ESB News - Autumn-Winter 2021 v7

Features of the ESOL International qualifications for UK Based Learners

They are appropriate for teenagers and adults.

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 They encourage progression and measure learners’ attainment as they move through the CEFR levels on their learning journey.  There are five sections: Listening, Reading, Use of English and Writing are tested in one written paper, and there is a Speaking assessment taken in pairs.  Each section is worth 20% of the final mark, i.e. the final mark is a combination of four skills and Use of English.

 The Listening, Reading and Use of English sections are tested through multiple choice questions.

There are three Pass grades – Pass, Merit and Distinction.

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 ESB Level 3 Certificate in ESOL International All Modes (C2) carries UCAS points – 12 for a Pass, 24 for Merit and 36 for a Distinction.  Learners are able to complete assessments online which can be completed in the learner’s home or in centre based IT facilities. Find out more about our intuitive and easy-to-use online assessment option here.

 Speaking assessments are taken in pairs, with an assessor and an interlocutor.

 Marking and assessing is by ESB and subject to ESB quality assurance processes.

 High quality secure electronic certificates can be provided for learners, making ESB’s qualifications more digitally accessible and efficient. Learners can view electronic versions of their certificates and transcripts and share them electronically with third parties such as Universities and prospective Employers. Click here to read more about ESB’s electronic certificates.

We have an excellent working relationship with a number of high-quality UK and international centres who manage a range of satellite centres or venues where ESB ESOL international assessments take place, or alternatively, ESB can provide online assessments to its UK and international partners.

If you happen to be a centre outside of the UK reading this and are interested in finding out more about our ESOL International qualifications, please click here. We are always looking for like-minded UK and International centres who share the same goal to improve their learners’ English language skills to work with us. If you would like to find out more about becoming an ESB centre, please email business@esbuk.org. Our ESOL International assessments can be taken online by both UK and International learners.

Here at ESB, we are committed to providing qualifications of the highest standards at centres all over the world. Become a part of the ESB International family today!

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