ESB ESOL Skills for Life assesses against the ESOL Core Curriculum. Teachers who use the ESOL Core Curriculum will find that an ESB assessment fits comfortably with their teaching styles and student learning styles.
ESB strongly recommends teachers use a wide range of materials, both published and authentic, selecting those that best suit the students and the context of their learning.
The following documents may assist when:
Each cross reference chart shows where each descriptor is assessed in an ESB ESOL SfL assessment:
Basic Skills National Standards and Descriptors (pdf)This document may assist when deciding if a student is ready to be entered for assessment. It offers a broad overview of the level.
Typical performance statements - Entry levels (pdf)
For practical guidance on each section see:
Hints and Tips for Success (pdf)
We would love to hear from you if you have any suggestions as to how ESB might support you as you prepare students for an assessment in speaking and listening.
Please contact esol@esbuk.org