Online English level 9

Online English 9 - ELP:

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Objectives

Can contribute to group discussions even when speech is fast and colloquial.
Can make jokes in writing using words with similar spelling but different meanings.
Can demonstrate sensitivity to different viewpoints, using repetition and paraphrase to demonstrate a detailed understanding of each party’s requirements for an agreement.
Can explain technical terminology and difficult concepts when communicating with non-experts about matters within his/her field of specialization.
Can act as a mediator in intercultural encounters, contributing to a shared communication culture by managing ambiguity, offering advice and support, and heading off misunderstandings.
Can understand correspondence containing idiomatic or non-standard language.
Can describe the details of problem-solution relationships using a range of linguistic devices.
Can write essays and reports synthesizing information from a number of sources.
Can interpret and present clearly and reliably in writing (in Language B) the salient, relevant points contained in complex diagrams and other visually organized data (with text in Language A) on complex academic or professional topics.
Can make the main points contained in a complex text more accessible to the target audience by adding redundancy, explaining and modifying style and register.
Can anticipate how people might misunderstand what has been said or written and help maintain positive interaction by commenting on and interpreting different cultural perspectives on the issue concerned.
Can paraphrase and interpret complex, technical texts, using suitably non-technical language for a recipient who does not have specialist knowledge.
Can describe in detail his/her personal interpretation of a work, outlining his/her reactions to certain features and explaining their significance.
Can paraphrase and interpret complex, technical texts, using suitably non-technical language for a recipient who does not have specialist knowledge.
Can summarise (in Language B) long, demanding texts (in Language A).
Can co-ordinate a group that is working on a project online, formulating and revising detailed instructions, evaluating proposals from team members, and providing clarifications in order to accomplish the shared tasks.
Can engage in real-time online exchanges with several participants, understanding the communicative intentions and cultural implications of the various contributions.
Can use persuasive language to suggest that parties in disagreement shift towards a new position.
Can critically appraise a wide variety of texts including literary works of different periods and genres.
Can write a clear summary of a complex factual text, maintaining its original tone and message.
Can write a letter of the application using appropriate conventions and a range of linguistically complex language.
Can critically appraise a wide variety of texts including literary works of different periods and genres.
Can outline his/her interpretation of a character in a work: their psychological/emotional state, the motives for their actions and the consequences of these actions.
Can interpret and describe clearly and reliably (in Language B) the salient points and details contained in complex diagrams and other visually organized information (with text in Language A) on complex academic or professional topics
Can explain technical terminology and difficult concepts when communicating with non-experts about matters within his/her field of specialization.
Can make the main points contained in a complex text more accessible to the target audience by adding redundancy, explaining and modifying style and register.
Can summarise clearly in the well-structured language (in Language B) the main points made in complex texts (in Language A) in fields of specialization other than his/her own, although he/she may occasionally check particular technical concepts.
Can answer questions about abstract topics clearly and in detail.
Can follow a fast-paced conversation between fluent speakers well enough to be able to contribute.
Can substitute an equivalent term for a word they can't recall so smoothly that it isn't noticeable.
Can show sensitivity to different perspectives within a group, acknowledging contributions and formulating any reservations, disagreements or criticisms in such a way as to avoid or minimize any offence.
Can summarise (in Language B) discussion (in Language A) on matters within his/her academic or professional competence, elaborating and weighing up different points of view and identifying the most significant points.
Can summarise in writing a long and complex text (in Language A) (e.g. an academic article, article providing political analysis, novel extract, editorial, literary review, report or extract from a scientific book) for a specific audience, respecting the style and register of the original.
Can explain (in Language B) the relevance of specific information found in a particular section of a long, complex text (in Language A).
Can rephrase controversial statements into more neutral language.
Can write an accurate summary of a complex, discursive text.
Can organize a varied and balanced sequence of plenary, group and individual work, ensuring smooth transitions between the phases.
Can comment on and discuss a linguistically complex text.
Can recognize coherence devices and follow complex arguments on unfamiliar topics.
Can write a detailed critical review of cultural events (e.g. plays, films, concerts) or literary works.
Can express themselves fluently in writing, adapting the level of formality to the context.
Can evaluate the extent to which a work follows the conventions of its genre.
Can justify a point of view using linguistically complex language.
Can evaluate the extent to which a work follows the conventions of its genre.
Can adapt his/her register according to the context of online interaction, moving from one register to the other within the same exchange if necessary.
Can understand the intended double meaning of a word used in a joke.
Can identify examples that support a particular interpretation of a linguistically complex text.
Can communicate fluently (in Language B) the sense of what is said (in Language A) on a wide range of subjects of personal, academic and professional interest, conveying significant information clearly and concisely as well as explaining cultural references.
Can describe and comment on ways in which the work engages the audience (e.g. by building up and subverting expectations).
Can summarise in writing (in Language B) long, complex texts (in Language A), interpreting the content appropriately, provided he/she can occasionally check the precise meaning of unusual, technical terms.
Can give a detailed account of a complex subject, ending with a clear conclusion.
Can give reasons and explanations for their opinions using linguistically complex language.
Can describe and comment on ways in which the work engages the audience (e.g. by building up and subverting expectations).
Can understand most of a linguistically complex podcast.
Can extract information, ideas and opinions from highly specialized sources within their field.
Can summarise clearly and precisely the arguments and event descriptions from a complex text.
Can conclude a discursive argument using a range of linguistic devices.
Can understand the use of puns, allusions, jokes etc. in adverts or newspaper headlines.
Can understand stories being told by a fluent speaker using colloquial language.
Can translate (into Language B) abstract texts on social, academic and professional subjects in his/her field (written in Language A), successfully conveying evaluative aspects and arguments, including many of the implications associated with them, though some expression may be over-influenced by the original.
Can frame a discussion to decide on a course of action with a partner or group, reporting on what others have said, summarising, elaborating and weighing up multiple points of view.
Can follow presentations on abstract and complex topics outside their field of interest.
Can identify inferred meaning in a linguistically complex text.
Can use linguistic devices such as fronting to emphasize key information in a sentence.
Can contribute fluently and naturally to a conversation about a complex or abstract topic.
Can precisely select vocabulary for rhetorical purposes.
Can participate in linguistically complex discussions about attitudes and opinions.
Can deal effectively with communication problems and cultural issues that arise in an online collaborative or transactional exchange by reformulating, clarifying and providing examples through media (visual, audio, graphic).
Can facilitate understanding of a complex issue by highlighting and categorizing the main points, presenting them in a logically connected pattern, and reinforcing the message by repeating the key aspects in different ways.
Can understand complex arguments in newspaper articles.
Can highlight inconsistencies in thinking, and challenge others’ ideas in the process of trying to reach a consensus.
Can facilitate understanding of a complex issue by highlighting and categorizing the main points, presenting them in a logically connected pattern, and reinforcing the message by repeating the key aspects in different ways.
Can understand the details of long complex texts in their field without needing to reread.
Can write summaries and reviews of professional or literary works.
Can select relevant, detailed information and arguments on complex, abstract topics from multiple oral sources (e.g. lectures, podcasts, formal discussions and debates, interviews), provided the delivery is at normal speed.
Can make decisions about what to note down and what to omit as the lecture or seminar proceeds, even on unfamiliar matters.
Can reformulate what they want to say during a conversation or discussion using linguistically complex language.
Can follow films employing a considerable degree of slang and idiomatic usage.
Can participate in complex projects requiring collaborative writing and redrafting as well as other forms of online collaboration, following and relaying instructions with precision in order to reach the goal.
Can take detailed notes during a lecture on topics in his/her field of interest, recording the information so accurately and so closely to the original that the notes could also be used by other people.
Can summarise and comment on the content of a linguistically complex text.
Can explain (in Language B) subtle distinctions in the presentation of facts and arguments (in Language A).
Can spontaneously pose a series of questions to encourage people to think about their prior knowledge of an abstract issue and to help them establish a link to what is going to be explained.
Can exploit information and arguments from a complex text (in Language A) to discuss a topic (in Language B), glossing with evaluative comments, adding his/her opinion, etc.
Can ask a series of open questions that build on different contributions in order to stimulate logical reasoning (e.g. hypothesizing, inferring, analyzing, justifying and predicting).
Can participate in discussions using linguistically complex language to compare, contrast and summarise information.
Can take effective notes while listening to a linguistically complex audio recording.
Can participate in a fast-paced conversation with fluent speakers.
Can use a wide range of persuasive techniques in presentations and discussions to encourage others to take a course of action.
Can develop the interaction and tactfully help steer it towards a conclusion.
Can recognize a speaker's feelings or attitude in linguistically complex speech.
Can tell a detailed anecdote using linguistically complex language.
Can explain (in Language B) the attitude or opinion expressed in a source text (in Language A) on a specialized topic, supporting inferences he/she makes with reference to specific passages in the original.
Can formulate a diplomatic request to each side in a disagreement to determine what is central to their position, and what they may be willing to give up under certain circumstances.
Can deal with complex online transactions in a service role (e.g. applications with complicated requirements), adjusting language flexibly to manage discussions and negotiations.
Can join a conversation already in progress between fluent speakers on complex topics.
Can manage the participants in a fast-moving discussion to keep it on course.
Can reorganize a complex source text in order to focus on the points of most relevance to the target audience.
Can confidently argue a case in writing, specifying needs and objectives precisely and justifying them as necessary.
Can infer meaning, opinion, attitude, etc. in fast-paced conversations between fluent speakers.
Can take notes to summarise the key points made during a technical or linguistically complex discussion.
Can adapt his/her language (e.g. syntax, idiomaticity, jargon) in order to make a complex specialist topic accessible to recipients who are not familiar with it.
Can understand the details in a linguistically complex audio recording.
Can smoothly switch between a range of writing styles to address specific audiences and topics in a personal way.
Can edit and add to a linguistically complex text to make it clearer or more concise.
Can adapt his/her language (e.g. syntax, idiomaticity, jargon) in order to make a complex specialist topic accessible to recipients who are not familiar with it.
Can intervene diplomatically in order to redirect discussion, prevent one person from dominating or confront disruptive behaviour.
Can make complex, challenging content more accessible by explaining difficult aspects more explicitly and adding helpful detail.
Can understand the details of extended and linguistically complex talks on a range of political, environmental, and social issues.
Can make complex, challenging content more accessible by explaining difficult aspects more explicitly and adding helpful detail.
Can recognize undercurrents in interaction and take appropriate steps to guide the direction of the discussion.
Can recognize a wide range of idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms, appreciating register shifts.
Can summarise group discussions on a wide range of linguistically complex topics.
Can provide fluent spoken/signed translation (into Language B) of complex texts (written in Language A) on a wide range of general and specialized topics, capturing most nuances.
Can give complex information using appropriate register and conventions.
Can comment in detail on the content of a linguistically complex radio programme or podcast in which people describe reactions or opinions.
Can participate effectively in live, online professional or academic discussion, asking for and giving further clarification of complex, abstract issues as necessary.
Can talk about complex financial problems in detail.
Can evaluate, restate and challenge arguments in professional or academic live online chat and discussion.
Can write linguistically complex and logically structured reports and articles.
Can summarise in writing the author's viewpoints, attitudes or opinions in a linguistically complex text.
Can critically evaluate the way in which structure, language and rhetorical devices are exploited in a work for a particular purpose and give a reasoned argument concerning their appropriateness and effectiveness.
Can give detailed advice on a wide range of subjects using linguistically complex language.
Can mediate effectively and naturally between members of his/her own and other communities, taking account of socio-cultural and sociolinguistic differences.
Can give a critical appreciation of deliberate breaches of linguistic conventions in a piece of writing.
Can translate (into Language B) technical material outside his/her field of specialization (written in Language A), provided subject matter accuracy is checked by a specialist in the field concerned.
Can guide a sensitive discussion effectively, identifying nuances and undercurrents.
Can anticipate and deal effectively with possible misunderstandings (including cultural ones), communication issues and emotional reactions in an online discussion.
Can critically evaluate the way in which structure, language and rhetorical devices are exploited in a work for a particular purpose and give a reasoned argument concerning their appropriateness and effectiveness.
Can give a critical appreciation of deliberate breaches of linguistic conventions in a piece of writing.
Can easily and quickly adapt his/her register and style to suit different online environments, communication purposes and speech acts.
Can create well-structured complex texts with underlying inferred meaning.
Can write about complex subjects, underlining the key issues and in a style appropriate to the intended reader.
Can take on different roles according to the needs of the participants and requirements of the activity (resource person, mediator, supervisor, etc.) and provide appropriate individualized support.
Can elucidate the information given in texts on complex academic or professional topics by elaborating and providing examples.
Can elucidate the information given in texts on complex academic or professional topics by elaborating and providing examples.