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Using the CEFR for assessing language competences in Finland. Sauli Takala Policy Forum The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and the development of language policies: challenges and responsibilities Organised by the Council of Europe Language Policy Division
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Using the CEFR for assessing language competences in Finland Sauli Takala Policy Forum The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and the development of language policies: challenges and responsibilities Organised by the Council of Europe Language Policy Division Strasbourg, 6 – 8 February 2007
How has the CEFR been used in language education in Finland? • Translated in 2003 • Widely used in various contexts
Linking Matriculation Examinations to the CEFR: What level is obtained at the end of the Upper Secondary School (age 19?)
How to accommodate national grading and reporting systems and the CEFR (levels)? • Conversion tables?
Linking National Assessment outcomes to the CEFR: What level is obtained in English at the end of the Comprehensive School (age 15-16?)
Linking examinations results has only begun. • More needs to be done: • Replication to verify tentative linkages. • International co-operation to develop competence in linking examinations/tests to the CEFR. • International co-operation in mutual verifying national efforts of linkage?