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This year marks 10 years since the launch of the Global Scale of English (GSE)
and what a journey it has been. As we celebrate this important milestone, it’s
time to reflect on everything that has been achieved over the past decade.


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WHAT IS THE GLOBAL SCALE OF ENGLISH? 

The GSE is both a proficiency scale and a language framework designed to provide
a detailed understanding of learners' English levels. It is the result of
extensive global research and goes beyond other language measurement tools, such
as the CEFR, to offer unparalleled insights into learners' skills.  

The GSE ensures precise learner placement and measurable progress tracking. It
provides tangible insights into learners' English language competencies,
boosting motivation and confidence.   
  
Accurately place learners: Easily pinpoint reading, writing, listening and
speaking skills on the simple 10-90 scale.

Measure and fast-track progress: Learning objectives describing what learners
'can do' at each point on the scale enable the creation of personalized learning
journeys, short-term learning goals and the monitoring of progress towards these
goals.  
  
In just a decade, the GSE has grown to support educators, learners and
businesses across diverse learning stages and languages. Now, with the Global
Scale of Languages (GSL), it also supports learners of French, German, Italian
and Spanish. 


THE EVOLUTION OF THE GSE 

From the initial set of 100 new GSE Learning Objectives, we now have almost
4,000 for all types of learners, from pre-primary to adults learning English for
academic study and work. Our resources include comprehensive grammar and
vocabulary databases, text analysis software and job-specific tools, all aligned
to the GSE.  

We wouldn’t be where we are today without the support of thousands of people
around the world. This includes researchers, psychometricians and the 6,000+
teachers who collaborated with us to rate and validate the new learning
objectives. 


KEY MILESTONES 

The GSE's journey is marked by many key milestones that highlight its growth and
impact on global language education. Here are but a few notable achievements to
showcase how far the GSE has come.

Plans and frameworks: The GSE resources provide guidance and support for the
language learning process. Key educational frameworks, including Pre-Primary
Learning Objectives (PDF | 1.42 MB), Young Learner Learning Objectives (PDF |
1.79 MB), Adult Learning Objectives (PDF | 1.41 MB), Academic Learning
Objectives (PDF | 1.93 MB) and Professional Learning Objectives (PDF | 2.23 MB),
have been developed to help support English teaching in all contexts and for all
ages. Educators can use these frameworks to deliver effective lessons, plan
curriculums, shape learning and develop lessons further.

Recognition and awards: Recognition for the GSE by other education bodies such
as the Council of Europe (CEFR), EAQUALS, NEAS and ACCET has strengthened its
reputation within the worldwide education community. Furthermore, the GSE's
nomination for the British Council ELTons Award for Innovation in Teacher
Resources in 2020 further demonstrates its value and growing recognition.

Tools and applications: Teachers and students can benefit from the GSE Toolkit
and GSE Text Analyzer. These tools provide helpful resources for educators and
learners to make the most of the GSE. The GSE Job Profiles tool is an innovative
resource that connects language learning with specific job requirements.

Global Scale of Languages expansion: It doesn’t just stop with English either.
The GSE's expansion now includes the Global Scale of Languages (GSL) for French,
German, Spanish and Italian, demonstrating our commitment to supporting language
learners and educators across multiple languages.


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CONCLUSION 

The 10-year anniversary of the Global Scale of English represents a significant
milestone in language education. The GSE, a key part of Pearson's learning
programs, aims to provide precise, accurate, and personalized learning for
students worldwide. We look forward to another decade of supporting learners,
educators and businesses. 

Find out about the GSE today and how it can enhance your educational journey.

Explore the GSE and learn more




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