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How to identify which Coffee Break level is for you
How to identify which Coffee Break level is for you
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Written by Kristina
Updated over a year ago

Our Coffee Break courses currently range from Level 1 to Level 4. Level 1 starts at beginner level, with each level increasing in difficulty up until Level 4, which is aimed at advanced learners.

To get a better understanding of exactly what's involved and which level would best suit your language level, take a look at the summary below. Please note that CEFR refers to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, an international standard for describing language ability based on a six-point scale, ranging from A1 for beginners, up to C2 for advanced learners.

Level 1

  • For complete beginners (CEFR: A1-A2 level)

  • Presented by a teacher, so you can learn alongside the learner

  • Lessons taking you from the absolute beginning of the language, helping you develop a sound knowledge of how to use your language skills in a variety of situations commonly experienced while travelling or staying in an area which speaks the target language

  • Real focus on pronunciation and the difficulties of pronunciation experienced by native English speakers

  • Features over 24 hours of audio content and hundreds of pages of notes

Level 2

  • For lower intermediate learners (CEFR: A2-B1 level)

  • Teacher + learner presenters like Level 1

  • “False beginners” - takes a basic knowledge of the language and helps you develop an understanding of how to use the language rather than learned phrases

  • A focus on the patterns of the language, introducing grammatical concepts

  • You’ll learn to use the language and create your own phrases talking about a variety of subjects in the present, past and future

Level 3

  • For upper intermediate learners (CEFR: B1-B2 level)

  • Presented by a teacher and native speaker

  • A series of topics are covered: including travel, cultural points, language-learning, and current affairs

  • This level also features a story which will help you develop your language skills further

  • All materials are written and recorded by native speakers

  • You'll have the chance to develop a deep understanding of the intricacies of the language

Level 4

  • For high intermediate to advanced learners (CEFR: B2-C1 level)

  • In-depth study of Spanish as it's used by native speakers.

  • Follows a story so you will get to know the characters - and more - through their interactions

  • Texts are specially written by experienced teachers and native speakers to include complex grammar and idiomatic expressions
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    Find out more information about the levels available for the language you're learning on the Coffee Break Academy.

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