Reflecting on the common European framework of reference for languages and its companion volume

Author(s)

• Little, David
• Figueras, Neus

Bibliographic Information

Reflecting on the common European framework of reference for languages and its companion volume

edited by David Little, Neus Figueras

（New perspectives on language and education, 104）

Multilingual Matters, 2022

• : pbk

Note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and its Companion Volume have established themselves as an indispensable reference point for all aspects of second and foreign language education. This book discusses the impact of the CEFR on curricula, teaching/learning and assessment in a wide range of educational contexts, identifies challenges posed by the Companion Volume and sheds light on areas that require further research and development. Particular attention is paid to three features of the two documents: their action-oriented approach, their focus on plurilingualism, and the potential of their scales and descriptors to support the alignment of curricula, teaching/learning and assessment. The book suggests a way forward for future engagement with the CEFR, taking account of new developments in applied linguistics and related disciplines.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements Contributors David Little and Neus Figueras: Introduction Part 1: The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Past, Present and Future David Little: Introduction Chapter 1. Masashi Negishi: The Impact of The CEFR in Japan Chapter 2. Margaret E. Malone: ACTFL and CEFR: Relationships, Influences and Looking Forward Chapter 3. Brian North: The CEFR Companion Volume Project: What Has Been Achieved Part 2: The Action-oriented Approach: A Change of Paradigm? David Little: Introduction Chapter 4. John H.A.L. de Jong: The Action-oriented Approach and Language Testing: A Critical View Chapter 5. Mark Levy and Neus Figueras: The Action-Oriented Approach in The CEFR and The CEFR Companion Volume: A Change of Paradigm(s)? A Case Study from Spain Chapter 6. Constant Leung: Action-oriented Plurilingual Mediation: A Search for Fluid Foundations Part 3: Plurilingualism, Plurilingual Education and Mediation David Little: Introduction Chapter 7. Bessie Dendrinos: A Data-driven Curriculum with Mediation Descriptors for Plurilingual Education Chapter 8. Peter Lenz: Some Thoughts about the Testing of Mediation Chapter 9. Deirdre Kirwan and David Little: Implementing Plurilingual Education: The Experience of an Irish Primary School Part 4: Descriptors, Scales and Constructive Alignment David Little: Introduction Chapter 10. Armin Berger: Refining the Vertical Axis of the CEFR for Classroom Purposes: Local Reference Points Chapter 11. Elaine Boyd: Commonality versus Localization in Curricula Chapter 12. Elif Kantarcioglu: The CEFR Companion Volume and Mediation: An Assessment Perspective Part 5: Afterword Chapter 13. Barry O'Sullivan: Making the CEFR Work: Considerations for a Future Roadmap Index

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Details

• NCID: BC12748740
• ISBN:
  • 9781800410183
• Country Code: uk
• Title Language Code: eng
• Text Language Code: eng
• Place of Publication: Bristol
• Pages/Volumes: xviii, 208 p.
• Size: 24 cm
• Classification:
  • DC23 : 418.0071
• Subject Headings:
  • LCSH : Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (Project)
  • LCSH : Second language acquisition
  • LCSH : Language and languages -- Study and teaching
• Parent Bibliography ID:
  • BA7182185X