Introduction for higher education institutions and businesses

Introduction for higher education institutions and businesses Discover our support for your English language programme

Welcome to Cambridge World-class English teaching, learning and assessment solutions created for you.

English is a language that opens up opportunities around the world. We exist to make learning and teaching English an inspiring, rewarding experience.

Partnering with organisations just like yours, we help millions of young adults and adults learn English and confidently prove their language skills to the world.

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Whatever your English language requirements, we can find the right programme for your organisation. And together we can help people achieve academic and career success.

Why choose us?

We are now one Cambridge, combining our world-class research, teaching, learning and assessment expertise.

This gives you a unique, seamless experience, working with a team you can trust.

Our innovative products and services are relevant, exciting and inspiring.

They provide you with rich data, and adaptive learning resources and assessment tools so you can better support your students or employees.

Universities, governments and employers accept our world-class exams and tests, helping them attract people with the English language skills for success.

Over 25,000 organisations recognise and accept our exams worldwide.

Our professional development expertise sets us apart from other providers and gives teachers everything they need to feel confident.

From teaching courses and qualifications to training, we support them at every step.

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A learning journey like no other Our unique approach to learning and assessment is underpinned by our comprehensive professional development portfolio, to deliver real results for your organisation.

Our placement test, courses, resources, exams and tests map to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) – an international

standard for describing language ability.

It uses a six-point scale, from A1 for beginners, up to C2 for those who have mastered a language.

At Cambridge we have everything you need to help your organisation provide a comprehensive and successful English language programme.

Professional learning and development

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Place

Improve

Prepare

Prove

Place your students or employees on the right course

Improve their English language learning

Prepare them for exam success

Prove their English language skills

Placement test: See page 5

Courses: See pages 6–9

Resources: See pages 10–12

Exams and tests: See pages 13–15

Place your students or employees on the right course The Cambridge English Placement Test is a fast and reliable way to group learners by their English level. This means you can place them on the right courses, in the right classes, in the right job or enter them for the right exams and tests. It will help you ensure that your students or employees get the most from their studies.

The test is on demand, adaptive and takes just 30 minutes.

Find out more at cambridgeenglish.org/placement

We wanted a test that we could use for all age groups. This test has met all of our expectations.”

Jenny Daly Bootham School, UK

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Improve your students’ or employees’ English language learning Inspire and empower your students or employees throughout their English learning journey with our wide range of courses.

All our courses offer learning experiences that could only come from Cambridge.

Everything we create is designed by experts who understand how to make learning English enjoyable and motivating – for teachers as well as learners.

As learners practise and improve their English with our courses, teachers will understand their progress, give support where needed

and have the confidence to make informed decisions on next steps.

With so many print and digital solutions on offer, you have plenty of choice to find a good fit for your organisation. See the chart below for a selection of our most popular courses and learning materials.

AD ULT EDUCATION

Ventures Third Edition (US only) The most complete course for student success.

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• Pre-A1–B2

ACADEMIC ENGLISH

Unlock Third Edition Unlock your students’ academic potential.

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• Pre-A1–C1

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Aligned to ELPS and CASAS to help programmes meet WIOA requirements and challenges in today’s adult ESL classrooms Easy-to-teach, customisable resources for lesson planning, extension and remediation address the unique needs of every classroom Digital materials boost student engagement, support learning gains and capture time on task

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Teaches critical thinking skills with measurable progress to develop students’ ability to think critically in an academic context Focuses on the most challenging language areas for students informed by research from Cambridge Video lessons featuring contemporary topics and content

Academic Vocabulary in Use The perfect study aid for using English in academic work.

• • B1–B2

Prism Reading

ACADEMIC ENG L ISH

Covers all the key vocabulary in academic textbooks, articles, lectures and seminars The most useful and frequently used academic vocabulary, based on the Cambridge English Corpus and established academic word lists

A reading course for students to engage, equip and excel in academic settings.

• • A1–C1

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Leslie Anne Hendra, Mark Ibbotson, and Kathryn O’Dell

Lindsay Clandfield, Ben Goldstein, Ceri Jones, and Philip Kerr

B1

A2

CEFR

CEFR

CEFR

STUDENT'S BOOK

Test Generator

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Level 3

Level 4

Level 5

Level 6

A2

B1

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B2

C1

5

B2 CEFR

Ben Goldstein and Ceri Jones

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Leslie Anne Hendra, Mark Ibbotson, and Kathryn O’Dell

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Ben Goldstein and Ceri Jones

B1+

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STUDENT'S BOOK

STUDENT'S BOOK

with eBook Leslie Anne Hendra, Mark Ibbotson, and Kathryn O’Dell

• Presentation Plus classroom

Goldstein and Jones

nd teachers helped shape EVOLVE.

Building brighter futures together

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C1 CEFR

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us cycle where our insights that drives results.

A versatile course that gets students speaking with confidence.

B1+ CEFR

A1–C1

Dedicated speaking lessons based on immersive tasks Peer models and content from real students provide interest and realistic targets Bite-sized smartphone ‘Practice Extra’ homework activities and optional mobile phone ‘Find It’ lesson activities

GEN ER AL ENGLISH

n English course for adults and from beginner to advanced levels

software

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Captivating readings and videos develop academic reading skills, strategies and critical thinking skills A wide variety of reading genres expose and prepare students to understand real-life texts Students collaborate to apply new language in task-based activities

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Evolve Digital A six-level English course to boost confidence in speaking.

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EMPOWER SECOND EDITION

EDITION SECOND A2 ELEMENTARY STUDENT’S BOOK WITH DIGITAL PACK

Digital Pack includes • • • • • • •

Adrian Doff, Craig Thaine, Herbert Puchta, Jeff Stranks, Peter Lewis-Jones

Everything available in one place. cambridgeone.org *when assigned by your teacher

Empower provides: • content that surprises, entertains, and provokes an emotional response • validated assessment from Cambridge Assessment English that measures progress against the CEFR • Digital Workbook content to consolidate learning, accessible on mobile devices • manageable learning with a syllabus informed by English Profile and the Cambridge English Corpus so that students encounter the most relevant language at the right point in their learning.

cambridge.org/empower

CEFR

Empower is a recommended course for Linguaskill preparation.

Effective English language testing for success

Content

T’S BOOK STUDENITAL PACK WITH DIG

For more information visit: cambridgeenglish.org/linguaskill

Starter

Elementary

PreIntermediate

Intermediate

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Advanced

A1

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What is Better Learning?

Insights

ER W O P ESECM ION OND EDIT

Linguaskill is a quick and convenient online test to help institutions check their students’ level of English.

It’s a continuous cycle where our insights shape content that drives results.

Building brighter futures together

Results

Find out more at: cambridge.org/betterlearning

Doff, Thaine, Puchta, Stranks, Lewis-Jones

ISBN 978-1-108-96199-8 Empower Second Edition Student’s Book

Doff, Thaine, Puchta, Stranks, Lewis-Jones C M Y K

CONTENT YOU LOVE. ASSESSMENT YOU CAN TRUST. Empower is a general English course for adult and young adult learners that combines course content from Cambridge University Press with validated assessment from the experts at Cambridge Assessment English.

eBook with audio Digital Workbook Unit progress tests* Mid- and end-of-course tests* Class Audio Workbook Audio Class Video

A2 ELEMENTARY STUDENT’S BOOK WITH DIGITAL PACK

GENER AL ENG L ISH

A1–C1

A2

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Easy administration and time-saving features Flexible course delivery to suit your needs An array of video content including real students, documentaries and dramas Plenty of speaking practice to get students talking

Empower Second Edition Content you love. Assessment you can trust.

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Research-informed syllabus Classroom materials and videos that inspire Real-world communication Assessment that informs teaching and learning

ELEMENTARY

Adrian Doff, Craig Thaine, Herbert Puchta, Jeff Stranks, Peter Lewis-Jones

A1–C1

Interchange Fifth Edition Teach with confidence, using the world’s favourite English course.

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Developed with insights from thousands of experienced teachers Proven syllabus with an easy-to-follow approach Flexible units make it easy to personalise each lesson

A1–B1+

I strongly believe that our institution’s success is due to our consistency and the support we have gotten from the book.”

Andrés Paredes, Ecuador, speaking about Interchange Fifth Edition

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Vocabulary in Use The words needed to communicate with confidence.

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• A1–C2

Grammar in Use The world’s best-selling grammar series.

• • • A1–C2

Easy-to-use units cover grammar points on the left-hand page and exercises on the right Ideal in a class setting or for self-study grammar reference and practice Includes integrated audio to help with listening and pronunciation skills

VOCA B U L A RY AND G R A M M AR

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Specially designed to boost confidence along with vocabulary skills Vocabulary presented and practised in context to develop good learning habits Backed by Cambridge research into how English is really spoken

Learn more and see our full range of courses and learning materials at cambridge.org/HEAdultLearning

Explore the world of digital learning with Cambridge One Trusted by 5 million teachers and learners, Cambridge One supports you with high-quality digital experiences based on our world-leading research and partnerships with institutions like yours. Together, we make digital learning engaging, effective and exciting.

To see the full range of resources on our learning platform, go to cambridge.org/one Courses | 9

Prepare your students or employees for academic and career success We work with teachers worldwide to ensure our exam preparation content is practical, relevant and motivating for learners at every stage of their English language journey.

Discover our extensive range of print and digital preparation resources. From skill development to exam tasks, language discovery to real-world use, we provide everything your learners or employees need to feel prepared for their exams and beyond.

See the following for a selection of our most popular preparation materials.

To learn more and see the full range of Cambridge Official Exam Preparation, visit

A wealth of free preparation resources are also available on our website to use alongside our courses and modules. They include online practice tools, sample papers, worksheets, vocabulary lists and exam guides.

Teachers: cambridgeenglish.org/resources-for-teachers

Learners: cambridgeenglish.org/exam-preparation

cambridge.org/HEAdultLearning

Employability Skills Modules Essential soft skills for career and workplace success.

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EMPLOYABI LI TY

• A2–B1+

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Two 8-hour digital modules that teach employability skills to adult and young adult learners Can be used on their own or alongside our general and academic courses Include video, audio and a range of reflective and productive tasks, with many tasks automarked

Presentation Skills Module Mastering confidence in every presentation.

• • B1–B1+

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An 8-hour digital module that teaches key presentation skills for various contexts, including academic, professional and digital presentations Can be used on its own or alongside our general and academic English courses Includes video, audio and a range of reflective and productive tasks

Complete The most thorough preparation for Cambridge English Qualifications.

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A2–C1

Our best-selling exam course with fully integrated exam preparation in each unit Combines the very best in contemporary classroom practice with first-hand knowledge of the challenges students face Exercises based on exclusive insights into real exam candidates’ areas of difficulty

Test & Train On-the-go and intuitive – the perfect training tool for Cambridge English Qualifications.

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IELTS Authentic Practice Tests

exam with practice tests from Cambridge

four authentic examination papers from Cambridge University Press They are the perfect way to practise - EXACTLY like the real exam.

practice tests go through the same design process as the IELTS test. single part of our practice tests with real students under exam ake sure we give you the most authentic experience possible. exam day:

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Perfect practice with authentic exam papers exactly like the real test.

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With Audio With Answers

• ISBN: 978-1-108-78161-9

ISBN: 978-1-108-78161-9

This book is part of a learning experience that could only come from Cambridge. It’s been shaped by unique insights from research, experience and expertise, all to enable you to develop as a professional and help others to reach their full potential.

B1–C2

EXA M PREPAR ATION

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A2–C1

Official exam practice on any device to inspire learners Study time maximised with automarking and at-a-glance class overviews Individual and class performance managed through realtime Class Data view Timed Practice Test replicates exam conditions

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Contains four complete tests for either Academic or General Training that are exactly like the real exam Contains a helpful introduction outlining the IELTS format and scoring Includes downloadable audio for the Listening tests, sample Writing answers and an example Speaking test video

Mindset for IELTS Step inside the mind of IELTS Academic.

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Topic-based units cover Speaking, Writing, Reading, and Listening with extra online practice Updated digital resources including new Unit Tests, Placement and Practice Tests eBook provides all the material in the Student’s Book in a digital format

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Find insights, ideas and resources for exams The World of Better Learning is a great place to explore articles, resources and interviews, with thousands of experiences, insights, ideas and resources for language teachers.

See what’s trending in your country and discover the most recent posts from experts around the world.

Explore the World of Better Learning blog at cambridge.org/wobl

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Prove your students’ or employees’ English language skills Our world-leading exams and tests are a mark of excellence, accepted and trusted by thousands of leading higher education institutions, employers and governments worldwide.

We understand that exam quality, integrity and security are critical to organisations. Our robust and comprehensive approach covers all areas – from exam development, delivery and results processing, through to postexam review and evaluation. This means you can trust the results as a valid and accurate reflection of English language ability.

Our exams and tests can help you with: • • •

academic admission requirements academic exit-level measurement recruiting and retaining the right staff, and informing training decisions.

Explore our complete portfolio below for all your language needs, and visit cambridgeenglish.org/exams-and-tests

The world’s most trusted English test The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) sets the standard for English language assessment, helping thousands of education institutions and organisations to get results they can trust.

Jointly owned by the British Council, IDP IELTS and Cambridge University Press & Assessment, IELTS combines global presence with a commitment to academic research. It’s accepted by over 12,000 organisations globally.

The test is also backed by rigorous academic research and ensures that applicants have the language skills they need to succeed in your organisation.

Join thousands of education institutions and organisations across the world who trust IELTS for their English language assessment.

Find out more at cambridgeenglish.org/ielts

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Your path to learning English, step by step Cambridge English Qualifications are in-depth, paper-based or digital exams that build on the skills developed at the previous level, creating an effective learning journey.

The exams test all four language skills – reading, writing, listening and speaking – as well as use of grammar and vocabulary.

See our website to learn more about our full range of qualifications at cambridge.org/qualifications

We now offer our qualifications digitally.

Learn more about Cambridge English Qualifications Digital at cambridge.org/qualifications-digital

We selected the Cambridge exams for their strong record of predicting student proficiency levels accurately.

The research and reliability studies gave us a great deal of confidence in using the exams.”

James Goonan, Director, International and Graduate Admissions, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU), USA

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The accurate English test with fast results Linguaskill is a globally recognised, online and on-demand test that measures the English language level of learners in education institutions and organisations.

It’s powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and computer-adaptive technology, and offers fast and accurate testing of English language ability.

The exam is modular, so you can choose which combination of skills is right for your organisation from reading & listening, speaking and writing. Results are fast and in depth, with test takers receiving a test report.

You can choose from Linguaskill General or Linguaskill Business depending on whether you need to test everyday or workplace English.

Learn more at cambridge.org/linguaskill

Linguaskill is our official test for graduation purposes. It measures accurately the level of English and it’s easy to manage as the administration platform is very user-friendly. ” María Teresa Tejeda González, National Head of Languages Centres, Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico

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Cambridge Professional Development Our teaching qualifications, and professional learning and development products and services set us apart from other providers and underpin everything we do.

Our flexible, scalable options help teachers at all stages of their career to build their knowledge, skills and confidence, and prove their ability.

Cambridge teachers and institutions can: Select a professional development solution to meet their needs Online Teacher Development Courses: Our self-study methodology courses introduce key topics and emerging areas of interest. They help build teachers’ confidence and make a real difference in the classroom.

Face-to-face training: Our experienced trainers will come to your organisation to deliver contextualised face-to-face sessions on a wide range of topics.

Take a Cambridge Teaching Qualification Our industry-leading qualifications are recognised around the world as the quality standard: • • •

CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test) DELTA (Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

Learn more at cambridge.org/teaching-qualifications

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Tailored programmes: Our trainers can design fully tailored programmes to identify and address the unique needs of your teachers or managers, to deliver measurable, long-term results.

Learn more at cambridge.org/pld

Choose from our wide range of publications We publish over 300 professional development books for teachers, managers and trainers written by worldrenowned expert authors.

Explore our extensive range of publications at cambridge.org/pld/books

We’ve teamed up with leading experts in the use of technology in language learning, teaching and assessment to bring you the Teachers Talk Tech podcast. Join us to listen to our experts and get practical tips on how you can best use technology to support learning inside and outside the classroom.

Listen now at cambridge.org/TeachersTalkTech

The trainer was amazing and made everything very clear and exciting. I loved the diversity of the people in the group. Listening to their experiences was very valuable.”

Gabriela Belocopitow, United High School, Argentina

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18 | Work with us

Work with us Recognise us. Join over 25,000 organisations around the world that recognise and accept our exams and tests.

When you recognise us, you can show the world you work with Cambridge. You will feature in our Cambridge English recognition database, available to the millions of people who visit our website every year. If you already accept our exams, let us know so we can add your details.

Learn more at cambridge.org/recognition

Ready to speak to our friendly team about your English language programme? Let’s talk Our teams around the world are ready to work with you. Whatever your needs, we can find the right English teaching, learning and assessment solutions for your organisation and will support you at every stage.

Contact your local sales representative today.

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We believe that English can unlock a lifetime of experiences and, together with teachers and our partners, we help people to learn and confidently prove their skills to the world.

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50,000+

25,000+

6m

assessments taken every year.

organisations accept our exams and tests worldwide.

preparation centres in more than 130 countries.

teachers and learners use Cambridge One for digital learning.

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