Pearson ELT resources, assessments and qualifications brochure

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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.


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