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iTEP Global PlacementFor Students
International Test of English Proficiency
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The Benefits of iTEP Global Placement
iTEP Global Placement is designed to fit the specific needs of any international English language or Intensive English Program (IEP). The test is delivered online and includes tasks targeting beginner to advanced levels of English proficiency to fit diverse program levels. As with all other iTEP exams, iTEP Global Placement is aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), and score reports provide a level designation from A1 – C2. iTEP International staff works with clients to align iTEP to existing program levels.
In short, the iTEP Global Placement Test is right for your institution because it is:
» Specialized: content tests a variety of difficulties to fit diverse program levels » Convenient: test can be taken online from any computer » Fast: detailed results available immediately after completion » Affordable: Accurate, on-demand, and cost-effective testing
iTEP International at a GlanceiTEP International was founded by career interna-tional educators. Our decades of experience have prepared us for the unique challenges of the indus-try today. We developed iTEP to help institutions and language learners alike.
We use the best technology available, and our live staff is always there to meet the needs of our clients. A test this user friendly is perfect for employee and candidate evaluation.
You are in good company! iTEP is used by the national governments of various countries, including Colombia, Egypt, India, and Saudi Arabia, as well as numerous professional and academic organiza-tions and institutions.
In each section, examinees will encounter content and questions targeted to varying levels of proficiency.
A Grammar — 4 minutes/ one partTen fill-in-the-blank, multiple-choice questions testing the examinee’s familiarity with a key feature of English structure; questions range from beginner to advanced.
B Listening — 2 minutes/ two partsPart 1 Six high-beginning to low-intermediate level short conversations of two to three sentences, each
followed by one multiple-choice question.Part 2 One two-to three minute intermediate level conversation, followed by four multiple-choice
questions.
C Vocabulary — 4 minutes/ two partsPart 1 Five fi ll-in-the-blank, multiple-choice questions. Part 2 Four multiple-choice questions testing the examinee’s familiarity with synonyms.
D Reading — 17 minutes/ two partsPart 1 One low-intermediate level passage (160 words) followed by four multiple-choice questions.Part 2 One upper-level passage (450 words) followed by six multiple choice questions.
Not only is the iTEP Global Placement designed with students in mind, it comes with a detailed comprehensive score report which provides a precise look at their English ability.
Official Score ReportName: Cruz, Marcela Nationality: American Date of Birth: 03-May-1980Test ID#: 214661944GP Test Date: 12-Oct-2017Govt. ID#: 0000000 Issued By: Test Version: Global Placement Level:
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iTEP Level Skill Individual Skill Ability Guide
6.0 Grammar Grammar descriptors are not a component of the iTEP Placement Ability Guide.
6.0 Listening Comprehends overall meaning and virtually all details of lectures on diverse topics.Understands English spoken in a variety of non-native accents.
6.0 Vocabulary Vocabulary range allows for nuanced expression and comprehension of abstract meaning.Able to operate fully at an academic level.
4.5 Reading Utilizes contextual and syntactic clues to interpret meaning of complex sentences and newvocabulary. Gathers most main ideas from textbooks and articles, but has an uneven graspof details. Misinterprets some abstract content and cultural references.
iTEP Level RecommendedCEFR Level Overall Ability Guide
5.6 B2 Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics,including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization. Can interact with a degreeof fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quitepossible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range ofsubjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages anddisadvantages of various options.
Official Score ReportName: Cruz, Marcela Nationality: American Date of Birth: 03-May-1980Test ID#: 214661944GP Test Date: 12-Oct-2017Govt. ID#: 0000000 Issued By: Test Version: Global Placement Level:
Overall Assessment: Level 5.6 ( Upper Intermediate ) - CEFR: B2
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Assessment Level by SkillTEST SECTION CEFR iTEP DESCRIPTION
Grammar B2 6.0 Upper Intermediate
Listening B2 6.0 Upper Intermediate
Vocabulary B2 6.0 Upper Intermediate
Reading B1 4.5 Intermediate
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Official Score ReportName: Cruz, Marcela Nationality: American Date of Birth: 03-May-1980Test ID#: 214661944GP Test Date: 12-Oct-2017Govt. ID#: 0000000 Issued By: Test Version: Global Placement Level:
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iTEP Global Placement Structure
iTEP sec-tion levels
paired with CEFR
descriptions
Overall Assessment Level
Ability Guide
describes “real-world”
language skills
Includes CEFR level
numeric equivalency
Linguistic sub-skills within sections
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