With the introduction of these additional levels, our educational team aims to bring a new level of nuance and depth to the BOOKR Class Library, creating a more tailored and comprehensive learning journey for each and every student.<\/span><\/p>\nSo, why the switch to 9 levels, and how will it benefit you as an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teacher? Let’s delve into the advantages and possibilities that this expansion brings to the classroom.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”changed-based-on-your-feedback”][vc_column]Change, based on your feedback<\/h2>\n[vc_column_text]During the past 2 years since BOOKR Class 2.0 came out, we have learnt and experienced a lot about the functioning of the library, the habits of our users and the teaching practices.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”10150″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]To better nuance the BOOKR Class Library, our educational team decided to <\/span>extend the currently available 6 levels to 9 levels, <\/b>introducing new \u201ctransition levels\u201d.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]Target & CEFR levels remain the same<\/h3>\n[vc_column_text]The <\/span>target age group<\/b> will remain <\/span>4-14<\/b>, and the <\/span>proficiency level from pre-beginner to intermediate (pre-A1 to B2)<\/b>, but with more nuance and transition between levels.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”the-benefits-of-9-levels”][vc_column]The benefits of 9 levels<\/h2>\n[vc_column_text]Why switch to 9 levels and how does it benefit your work as an EFL teacher?\u00a0<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]- <\/i> 1. Increased Differentiation<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ul>[vc_column_text]With 9 levels instead of 6, teachers can provide <\/span>a more nuanced and differentiated learning experience<\/b> for their students. Different students have different levels of proficiency and progress at different rates, so having more levels allows teachers <\/span>to better tailor the content to each student’s needs and abilities<\/b>.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]
- <\/i> 2. Enhanced Language Development<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ul>[vc_column_text]By increasing the levels, the content can <\/span>cover a wider range of language skills<\/b>, such as vocabulary, grammar, and reading comprehension. This can help students develop their English language skills in a <\/span>more comprehensive and structured <\/b>manner, building a solid foundation for their language development.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”10147″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”]
- <\/i> 3. Flexibility in Lesson Planning<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ul>[vc_column_text]More levels provide teachers with <\/span>greater flexibility in lesson planning<\/b>. They can easily adjust the content and difficulty level based on their students’ progress and needs, allowing for <\/span>a more adaptive and personalized approach<\/b> to English language instruction.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]
- <\/i> 4. Better Assessment and Monitoring<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ul>[vc_column_text]Having more levels allows for <\/span>more accurate assessment and monitoring of students’ progress<\/b>. Teachers can easily track students’ performance across different levels, identify areas for improvement, and provide targeted feedback, which can support effective assessment and monitoring of student learning outcomes.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”10148″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]How should you image the CEFR levels aligning with BOOKR Class\u2019s classification of levels? Here\u2019s a cheat sheat, save it, copy it, print it and have it handy if needed.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”10149″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”the-new-leveling-system”][vc_column]
What should you know about the new leveling system?<\/h2>\n[vc_column_text]Levels one by one<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]Level 1 (pre-A1) - pre-beginner<\/h3>\n[vc_column_text]Level 1 was created for young learners who are encountering the English language for the first time. It aims to familiarize learners with the target language and establish basic skills. Some of the Level 1 books are recommended for ages 0-8 and are tailored to young learners who may not yet have reading skills.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”10146″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]The books <\/b>[\/vc_column_text]- <\/i> high-frequency, easy-to-use words and expressions\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> simple grammar structures in chunks, some very basic grammar structures (\"to be,\" \"can,\" imperative forms)\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> sentences and texts are short and simple\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> the topics are related to learners' immediate environments, everyday situations (school, family, friends, home)\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> nursery rhymes, songs, simple poems, picture books, activity books, and short, straightforward stories \n<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[vc_column_text]The games<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
- <\/i> an enjoyable experience & opportunities for incidental learning, accidental language acquisition\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> the establishment and improvement of skills<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> vocabulary, listening skills, comprehension, memory, cognitive skills, and fine-motor skills\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> instructions are simple and read aloud \n<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]
Level 2 (pre-A1) - beginner<\/h3>\n[vc_column_text]Level 2 is designed for beginner learners to get familiar and comfortable with the basics of the English.<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]- <\/i> meaningful context for learning vocabulary, understanding basic sentences, improving reading, listening skills<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[vc_single_image image=”10145″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]The books <\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
- <\/i> high-frequency words and expressions, basic grammar structures (\"can\" and present simple)\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> sentences and texts that are short and easy to follow\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> topics related to learners' immediate environments, concrete everyday situations and contexts\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> coherent stories with basic logical links \n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> simple stories, picture books, poems, dialogues, activity books, and content- and lang.-int. texts\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> some books are form-focused, written specifically to teach a certain grammar structure (e.g. present simple) or specific vocabulary items (e.g. items of clothing) - others are meaning-focused\n<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[vc_column_text]The games<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
- <\/i> more explicitly on vocabulary, comprehension, and basic grammar & listening skills and cognitive skills\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> many of the activities do not require reading skills\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> instructions for the games are narrated as well\n<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]
Level 3 (A1) - beginner<\/h3>\n[vc_column_text]Level 3 for beginner learners to improve their confidence with the basics of the English language.\u00a0<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]- <\/i> reading skills, expand vocabulary, and provide examples of level-appropriate grammar structures \n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> improve comprehension \n<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[vc_single_image image=”10144″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]The books <\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
- <\/i> high-frequency words related to the immediate environment, everyday situations, and a wider scope of the world\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> form-focused books (e.g. present simple, present continuous, past simple)\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> the texts offer a broader range of vocabulary and grammar structures\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> most books are coherent stories (fiction or non-fiction) with logical links\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> modern fiction, classic stories, dialogues and conversations, and non-fiction texts about the world\n<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[vc_column_text]The games<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
- <\/i> more explicitly on comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, language proficiency & communicative and cognitive skills\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> some are similar to those found in textbooks to help learners prepare\nfor succeeding in the classroom.\n<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]
Level 4 (A1-A2) - elementary<\/h3>\n[vc_column_text]Level 4 is designed for beginner learners who seek to improve their language skills.<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]- <\/i> both receptive (listening, reading) and productive skills (speaking, writing)\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> examples for the flow of texts and conversations while enhancing language skills\n<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[vc_single_image image=”10143″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]The books <\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
- <\/i> high-frequency words related to the immediate environment, everyday situations & a wider scope of the world\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> meaning-focused books provide simpler authentic examples with linking words and complex sentences\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> form-focused books emphasize the occurrence of a certain structure or vocabulary items\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> coherence and cohesion of the texts are strong\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> the events and messages are more explicit, but leaving some space for interpretation \n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> modern fiction, classic stories, dialogues & conversations, and non-fiction texts about people and the world\n<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[vc_column_text]The games<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
- <\/i> more explicitly on comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, language proficiency & communicative skills\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> some games are textbook-type exercises \n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> in some books, instructions are not read out loud\n<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]
Level 5 (A2) - pre-intermediate<\/h3>\n[vc_column_text]Level 5 is designed for pre-intermediate learners to expand their basic knowledge and improve their language skills<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]- <\/i> to express themselves more effectively on a wider range of topics in more detail. \n<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[vc_single_image image=”10142″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]The books <\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
- <\/i> more complex sentences related to everyday topics (family, work, nature and school)\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> language production (e.g. daily routines, sharing experiences, and giving basic opinions)\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> grammar that is necessary for self-expression with a limited vocabulary\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> both form- and meaning-focused books with some stylistic and literary elements (e.g. humor)\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> the sentences and texts are diverse (length, genre, vocabulary, and grammar structures)\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> some stories require some interpretation, encouraging self-reflection, critical thinking\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> opportunities for learning about different cultures and subjects\n<\/span><\/li>
- <\/i> modern fiction, classic stories, dialogues and conversations, and non-fiction texts about culture and the world\n<\/span><\/li><\/ul>[vc_column_text]The games<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
- <\/i> focus more explicitly on comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, and general language proficiency\n<\/span><\/li>