Speak Your Mind CEFR Mapping

Speak Your Mind How to use Speak Your Mind CEFR maps
Speak Your Mind is a six-level course spanning the Common The map is organized unit by unit, which allows you to browse the
European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) from course learning outcomes chronologically. These are mapped to the
levels pre-A1 to B2+. Speak Your Mind covers listening, reading, relevant CEFR descriptors, levels, and scales.
speaking, and writing with vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation,
It is important to note that only relevant CEFR scales and descriptors
and study skills.
have been included. On some occasions, no suitable CEFR
descriptor was identified for a particular learning outcome. All
The CEFR descriptors included are at or within one band of the target level of
the book.
The CEFR is an international standard that aims to provide a
transparent, coherent, and comprehensive means of describing
language ability. It describes what language learners can do in
different skills across six broad levels, from A1 to C2, with some
of these levels being further broken down into sub-levels (e.g. A2
can be subdivided into A2 and A2+). It consists of a set of scales
containing descriptors indicating what a learner can do in that
context.
Originally published in 2001, the CEFR was extended in 2017 and
again in 2018. It now includes an expanded list of descriptors to
describe language ability at different levels. The CEFR mapping
for Speak Your Mind was carried out using the 2018 extended set
of descriptors, a copy of which is freely available on the Council of
Europe website: https://www.coe.int/en/web/common-european-
framework-reference-languages/the-cefr-descriptors

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SECTION PAGE CAN-DO STATEMENT LEVEL SCALE APPLICABLE DESCRIPTOR(S)
UNIT 1
I can skim a short article about a Can scan through straightforward, factual texts in
famous person in order to find out Reading for magazines, brochures, or the web; identify what
Lesson 1 8 B1+
the essential information about orientation they are about; and decide whether they contain
their life. information that might be of practical use.
Can understand and extract the essential
I can follow a short personal Listening to the
information from short recorded passages
Lesson 2 10 anecdote and identify how the A2 radio and audio
dealing with predictable everyday matters that
speaker felt at the time. recordings
are delivered slowly and clearly.
Sustained
I can tell the story of a memorable monologue: Can tell a story or describe something in a
Lesson 2 11 A2+
event in my life. describing simple list of points.
experience
When I don’t know a word or Can use a simple word meaning something
Lesson 2 11 expression, I can use a word or B1 Compensating similar to the concept he/she wants to convey
expression with similar meaning. and invites “correction.”
I can listen to the beginning of Identifying cues and
Can listen to a short narrative and predict what
Lesson 3 12 a simple personal anecdote and B1 inferring (spoken
will happen next.
predict how it will continue. and written)
Sustained
I can retell a simple anecdote that I monologue: Can tell a story or describe something in a
Lesson 3 13 A2+
have heard or read. describing simple list of points.
experience
I can use time references and Can form longer sentences and link them
Coherence and
Lesson 3 13 sequencing words to link sentences B1 together using a limited number of cohesive
cohesion
in a coherent story. devices, e.g., in a story.
Can identify specific information in simpler
I can understand the essential Reading for
Language written material he/she encounters, such as
14 information in short magazine articles A2+ information and
and Life letters, brochures, and short newspaper articles
about remarkable people. argument
describing events.

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SECTION PAGE CAN-DO STATEMENT LEVEL SCALE APPLICABLE DESCRIPTOR(S)
Language I can give a very short, formulaic Addressing Can give a short, rehearsed, basic presentation
15 A2
and Life prepared speech at a public function. audiences on a familiar subject.
UNIT 2
I can predict the content of short Identifying cues and
Can make basic inferences or predictions about
Lesson 1 18 magazine texts from the titles and B1 inferring (spoken
text content from headings, titles, or headlines.
accompanying pictures. and written)
I can use simple techniques in
Can use simple techniques to start, maintain, or
Lesson 1 19 order to hold the floor in an A2+ Turn-taking
end a short conversation.
informal conversation.
Understanding
I can recognize when speakers agree Can recognize when speakers agree and
conversation
Lesson 2 20 and disagree with each other in an A2 disagree in a conversation conducted slowly
between other
informal discussion. and clearly.
speakers
Sustained
I can express my opinion in a simple monologue: putting Can present his/her opinion in simple terms,
Lesson 2 21 A2+
way in a discussion on familiar matters. a case (e.g., in a provided listeners are patient.
debate)
Can understand and follow a series of
I can follow the instructions for Listening to
instructions for familiar, everyday activities such
Lesson 3 22 preparing a dish if given some written A2+ announcements
as sports, cooking, etc., provided they are
support, such as a list of ingredients. and instructions
delivered slowly and clearly.
Can use the most frequently occurring
I can use basic connectors to link
Coherence and connectors to link simple sentences in order to
Lesson 3 23 sentences in a short, straightforward A2+
cohesion tell a story or describe something as a simple list
written description.
of points.
Can identify specific information in simpler
I can understand the essential points Reading for
Language written material he/she encounters, such as
24 in a straightforward magazine article A2+ information and
and Life letters, brochures, and short newspaper articles
about customs in different countries. argument
describing events.

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SECTION PAGE CAN-DO STATEMENT LEVEL SCALE APPLICABLE DESCRIPTOR(S)
UNIT 3
Reading for Can understand the main points of short texts
I can identify the main ideas in short
Lesson 1 28 A2+ information and dealing with everyday topics (e.g., lifestyle,
magazine texts on familiar topics.
argument hobbies, sports, weather).
I can give a short presentation on
Addressing Can give a short, rehearsed, basic presentation
Lesson 1 29 a familiar topic, using my notes to A2
audiences on a familiar subject.
enable me to keep talking.
Can understand in a radio interview what
I can understand important details in Listening to the
people say they do in their free time, what they
Lesson 2 30 a radio interview in which someone A2+ radio and audio
particularly like doing, and what they do not like
talks about their work. recordings
doing, provided that they speak slowly and clearly.
I can exchange information about Information Can ask and answer questions about pastimes
Lesson 2 31 A2+
past activities. exchange and past activities.
I can understand the essential Can understand and extract the essential
Listening to the
information in short recorded information from short recorded passages
Lesson 3 32 A2 radio and audio
passages in which people talk about dealing with predictable everyday matters that
recordings
what they like doing in their free time. are delivered slowly and clearly.
I can ask and answer questions about Information Can ask and answer questions about what they
Lesson 3 33 A2
favorite free-time activities. exchange do at work and in their free time.
I can understand the main points of Reading for Can understand the main points of short texts
Language
34 a straightforward magazine article A2+ information and dealing with everyday topics (e.g., lifestyle,
and Life
about trends in entertainment. argument hobbies, sports, weather).
UNIT 4
I can understand the main points Reading for Can understand the main points of short texts
Lesson 1 38 in short texts describing different A2+ information and dealing with everyday topics (e.g., lifestyle,
personality types. argument hobbies, sports, weather).
I can talk about my own and other
Informal discussion Can exchange opinions and compare things and
Lesson 1 39 people’s personality types in A2+
(with friends) people using simple language.
simple terms.

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SECTION PAGE CAN-DO STATEMENT LEVEL SCALE APPLICABLE DESCRIPTOR(S)
I can follow in outline a simple Listening as a Can follow in outline straightforward short talks
Lesson 2 40 conference presentation about a B1 member of a live on familiar topics, provided these are delivered
work-related topic. audience in clearly articulated standard speech.
Sustained
I can describe the kind of person I
monologue: Can give detailed accounts of experiences,
Lesson 2 41 was in the past and compare it with B1
describing describing feelings and reactions.
my personality as it is now.
experience
I can understand the essential Can understand and extract the essential
Listening to the
information in short recordings in information from short recorded passages
Lesson 3 42 A2 radio and audio
which people describe their own dealing with predictable everyday matters that
recordings
appearance and personality. are delivered slowly and clearly.
Sustained
I can describe my own appearance
monologue: Can describe people, places, and possessions in
Lesson 3 43 and personality in terms of similarities A2
describing simple terms.
and differences with family members.
experience
I can take part in a discussion to plan
Can compare and contrast alternatives,
Language an event, contributing suggestions Informal discussion
45 B1 discussing what to do, where to go, who or
and Life and commenting on other (with friends)
which to choose, etc.
speakers’ contributions.
UNIT 5
Can scan through straightforward, factual texts in
I can scan a written dialogue to Reading for magazines, brochures, or the web; identify what
Lesson 1 48 B1+
identify the important points. orientation they are about; and decide whether they contain
information that might be of practical use.
Obtaining goods Can deal with common aspects of everyday living,
Lesson 1 49 I can check in to a hotel. A2+
and services such as travel, lodgings, eating, and shopping.
I can understand the gist of what Understanding
Can generally identify the topic of discussion
people are saying when I hear conversation
Lesson 2 50 A2+ around him/her that is conducted slowly
them discussing arrangements and between other
and clearly.
preparations for an event. speakers.

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SECTION PAGE CAN-DO STATEMENT LEVEL SCALE APPLICABLE DESCRIPTOR(S)
I can take part in a discussion to plan Can compare and contrast alternatives,
Informal discussion
Lesson 2 51 an event, offering to help and asking B1 discussing what to do, where to go, who or
(with friends)
others to contribute. which to choose, etc.
Understanding
I can follow the main points of a Can generally follow the main points of
conversation
Lesson 3 52 conversation in which people discuss B1 extended discussion around him/her, provided
between other
their preparations for a future event. speech is clearly articulated in standard speech.
speakers.
Sustained
I can describe a social event that I monologue: Can give short, basic descriptions of events
Lesson 3 53 A2+
have attended. describing and activities.
experience
I can understand the essential Can find specific information in practical,
Language points in a straightforward guide Reading for concrete, predictable texts (e.g., travel
54 A2+
and Life to how to behave in an unfamiliar orientation guidebooks, recipes), provided they are written
cultural setting. in simple language.
UNIT 6
I can understand a short, factual Can read straightforward factual texts on
Overall reading
Lesson 1 58 magazine article on a popular B1 subjects related to his/her field and interests with
comprehension
psychology topic. a satisfactory level of comprehension.
Can understand the main points and important
Listening to the
I can follow a list of tips given in a details in stories and other narratives (e.g., a
Lesson 2 60 B1 radio and audio
lifestyle podcast. description of a vacation), provided the speaker
recordings
speaks slowly and clearly.
I can respond positively to a Can express and respond to feelings such
Lesson 2 61 conversation partner by expressing B1 Conversation as surprise, happiness, sadness, interest,
surprise or appreciation. and indifference.
I can understand the main points Can understand the main points and important
Listening to the
when I hear someone describe details in stories and other narratives (e.g., a
Lesson 3 62 B1 radio and audio
changes that have taken place in a description of a vacation), provided the speaker
recordings
city over time. speaks slowly and clearly.

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SECTION PAGE CAN-DO STATEMENT LEVEL SCALE APPLICABLE DESCRIPTOR(S)
I can write a straightforward account
Lesson 3 63 of how my city has changed B1 Creative writing Can narrate a story.
over time.
I can take part in a discussion about
Informal discussion Can give or seek personal views and opinions in
Lesson 3 63 whether changes that have taken B1
(with friends) discussing topics of interest.
place are positive or negative.
I can understand a straightforward
Can read straightforward factual texts on
Language magazine article in which the writer Overall reading
64 B1 subjects related to his/her field and interests with
and Life describes an aspect of his or her comprehension
a satisfactory level of comprehension.
personal experience.
UNIT 7
I can summarize in speech the
Processing text in Can summarize the main point(s) in simple, short
Lesson 1 68 main ideas in a short written A2
speech informational texts on familiar topics.
informational text.
I can ask and answer questions about Can participate in short conversations in routine
Lesson 1 69 A2+ Conversation
recent experiences. contexts on topics of interest.
Can understand most radio documentaries and
Listening to the
I can listen to a radio interview and most other recorded or broadcast audio material
Lesson 2 70 B2 radio and audio
identify the attitudes of the speakers. delivered in the standard form of the language
recordings
and can identify the speaker's mood, tone, etc.
Sustained
I can narrate the career of a monologue: Can tell a story or describe something in a
Lesson 2 71 A2+
successful person. describing simple list of points.
experience
Can understand the information content of the
I can understand the essential points Listening to the
majority of recorded or broadcast audio material
Lesson 3 72 in a radio interview in which an expert B1+ radio and audio
on topics of personal interest delivered in clear
gives career tips. recordings
standard speech.

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SECTION PAGE CAN-DO STATEMENT LEVEL SCALE APPLICABLE DESCRIPTOR(S)
Sustained
I can explain the significance of an Can explain the main points in an idea or
Lesson 3 73 B1+ monologue: giving
image that I have drawn. problem with reasonable precision.
information
Can read straightforward factual texts on
Language I can understand a magazine article Overall reading
74 B1 subjects related to his/her field and interests with
and Life that gives tips on starting a business. comprehension
a satisfactory level of comprehension.
Can give a short, rehearsed presentation on a
Language I can give a short, rehearsed Addressing topic pertinent to his/her everyday life, briefly
75 A2+
and Life presentation about a business idea. audiences giving reasons and explanations for opinions,
plans, and actions.
UNIT 8
I can understand the main points Reading for
Can recognize significant points in straightforward
Lesson 1 78 of a magazine article about current B1 information and
newspaper articles on familiar subjects.
social trends. argument
I can ask and answer questions about Information Can ask and answer questions about pastimes
Lesson 1 79 A2+
things that I like doing. exchange and past activities.
I can understand specific details in an
Overall listening Can ask and answer questions about pastimes
Lesson 2 80 informal discussion between friends B1+
comprehension and past activities.
about what to do on the weekend.
I can take part in a discussion with
friends about what to do on the Can compare and contrast alternatives,
Informal discussion
Lesson 2 81 weekend, making suggestions and B1 discussing what to do, where to go, who or
(with friends)
responding appropriately to other which to choose, etc.
speakers’ suggestions.
I can follow a discussion about Understanding
Can generally follow the main points of
a lifestyle topic and understand conversation
Lesson 3 82 B1 extended discussion around him/her, provided
the reasons speakers give for between other
speech is clearly articulated in standard speech.
their viewpoints. speakers

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SECTION PAGE CAN-DO STATEMENT LEVEL SCALE APPLICABLE DESCRIPTOR(S)
Sustained
I can give simple explanations
monologue: putting Can briefly give reasons and explanations for
Lesson 3 83 to clarify what I mean by B1
a case (e.g., in a opinions, plans, and actions.
certain concepts.
debate)
Can read straightforward factual texts on
Language I can understand a magazine article Overall reading
84 B1 subjects related to his/her field and interests with
and Life on a popular psychology topic. comprehension
a satisfactory level of comprehension.
UNIT 9
Can read straightforward factual texts on
I can understand a magazine article Overall reading
Lesson 1 88 B1 subjects related to his/her field and interests with
about a topical issue. comprehension
a satisfactory level of comprehension.
I can take part in an informal
discussion on a topical issue, Informal discussion Can give or seek personal views and opinions in
Lesson 1 89 B1
expressing my opinion and inviting (with friends) discussing topics of interest.
others to contribute theirs.
Can understand most radio documentaries and
I can listen to an informal Listening to the
most other recorded or broadcast audio material
Lesson 2 90 conversation between friends and B2 radio and audio
delivered in the standard form of the language
identify the attitudes of the speakers. recordings
and can identify the speaker's mood, tone, etc.
I can ask and answer questions about
Information Can ask and answer questions about plans
Lesson 2 91 what people think they might do in A2+
exchange and intentions.
the future.
Can follow a straightforward conference
I can follow an explanation of a Listening as a presentation or demonstration with visual
Lesson 3 92 technical process accompanied by B1 member of a live support (e.g., slides, handouts) on a topic or
visual support. audience product within his/her field, understanding
explanations given.

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SECTION PAGE CAN-DO STATEMENT LEVEL SCALE APPLICABLE DESCRIPTOR(S)
Sustained
I can speculate about future
monologue: putting Can briefly give reasons and explanations for
Lesson 3 93 developments, giving reasons for B1
a case (e.g., in a opinions, plans, and actions.
my suggestions.
debate)
I can follow an explanation of a Can read straightforward factual texts on
Language Overall reading
94 technical process written for the B1 subjects related to his/her field and interests with
and Life comprehension
general reader. a satisfactory level of comprehension.
UNIT 10
I can understand the essential points Reading for
Can recognize significant points in straightforward
Lesson 1 98 of a magazine article containing B1 information and
newspaper articles on familiar subjects.
healthy living tips. argument
I can take part in an informal
discussion of a familiar topic, making Informal discussion
Lesson 1 99 A2+ Can agree and disagree with others.
clear when I agree or disagree with (with friends)
other speakers’ opinions.
Understanding
I can understand the essential points Can generally follow the main points of
conversation
Lesson 2 101 of a radio interview in which an B1 extended discussion around him/her, provided
between other
expert gives tips on first aid. speech is clearly articulated in standard speech.
speakers
I can describe my symptoms to
Interviewing and Can describe to a doctor very basic symptoms
Lesson 2 101 a sympathetic person if I am ill A2+
being interviewed and ailments such as cold and flu.
or injured.
Understanding
I can understand the gist of a Can generally follow the main points of
conversation
Lesson 3 102 conversation in which someone talks B1 extended discussion around him/her, provided
between other
about their fitness plan. speech is clearly articulated in standard speech.
speakers
Can take an active part in informal discussion
I can take part in a discussion with
Informal discussion in familiar contexts, commenting, putting point
Lesson 3 103 friends about what we would do in B2
(with friends) of view clearly, evaluating alternative proposals,
hypothetical situations.
and making and responding to hypotheses.

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SECTION PAGE CAN-DO STATEMENT LEVEL SCALE APPLICABLE DESCRIPTOR(S)
I can understand a magazine article Can read straightforward factual texts on
Language Overall reading
104 about a public health issue written for B1 subjects related to his/her field and interests with
and Life comprehension
the general reader. a satisfactory level of comprehension.
Can give a short, rehearsed presentation on a
I can give a brief, prepared
Language Addressing topic pertinent to his/her everyday life, briefly
105 presentation of proposals to improve A2+
and Life audiences giving reasons and explanations for opinions,
public health.
plans, and actions.
UNIT 11
I can follow a straightforward Reading for Can recognize significant points in
Lesson 1 108 description of a process written for B1 information and straightforward newspaper articles on
the general reader. argument familiar subjects.
Can use an idea of the overall meaning of short
I can guess the meaning of unfamiliar
Identifying cues and texts and utterances on everyday topics of a
Lesson 1 108 words from the context in a A2+
inferring concrete type to derive the probable meaning of
straightforward factual article.
unknown words from the context.
Sustained
Can reasonably fluently relate a straightforward
I can describe a technical process in monologue:
Lesson 1 109 B1 narrative or description as a linear sequence
simple terms. describing
of points.
experience
Understanding
I can understand a radio interview Can generally follow the main points of
conversation
Lesson 2 110 in which an expert talks about an B1 extended discussion around him/her, provided
between other
important invention. speech is clearly articulated in standard speech.
speakers
Sustained
I can talk about how I acquired
monologue: Can give detailed accounts of experiences,
Lesson 2 111 treasured possessions and how I felt B1
describing describing feelings and reactions.
at the time.
experience
I can follow the gist of a short Listening as a Can follow in outline straightforward short talks
Lesson 3 112 lecture on a topic related to B1 member of a live on familiar topics, provided these are delivered
environmental concerns. audience in clearly articulated standard speech.

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SECTION PAGE CAN-DO STATEMENT LEVEL SCALE APPLICABLE DESCRIPTOR(S)
I can ask and answer questions about Information Can ask and answer questions about habits
Lesson 3 113 A2+
shopping habits. exchange and routines.
I can understand the important
Reading for Can recognize significant points in
Language information in a magazine
114 B1 information and straightforward newspaper articles on
and Life article on a topic related to
argument familiar subjects.
environmental concerns.
UNIT 12
I can understand the gist of a Can read straightforward factual texts on
Overall reading
Lesson 1 118 magazine article about society B1 subjects related to his/her field and interests with
comprehension
written for the general reader. a satisfactory level of comprehension.
I can talk about the social groups that
Information Can ask and answer questions about habits
Lesson 1 119 I belong to or have belonged to in A2+
exchange and routines.
the past.
Understanding
I can understand a radio interview Can generally follow the main points of
conversation
Lesson 2 120 in which an expert explains a work- B1 extended discussion around him/her, provided
between other
related concept. speech is clearly articulated in standard speech.
speakers
I can ask and answer questions about Information Can ask and answer questions about plans
Lesson 2 121 A2+
future career plans. exchange and intentions.
Listening as a Can follow in outline straightforward short talks
I can understand the gist of a podcast
Lesson 3 122 B1 member of a live on familiar topics, provided these are delivered
about social trends.
audience in clearly articulated standard speech.
Sustained
In a discussion, I can support
Language monologue: putting Can briefly give reasons and explanations for
123 my opinion with reasons and B1
and Life a case (e.g., in a opinions, plans, and actions.
supplementary points.
debate)
I can understand a business-related Can read straightforward factual texts on
Language Overall reading
124 magazine article written for the B1 subjects related to his/her field and interests with
and Life comprehension
general reader. a satisfactory level of comprehension.

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