Canadian Language Benchmarks (ESL Literacy)

26 Canadian Language Benchmarks: ESL Literacy Writing At this Benchmark, I can: When: ! • the topic is familiar • I write for a familiar person • write simple sentences and short, simple paragraphs • use capital letters and simple punctuation „ Complete simple forms with 15-20 items. For example: • an application form for pre-authorized payments „ Write short, simple messages to get things done. For example: • an email to my supervisor to ask for a day off (including a reason) „ Write a short social message (up to 1 paragraph) to someone I know. For example: • an email to a friend to talk about my vacation • a thank-you note to my supervisor „ Write 1 paragraph describing something familiar to me. For example: • a description of my plans for next summer • a description of my new home „ Copy short, simple paragraphs. For example: • information about 2 products to decide which one is better • definitions from 2-3 different dictionaries Reproducing Information Sharing 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 4