May 2022

Knowledge-based Vocabulary Lists (KVL)

Discover the 5,000 words learners know best. The Knowledge-based Vocabulary Lists (KVL) were created as part of an innovative research project sponsored by the British Council.

  • Assessment
  • Language assessment
  • Multiple regions
  • Monograph
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May 2022

Next Generation: What We Know Briefs

This report explores the main themes from the Next Generation series: education and skills, local and global challenges, and political and civic engagement of young people.

  • Youth voices
  • Multiple regions
  • Research report
  • Research series
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April 2022

Aligning language education with the CEFR: a handbook

This Handbook is for teachers, testers, and policymakers working to align language education with the CEFR, offering practical guidance and insights for real-world application.

  • English
  • Assessment
  • Language assessment
  • Multiple regions

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