EUROPEAN MODEL
The CEFR Levels
The CEFR organises language proficiency in six levels, A1 to C2, which can be regrouped into three broad levels: Basic User, Independent User and Proficient User, and that can be further subdivided according to the needs of the local context. The levels are defined through ‘can-do’ descriptors. The levels did not suddenly appear from nowhere in 2001, but were a development over a period of time, as described below.
Common European Framework Reference (CEFR)
Launched in 2001, the CEFR marked a major turning point as it can be adapted and used for multiple contexts and applied for all languages.