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Identifying key criteria of written and spoken English at C1

Explore the key features that define spoken and written English at the C1 level.

Transnational education data collection systems

This report explores the characteristics of TNE data collection systems in host countries and the capacity to produce robust data on TNE programmes and enrolment rates.

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Cities, prosperity and influence

March 2017: How can cities shape their own destinies and help address urban, national and international challenges?

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As others see us 2016

The Global Perceptions 2016 report takes a look at the UK's overall attractiveness and levels of trust across 19 nations.

Assessing the language of young learners

Linking language levels to age, this research explores how assessment, especially formative testing, can align with young learners’ linguistic, cognitive, and social development.

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The 51 per cent

To mark international women’s day, a new essay collection looks at the experience of women in different countries and uncovers a set of common problems they still face around the world.

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Validating the Core Inventory for General English

The Core Inventory for General English aims to inform teachers about the levels at which learners of English master certain aspects of the language.

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Investigating valid constructs for writing tasks in EAP tests for use in Japanese university entrance examinations

What makes a valid English writing test for Japanese university admissions? This study finds direct tasks like opinion pieces and summaries best reflect real writing ability.

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Interacting with visuals in L2 listening tests: an eye-tracking study

Can visuals improve second language listening test scores? We explored how learners watch and use videos during listening tests and what it means for performance.

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The effects of single and double play upon listening test outcomes and cognitive processing

Does hearing a recording twice change how language learners listen? This study explores how replaying audio impacts behaviour and performance in L2 listening tests.

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