The European Language Portfolio provides a way to record and
reflect on skills in any language, however they have been acquired,
without the need for formal assessment.
CILT has developed two European Language Portfolios which are
available to buy or download:
What is a European Language
Portfolio?
It is a 3-part document in which language learners can record their
language learning and cultural experiences. There is an adult
version, with standard presentation of the passport across Europe,
and a junior version for younger learners. The portfolio belongs to
the learner and can be added to and up-dated as needed.
The European Languages Portfolio developed from the Common
European Framework of Reference for Language Learning (CEF), in
order to support lifelong language learning and to promote
understanding and tolerance across languages and cultures. It was
launched in 2001 by the Modern Languages Division of the Council of
Europe.
Language Passport
The Passport section provides a summary of learners’ proficiency in
different languages and is linked to the common reference levels in
the CEF. Learners record their formal qualifications and language
and intercultural skills, experiences and achievements. There is
also a grid for self assessment.
Language Biography
The Language Biography helps learners to plan, reflect on and
assess their progress.
Dossier
The Dossier is for storing evidence of the language skills,
acquired both formally and informally, which have been recorded in
the biography or passport.
Where can I find out more and how can I get a Languages
Portfolio?
Further information about the ELP,
including links to models for different age groups from across
Europe, can be found on the Council of Europe website
For information on the European Language Portfolio for
Adult and Vocational Language Learners please
visit the resources page within our
further and adult education section.
To find out about the Junior European Languages
Portfolio and to download copies with an accompanying teacher's
guide, visit resources on the
primary languages website.