At iStoria, we understand the importance of aligning your progress with globally recognized English proficiency standards. This guide helps you understand how your journey corresponds to international benchmarks like IELTS and the CEFR.
iStoria offers an eight-level English language learning framework designed to guide learners towards achieving C1 proficiency on the CEFR scale and an approximate band score of 8 on the IELTS scale.
💡 What are these standards?
CEFR: The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is an international standard used to evaluate how well you can speak, read, and write a language.
IELTS: The International English Language Testing System is a globally recognized test for education and migration, scoring from 0 to 9.
iStoria Level Equivalence
These levels aim to prepare learners for advanced language proficiency based on globally recognized standards like CEFR and IELTS.
Use this table to see how your iStoria level translates to international standards: The eight levels cover proficiency from beginner to advanced, progressively building skills to match CEFR C1 proficiency or an approximately IELTS band score of 8. Learn through a structured curriculum featuring resources like Dolphin Readers, Oxford Bookworms Library, and Dominoes, which enhance your reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities.
Why is This Alignment Important?
Track Growth: Measure your development in a measurable way as you progress through our stories.
Set Clear Goals: Plan your preparation for IELTS or other academic certifications effectively.
Global Opportunities: Understand your proficiency level when applying for jobs or universities worldwide.
⚠️ Note: These equivalencies are for guidance and progress tracking. For official certification, you must take the authorized exams.
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