language courses
Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEF)
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•   this document was created by the Council of Europe based on scientific research and extensive consultations with language experts and professionals

•   it provides practical instructions to determine clear criteria that must be met in order to achieve the required level of language competence

•   it ensures objective evaluation and mutual recognition of language qualification in a way that is internationally comparable

•   it clearly describes the skills that are to be acquired in order to effectively communicate in a foreign language

•   the aim of CEF is to overcome barriers in European countries that result from different educational systems and to achieve even greater unity among them