Grade

Description

Corresponding Course Level

1

  Very Poor

  No ability to use the language

2

  Poor

  Usage of isolated words and basic   information conveyed. No real   communication possible.

  Elementary One       A(1)

3

  Very Limited Command

  Communication of general meaning in   familiar situations only. Marked by   frequent interruptions.

4

  Limited Command

  Frequent problem in understanding   and expressing him/herself using the   language.

  Elementary Two      A(2)

5

  Partial Command

  Coping with overall meaning in most   situations but likely to make mistakes.   Ability to handle communication in own   field.

  Intermediate One     B(1)

6

  Effective Command

  Inaccuracies and inappropriate usage.   Ability to understand complex   language especially in familiar   situations.

  Intermediate Two    B(2) C(1)

7

  Operational Command

  Marked by occasional inaccuracies.   Good usage of language in familiar   situations.

  Advanced Levels     C(2/3)

8

  Fully Operational   Command

  Handles detailed argumentation well.   Occasional usage of inappropriacies.

9

  Expert Command

  Accurate and fluent with complete   understanding