Beyond seats: The role of diagnostic testing in crafting an English language learning environment

The session emphasizes the importance of using diagnostic/placement tests and assessments to match students with suitable courses.

This webinar is all about optimizing the early stages of language acquisition for learners. It explores strategies for accurately assessing students' language proficiency levels, which is crucial for placing them in the appropriate learning pathways. The session emphasizes the importance of using diagnostic/placement tests and assessments to match students with suitable courses. This approach maximizes their growth potential and facilitates a more effective and personalized language learning experience.

Presenter(s): Mike Mayor

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Since 2012, Mike has been the driving force behind Pearson's English language learning program – The Global Scale of English. After a successful English language teaching career, Mike joined Pearson in 2003 and headed up Longman Dictionaries before leading the team of Learning Research and Design scientists who developed the Global Scale of English. He has written academic papers on English language learning, travels the world to talk at events and shares his extensive knowledge and tips on our social media channels. Mike has a BA (Hons) in French Language and Literature and a Masters in English and Applied Linguistics from Cambridge University.

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