LanguageCert International ESOL Qualification (Speaking) commonly called “Speech exam”.
Candidates find the speaking test very enjoyable to take, after participating in a conversation led by a LanguageCert interlocutor – who does not appreciate – for various topics of interest, such as inviting friends to the movies, talking about their hobby or debating a certain one. perspective - just to name a few examples; STILL, the nature of the tasks varies by level.
The spoken exam offers a range of tangible benefits:
Student and teacher friendly exam, which requires little specific preparation for the exam
Exam duration: circle 15 minutes depending on the level of qualification
Individual interview, in order for the candidates to perform as well as possible
Passing note: at least 50%
International English language certificate for speakers of other languages (speaking) given to successful candidates
Find out more about the benefits of the LanguageCert International ESOL International Speaking Exam.
What are the rules of assessment of the oral exam?
The LanguageCert International ESOL exam set directly aligns with the levels of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) produced by the Council of Europe. The spoken exam is rigorously assessed according to the criteria set by the CEFR. The grades given will be either High Pass, Pass ose Fail.
| ESOL International Part | Total maximum points | |
| Speaking | 50 | |
| Note | |
| High Pass | 35-50 out of 50 |
| Pass | 25-34 out of 50 |
| Fail | 0-24 out of 50 |
For more detailed information on the Giving Exam grading scheme, as well as for the evaluation grades for each type of task at a certain level, please download the LanguageCert Qualification Manual for ESOL International (Speaking).
All markers are approved by LanguageCert and subject to rigorous and frequent training and moderation, to ensure that grades are awarded strictly in accordance with CEFR levels and LanguageCert exam requirements.
LanguageCert International ESOL (Speaking) - Examples of interviews
The following videos are examples of the ESOL International LanguageCert Exam (B2 – Level of communicator).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AafYfE6cN8U
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_A94y9yrbI
Their function is to demonstrate the format and features of the exam, as well as possible topics.
They are not intended to be used as guidelines for evaluation.
