In regard to improving the use of English We propose the implementation of the Cambridge ESOL method

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1 In regard to improving the use of English We propose the implementation of the Cambridge ESOL method

2 Why Cambridge ESOL: Cambridge ESOL has the most reputable Exams and lifelong ones too. Please allow me to provide some details on the opportunity:

3 Cambridge ESOL Exams Academic and Professional English BULATS Cambridge English: First (FCE) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) Cambridge English: Business Preliminary (BEC Preliminary) Cambridge English: Business Vantage (BEC Vantage) Cambridge English: Business Higher (BEC Higher) Cambridge English: Legal (ILEC) Cambridge English: Financial (ICFE)

4 Cambridge ESOL Exams The more commonly known Cambridge ESOL Exams in Albania are:

5 Cambridge ESOL Exams

6 Cambridge ESOL Exams The British Chamber in Albania introduces:

7 What is BULATS? BULATS, the Business Language Testing Service is a language assessment service. By testing a number of linguistic skills, BULATS produces accurate language profiles of candidates. BULATS is a collaborative venture between the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations and three leading European language institutes: the Alliance Française, the Goethe-Institute and the Universidad de Salamanca, ensuring the rigour of the tests, the accuracy of each language version and the reliability of the results. Results are based on the internationally recognised and standardised level framework of the Association of Language Testers in Europe (ALTE), which is directly linked to the levels of the Council of Europe s Common European Framework for modern languages (CEF).

8 BULATS is a multilingual service, offering tests in English, French, German and Spanish. The following tests are offered: ü BULATS Online Reading and Listening test ü BULATS CD-ROM Reading and Listening test ü BULATS Standard test (a paper-based reading and listening test) ü BULATS Online Speaking test (English only) ü BULATS Speaking test (a face-to-face Speaking test) ü BULATS Online Writing test (English only) ü BULATS Writing test (a paper-based writing test) Tests can be combined to test all four language skills or they can be used independently. Tests of English are produced by the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, French by the Alliance Française, German by the Goethe-Institut and Spanish by the Universidad de Salamanca. These four institutions are members of the Association of Language Testers in Europe. BULATS is coordinated by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, who have been producing language examinations since 1913 and deliver over 1.5 million tests a year in over 130 countries. Cambridge ESOL is a part of Cambridge Assessment, one of the world's largest assessment agencies.

9 The service provides: ürelevant, useful and reliable language tests in work contexts ütest administration to suit the client / company's individual requirements ürapid turn around of test results üinformation to help the interpretation of test results üadvice to companies on appropriate strategies for language testing, assessing language needs (language auditing) and training

10 Interpretation of scores: Information on BULATS Test Results / BULATS Test Report Test Results The BULATS Online Test produces a report with the candidate's overall score (on a scale of 0-100) and level (on the ALTE level system of 0-5), and their score on each section of the test. The Test Report Form can be printed from the administrator's programme. On the reverse of the report there is a summary of the ALTE "Can Do Statements". Interpretation of scores: BULATS Scores ALTE Levels Common European Framew ork Ability Cambridge ESOL Exam C1 (Effective proficiency) C2 (Mastery) Upperadvanced Loweradvanced CPE CAE, BEC H B2 (Vantage) Upperintermediate B1 (Threshold) Lowerintermediate A2 (Waystage) Elementary KET FCE, BEC V PET, BEC P A1 Beginner - (Breakthrough)

11 Why BULATS? It is a prestigious Exam from Cambridge University. It is a Life long certificate It is world wide recognised It is a flexible exam, to take

12 Howto register for BULATS? The Chamber has several testing centres around Albania for convenience. Please write to us at or call The testing dates are arranged to suite the demand and are in average three times a week.

13 When do I get the Certificate? You will know the scores as soon as you finish the test, while the certificate will take up to two weeks.

14 Howmuch would it cost me? Bulats on line testing, it is now available in Albania at a competitive price.

15 What if I am not happy with the score and wish to retake the exam? The Exam it is designed to help you with pre training and course materials to improve your English and therefore achieve the best of scoring. We advise you to take a course prior to the exam if you are not sure of your capabilities. W hile you also have the opportunity to retake the exam without prejudice.

16 What else? BULATS it is the test which also opens the doors for your future employment. Currently it is used by major institutions such as: EULEX in Kosova KPMG around the world ZHAW School of Management and Law Vectronix AG Zurich University of Teacher Education Les Roches International School of Hotel Management

17 Any Support? The British Chamber has teamed up with the English Speaking Union Albania in providing quality courses to support all of you who wish to improve your level of English, prior to taking the test. Our courses are: Time effective Efficient and at very affordable prices to suite the students ability to pay.

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