Maltese for foreigners syllabus : level A1 beginners : elementary

Abstract

This syllabus is based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, teaching, assessment. The CEFR, which is not language-specific, was published by the Council of Europe to provide: “a common basis for the elaboration of language syllabuses, curriculum guidelines, examinations, textbooks, etc. across Europe. It describes in a comprehensive way what language learners have to learn to do in order to use a language for communication and what knowledge and skills they have to develop so as to be able to act effectively. The description also covers the cultural context in which language is set. The Framework also defines levels of proficiency which allow learners’ progress to be measured at each stage of learning and on a life-long basis. [Moreover] it provides the means for educational administrators, course designers, teachers, teacher trainers, examining bodies, etc., to reflect on their current practice, with a view to situating and co-ordinating their efforts and to ensuring that they meet the real needs of the learners for whom they are responsible.” (CEFR 2001, 1)