The Linguistic Audit is a tool that provides the HR or Human Capital department with a survey of the linguistic needs and competencies of their organization.
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Linguistic Audit Service:
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Language Needs Analysis: Identifies the specific language needs of the company (e.g. for the international market or internal communications).
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Language Proficiency Assessment: Measures the language proficiency level of staff through tests and interviews.
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Gap Identification: Determines areas where additional training or improvement in language use is required.
Methodology
Step 1: Scope Definition
Assessment of the organization's linguistic objectives and needs, determining the scope and areas for improvement in communication.
Step 2: Design and implementation
Decisions regarding the tools and methods to be used to measure language competence: tests, interviews, document analysis.
Step 3: Report
Results report with language standards and training program recommendations
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is an international standard that provides a clear and detailed description of levels of language proficiency in different languages.
Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
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A1 - Beginner
Listening and Writing: Able to understand and use familiar expressions and basic phrases.
Oral and Written Production: Able to introduce him/herself and others and ask simple questions.
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A2 - Elementary
Listening and Writing: Can understand sentences and basic vocabulary on topics of personal relevance.
Oral and Written Production: Can communicate in everyday situations requiring a simple exchange of information.
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B1 - Intermediate
Oral and Written Comprehension: Able to understand the main points of clear texts and conversations on familiar topics.
Oral and Written Production: Can produce simple, coherent texts on topics of personal or work-related interest.
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B2 - Upper Intermediate
Oral and Written Comprehension: Able to understand the main ideas of complex texts and maintain conversations with fluency.
Oral and Written Production: Can produce clear, detailed texts on a wide range of subjects.
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C1 - Advanced
Oral and Written Comprehension: Able to understand a wide range of complex texts and express him/herself fluently and spontaneously.
Speaking and Writing: Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on a wide range of complex subjects.
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C2 - Proficient
Oral and Written Comprehension: Able to understand everything he/she reads or hears with ease and summarize information from a variety of sources.
Oral and Written Production: Can express him/herself spontaneously and precisely, differentiating subtle nuances even in complex situations.