Canadian Language Benchmarks (ESL Literacy)

10 Canadian Language Benchmarks: ESL Literacy Listening At this Benchmark, I can: When: ! • I can see the person • the person speaks at a slow to normal rate and helps me understand • the person often uses pictures or gestures • the topic is familiar • understand most simple sentences „ Understand common requests, warnings, and permission. For example: • a request for a day off work • a request to borrow a book „ Understand very short, simple social conversations (including greetings, introductions and endings). For example: • an apology from a friend • an introduction to a new co-worker „ Follow 2- to 4-step common instructions and directions. For example: • instructions for a classroom activity • directions to a washroom „ Understand short descriptions of a person, object, situation, personal experience, or routine. For example: • a description of a family photo • details of a birthday party Comprehending Instructions Comprehending Information Interacting with Others Getting Things Done © 2013 Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks The Can Do Statements are intended to help learners understand the Canadian Language Benchmark levels; they are not intended for assessment purposes. For the Canadian Language Benchmark Online Self-Assessment, visit www.CLB-OSA.ca . For further details on the Canadian Language Benchmarks, consult the CLB document, available online at www.language.ca . The Can Do Statements were developed with support from the Province of Manitoba and the Government of Canada. Benchmark Canadian Language Benchmarks Can Do Statements 3