How to Teach Business English
Teaching Style
• Offers practical advice to anyone involved in business English and act as a guide to some of the theoretical developments that affect the way business teachers operate
• Learn as part of a company training programme
Intelligent Business
Appropriate Assessment and Qualifications Tools
CEFR*: A1-B1 GSE**: 22-43
Focuses on communicative English skills for learners
Teaching Style
• Using English in authentic business situations. Features content from The Financial Times
• Using business English concepts. Preparation for exams
Level
CEFR*: A1-C2 GSE**: 22-84
CEFR*: A1-C2 GSE**: 22-84w
Appropriate Assessment and Qualifications Tools
LCCI Certificate in English for Business
LCCI Certificate*** in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (CertTEFL)
Focuses on communicative English skills for learners. Accepted by a range of educational institutions
• Perform better as part of a college/ university programme • Perform better in the workplace
An online placement test LCCI JETSET ESOL (SET version)*** Develops and assesses the learner’s ability to communicate in English
Type of English Course
LCCI JETSET ESOL (SET version)*** Develops and assesses the learner’s ability to communicate in English
Type of English Course
• Task-based approach and strong focus on vocabulary to get students talking
Academic English
Appropriate Assessment and Qualifications Tools
Adult Learners
Teaching Style
Type of English Course
MyEnglishLabs are online components designed to complement your favourite English language course from Pearson
LCCI First Certificate for Teachers of Business English (FTBE)
MyEnglishLabs are online components designed to complement your favourite English language course from Pearson
CEFR* is The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is a guideline used to describe achievements of learners of foreign languages. Please see back of this brochure. GSE** is the Pearson Global Scale of English. Please see back page of this brochure for full details. LCCI*** (London Chamber of Commerce and Industry) are Ofqual-regulated qualifications offered by Pearson Qualifications International. Ofqual is the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation in England and Northern Ireland.