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CEFR Self Assessment Grid 
CEFR Self Assessment Grid
This is the Council of Europe's Self Assessment Rubric. You are to use this TWICE a term. At the beginning of the term you are to complete it to get a snapshot of your current English Language proficiency. You are required to complete it a second time at the end of the term to document your progress. I have included the TOEIC equivalents but they should NOT determine how you complete this rubric. This should be completed according to what you believe your ability actually is.
Rubric Code: J24A64C
By adorelefrancais
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Subject: (General)  
Type: Assessment  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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Complete this rubric to evaluate your English abilities. Rate your abilities by selecting the option that best describes your CURRENT ability.
  A1: Basic User

Breakthrough stage or beginner level.
TOEIC: 60 - 105 (listening) 60 - 110 (reading)

(N/A)

A2: Basic User

Way stage or elementary level.
TOEIC: 110 - 270 (listening) 115 - 270 (reading)

(N/A)

B1: Independent User

Threshold stage or intermediate level.
TOEIC: 275 - 395 (listening) 275 - 380 (reading)

(N/A)

B2: Independent User

Vantage stage or upper intermediate level.
TOEIC: 400 - 485 (listening) 385 - 450 (reading)

(N/A)

C1: Proficient User

Effective Operational Proficiency stage or advanced level.
TOEIC: 490 - 495 (listening) 455 - 495 (reading)

(N/A)

C2: Proficient User

Mastery stage or proficiency level.
TOEIC: No equivalent

(N/A)

Listening

Understanding A
A1: Basic User

I can recognise familiar words and very basic phrases concerning myself, my family and immediate concrete surroundings when people speak slowly and clearly
A2: Basic User

I can understand phrases and the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local area, employment). I can
catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements.
B1: Independent User

I can understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. I can understand the main point of many radio or TV
programmes on current affairs or topics of personal or professional interest when the delivery is relatively slow and clear.
B2: Independent User

I can understand extended speech and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar. I can understand most TV news and current affairs programmes. I can understand the majority of films in standard dialect
C1: Proficient User

I can understand extended speech even when it is not clearly structured and when relationships are only implied
and not signalled explicitly. I can understand television programmes and films without too much effort.
C2: Proficient User

I have no difficulty in understanding any kind of spoken language, whether live or broadcast, even when delivered at fast native speed, provided I have some time
to get familiar with the accent.
Reading

Understanding B
A1: Basic User

I can understand familiar names, words and very simple sentences, for example on notices and
posters or in catalogues.
A2: Basic User

I can read very short, simple texts. I can find specific,predictable information in simple everyday material such as
advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables and I can understand short simple personal letters.
B1: Independent User

I can understand texts that consist mainly of high frequency everyday or
job-related language. I can understand the description of events, feelings and
wishes in personal letters.
B2: Independent User

I can read articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or
viewpoints. I can understand contemporary literary prose.
C1: Proficient User

I can understand long and complex factual and literary texts, appreciating distinctions of style. I can understand specialised articles and longer technical instructions, even when they do not relate to my field.
C2: Proficient User

I can read with ease virtually all forms of the written language, including abstract,structurally or linguistically complex texts
such as manuals, specialised articles and
literary works.
Spoken Interaction

Speaking A
A1: Basic User

I can interact in a simple way provided the other person is prepared to repeat or rephrase things at a slower rate of speech and help me formulate what I'm trying to say. I can ask and answer simple questions in areas of immediate need or on very
familiar topics
A2: Basic User

I can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of
information on familiar topics and activities. I can handle very short social exchanges, even though I can't usually understand
enough to keep the conversation going myself.
B1: Independent User

I can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area
where the language is spoken. I can enter unprepared into conversation on topics that are familiar, of personal
interest or pertinent to everyday life (e.g. family, hobbies, work, travel and
current events).
B2: Independent User

I can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible. I can take an active part in
discussion in familiar contexts,accounting for and sustaining my views.
C1: Proficient User

I can express myself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious
searching for expressions. I can use language flexibly and effectively for social and professional purposes. I can formulate ideas and opinions with precision and relate my contribution
skilfully to those of other speakers.
C2: Proficient User

I can take part effortlessly in any conversation or discussion and have a
good familiarity with idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms. I can
express myself fluently and convey finer shades of meaning precisely. If I do have a problem I can backtrack and restructure
around the difficulty so smoothly that other people are hardly aware of it.
Spoken Production

Speaking B
A1: Basic User

I can use simple phrases and sentences to describe where I live and people I know.
A2: Basic User

I can use a series of phrases and sentences to describe in simple terms my family and other people, living conditions, my educational background and my present or most recent job.
B1: Independent User

I can connect phrases in a simple way in order to describe experiences and
events, my dreams, hopes and ambitions. I can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. I can narrate a story or relate the plot of a book or film and describe my reactions.
B2: Independent User

I can present clear, detailed descriptions
on a wide range of subjects related to my field of interest. I can explain a
viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various
options.
C1: Proficient User

I can present clear, detailed descriptions of complex subjects integrating sub-themes, developing particular points and rounding off with an appropriate conclusion.
C2: Proficient User

I can present a clear, smoothly-flowing
description or argument in a style appropriate to the context and with an effective logical structure which helps the recipient to notice and remember
significant points.
Writing Proficiency

Writing
A1: Basic User

I can write a short, simple
postcard, for example sending holiday greetings. I can fill in forms with personal details, for example entering my name, nationality and address on a hotel
registration form.
A2: Basic User

I can write short, simple notes and messages relating to matters in areas of immediate needs. I
can write a very simple personal letter, for example thanking someone for something
B1: Independent User

I can write simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. I can write personal letters describing experiences and
impressions
B2: Independent User

I can write clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to my interests. I can write an essay or report, passing on
information or giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view. I can write letters highlighting the personal significance of events and
experiences.
C1: Proficient User

I can express myself in clear, well structured text, expressing points of view at some length. I can write about complex subjects in a letter, an essay or a report, underlining what I consider to be the salient issues. I can select style
appropriate to the reader in mind.
C2: Proficient User

I can write clear, smoothly-flowing text in an appropriate style. I can write complex letters, reports or articles which present a case with an effective logical structure
which helps the recipient to notice and remember significant points. I can write summaries and reviews of professional or
literary works.



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