European Language Portfolio

The European Language Portfolio for university students in Albania (ELPA) has been developed for use by university students who are learning languages for professional or social purposes. It follows the format designed by the Council of Europe for all European Language Portfolios, and is tailored to be particularly relevant to university students or work-related language learning in Albania. Its aims are to support language learning; promote plurilingualism and dialogue between cultures; strengthen cultural diversity; foster autonomous learning; and facilitate mobility in Europe.

Country: Albania
Publication year: 2009
Target group(s): Language learners Students
Language(s): Albanian English French
Level(s): Post-secondary Tertiary (first stage)
Author(s): Tatjana Vuçani, Shpresa Delija, Andromaqi Haloçi, Ogerta Koruti

The European Language Portfolio for Cyprus is designed for learners in lower secondary education, and has been introduced in all lower secondary public schools as well as in some private schools. The Portfolio is available to order from: Ministry of Education and Culture C/O Ms Efrosyni Tofaridou, Inspector of French Kimonos and Thoukidides Streets 1434 Nicosia CYPRUS

Country: Cyprus
Publication year: 2006
Target group(s): General public Language learners pupils Young people (in general)
Language(s): English French Greek
Level(s): Lower secondary
Author(s): Ministry of Education and Culture Cyprus
Model for teenagers 12-15 years old

The Estonian version of the European Language Portfolio is designed for students aged 12 to 16, and was developed by a committee formed under the auspices of the Estonian Ministry of Education and Research. For more information (in Estonian) see the website created for the ELP by the Estonian Ministry of Education and Research.

Country: Estonia
Publication year: 2007
Target group(s): General public Language learners pupils Young people (in general)
Language(s): English Estonian Russian
Level(s): Lower secondary
Author(s): Pilvi Alp, Vega Jürgens, Piret Kanne, Mare Kasuri, Suliko Liiv, Anne Lind, Kristi Mere, Ülle Türk, Kersti Söstar, Tönu Tender
Model for learners aged 12 to 16

This model of the European Language Portfolio for use in lower secondary education in Greek schools is designed to facilitate and encourage language learning among pupils, and provide an interactive tool for teachers of foreign languages. An electronic version of the portfolio together with further information is accessible online on the website of the Greek Pedagogical Institute.

Country: Greece
Publication year: 2003
Target group(s): General public Language learners pupils Young people (in general)
Language(s): English French German Greek
Level(s): Lower secondary
Author(s): Evangelia Kaga
Model for learners aged 12 to 15

This ve­rsion of t­he­ EUROPEAN LANGUAGE PORTFOLIO has be­e­n spe­cially d­e­signe­d­ for use­ in Ice­land­ic lowe­r se­cond­ary schools. Accord­ingly, it­ t­ake­s account­ of t­he­ le­arning goals pre­scribe­d­ in t­he­ Nat­ional Curriculum for lowe­r se­cond­ary schools issue­d­ in 1999 for Danish and­ English. In part­icular, t­he­ LANGUAGE BIOGRAPHY cont­ains d­e­t­aile­d­ che­cklist­s of t­he­se­ goals in e­ach language­, classifie­d­ accord­ing t­o common re­fe­re­nce­ le­ve­ls e­st­ablishe­d­ by t­he­ Council of Europe­. Further information is available on the website of the Icelandic National Centre for Educational Materials (in Icelandic only).

Country: Iceland
Publication year: 2006
Target group(s): General public Language learners pupils Young people (in general)
Language(s): Danish English Icelandic
Level(s): Lower secondary
Author(s): Ald­ís Yngvad­ót­t­ir, Erna Árnad­ót­t­ir
Model for lower secondary level

This­ ve­rs­ion of t­he­ EUROPEAN LANGUAGE PORTFOLIO has­ be­e­n s­pe­cially designe­d for us­e­ in Ice­landic uppe­r s­e­condary s­chools­. Accordingly, it­ t­ake­s­ account­ of t­he­ le­arning goals­ pre­s­cribe­d in t­he­ Nat­ional Curriculum­ for uppe­r s­e­condary s­chools­ is­s­ue­d in 1999 for Danis­h, Englis­h, Fre­nch, Ge­rm­an and Spanis­h. In part­icular, t­he­ LANGUAGE BIOGRAPHY cont­ains­ de­t­aile­d checklists­ of t­he­s­e­ goals­ in e­ach language­, clas­s­ifie­d according t­o com­m­on refe­re­nce­ le­ve­ls­ e­s­t­ablis­he­d by t­he­ Council of Europe­. Further information is available on the website of the Icelandic National Centre for Educational Materials (in Icelandic only).

Country: Iceland
Publication year: 2006
Target group(s): Language learners pupils Young people (in general)
Language(s): English Icelandic
Level(s): Upper secondary
Author(s): Ald­ís Yngvad­ót­t­ir, Erna Árnad­ót­t­ir
Model for upper secondary level

This version of the European Language Portfolio was developed by Integrate Ireland Language and Training for use in Irish primary schools with non-English speaking pupils who are learning the language of the host community. The self-assessment grid of the Common European Framework of Reference summarises six levels of second/foreign language proficiency, from beginner to very advanced. Language support provided to non-English speaking pupils in primary education in Ireland is concerned with the first three levels (A1, A2 and B1). This ELP was designed to reflect the English language demands of the Irish Primary Curriculum (2000). The graded curriculum for language support is set out in the English Language Proficiency Benchmarks for Non-English Speaking Pupils at Primary Level (2003) (see below).

Country: Ireland
Publication year: 2001
Target group(s): Children Language learners Members of migrant communities / Speakers of minority or regional language(s) pupils
Language(s): English
Level(s): Primary
Author(s): Integrate Ireland Language and Training
Model for use in primary education with a specific target group: immigrants learning the language of the host country.

This version of the European Language Portfolio was developed by Integrate Ireland Language and Training for use in Irish post-primary schools with non-English speaking students who are learning the language of the host community. The self-assessment grid of the Common European Framework of Reference summarises six levels of second/foreign language proficiency, from beginner to very advanced. Language support provided to non-English speaking students in post-primary education in Ireland is concerned with the first three levels (A1, A2 and B1). This ELP was designed to reflect the English language demands of the Irish Post-Primary Curriculum (2000). The graded curriculum for language support is set out in the English Language Proficiency Benchmarks for Non-English Speaking Pupils at Post-Primary Level (2003) (see below).

Country: Ireland
Publication year: 2001
Target group(s): Language learners Members of migrant communities / Speakers of minority or regional language(s) pupils Young people (in general)
Language(s): English
Level(s): Lower secondary Upper secondary
Author(s): Integrate Ireland Language and Training
Model for use in post-primary education with a specific target group: immigrants learning the language of the host country.

My European Language Portfolio (My ELP) is the junior model of the ELP (Ref: 66.2005) developed by the Modern Languages in Primary Schools Initiative. Besides fulfilling all criteria required for Council of Europe accreditation, My ELP presents a number of characteristics which make it a user-friendly tool for both teachers and pupils at senior primary school level. The key characteristics of My ELP are:
• Colour-coded and child-friendly version designed for pupils aged 9-13
• Entirely bilingual English/Irish (Gaeilge)
• Includes elements of four target languages – French, Spanish, German and Italian
• Added-value My Language Biography with: - Topic-based framework for can-do descriptors checklists at level A1 - Can-do checklists at level A2 also included - ‘How I learn languages’ subsection enhances reflection in Language Awareness - intercultural awareness page supplement each topic - Language and Culture subsection linking language learning to all other subject areas in the primary school curriculum
• Child-friendly version of the Council of Europe Self-Assessment grid for levels A1 to B2
• Whiteboard Page-Suite version accessible on www.mlpsi.ie
• Numerous supporting resources for teachers and for classroom use also available to download from www.mlpsi.ie : can-do speech bubbles, exploring My ELP worksheets, language awareness and intercultural awareness reflection worksheets, can-do speech bubbles stickers...

Country: Ireland
Publication year: 2005
Target group(s): Children General public Language learners pupils
Language(s): English Gaelic
Level(s): Primary
Author(s): Modern Languages in Primary Schools Initiative
Model for learners in primary education

This multilingual version of the EUROPEAN LANGUAGE PORTFOLIO was designed and developed transnationally by the partners in the MILESTONE project. The Milestone Project, funded by the EU under Comenius 2, is a network of language teachers of migrant learners in language and vocational classes. The Milestone ELP has been piloted in migrant language classes in Finland, Germany, Ireland, The Netherlands, and Sweden with learners ranging from teenagers to older adults. Some learners were in the early stages of learning the language of the host community, while others had already entered vocational training and were preparing to enter the labour market. This European Language Portfolio is intended to: - Support teaching and learning through the gradual development of learner autonomy - Provide evidence of the holder’s language abilities and intercultural capacities to teachers, officials, and prospective employers - Develop in learners a range of transferable learning, communication and intercultural skills which are essential for effective engagement at all levels with the host society

Country: Germany
Publication year: 2002
Target group(s): Adults (in general) Business and commerce Language learners Members of migrant communities / Speakers of minority or regional language(s) Participants in adult education programmes Young people (in general)
Language(s): English German
Level(s): Adult Post-secondary
Author(s): Milestone Project
Model for learners of the host community language

Milestone

This version of the European Language Portfolio was developed by a group of teachers and advisors working for the Bureau for Education Services of Montenegro for use in lower secondary education.

Country: Montenegro
Publication year: 2010
Target group(s): General public Language learners pupils Young people (in general)
Language(s): English other Languages
Level(s): Lower secondary
Author(s): Nataša Perić, Ljiljana Subotić, Danka Tomić, Bojana Bulatović, Danijela Ljepavić
Model for learners aged 12-15

The European Language Portfolio for Adults has been developed according to the common guidelines of the European Language Portfolio pilot project of the Council of Europe. It is a document which brings the common goals of the Council of Europe in the field of modern languages into practice. It aims to: - promote dialogue among European citizens; - promote cultural diversity; - promote multilingualism; - promote plurilingualism as a lifelong process; - develop skills for lifelong language learning. More information is available on the website of the Slovenian Ministry of Education and Sport (in Slovenian only)

Country: Slovenia
Publication year: 2010
Target group(s): Adults (in general) Language learners Participants in adult education programmes
Language(s): English Slovenian
Level(s): Adult Post-secondary
Author(s): Zdravka Godunc, Branka Petek, Irena Amič, Nataša Elvira Jelenc, Ana Marija Muster, Darja Šorjanc Braico, Tatjana Žlindra
Model for adults

The European Language Portfolio for learners aged 11 to 15 has been developed for use in Slovenian schools according to the common guidelines of the European Language Portfolio pilot project of the Council of Europe. It is a document which brings the common goals of the Council of Europe in the field of modern languages into practice. It aims to: - promote dialogue among European citizens; - promote cultural diversity; - promote multilingualism; - promote plurilingualism as a lifelong process; - develop skills for lifelong language learning. More information is available on the website of the Ministry of Education and Sport (in Slovenian only).

Country: Slovenia
Publication year: 2004
Target group(s): Children General public Language learners pupils Young people (in general)
Language(s): English Slovenian
Level(s): Primary Lower secondary
Author(s): Zdravka Godunc, Janez Skela, Nada Holc
Model for learners aged 11 to 15

The European Language Portfolio for learners aged 15 to 19 has been developed for use in Slovenian secondary schools according to the common guidelines of the European Language Portfolio pilot project of the Council of Europe. It is a document which brings the common goals of the Council of Europe in the field of modern languages into practice. It aims to: - promote dialogue among European citizens; - promote cultural diversity; - promote multilingualism; - promote plurilingualism as a lifelong process; - develop skills for lifelong language learning. More information is available on the website of the Slovenian Ministry of Education and Sport (in Slovenian only).

Country: Slovenia
Publication year: 2006
Target group(s): General public Language learners pupils Young people (in general)
Language(s): English Slovenian
Level(s): Lower secondary Upper secondary
Author(s): Zdravka Godunc, Nada Puklavec, Milka Enčeva, Sabina Mulej
Model for learners aged 15 to 19

The European Language Portfolio for Adults has been developed according to the common guidelines of the European Language Portfolio pilot project of the Council of Europe. It is a document which brings the common goals of the Council of Europe in the field of modern languages into practice. It aims to: - promote dialogue among European citizens; - promote cultural diversity; - promote multilingualism; - promote plurilingualism as a lifelong process; - develop skills for lifelong language learning. More information is available on the website of the Slovenian Ministry of Education and Sport (in Slovenian only).

Country: Slovenia
Publication year: 2010
Target group(s): Children General public Language learners pupils
Language(s): English Slovenian
Level(s): Primary
Author(s): Zdravka Godunc, Janez Skela, Lucija Čok, Neva Šečerov, Anja Zorman
Model for learners aged 6 to 10

This model of the European Language Portfolio for use by adult learners of Dutch as a second language in the Netherlands has now been superseded by the web-based portfolio model 89.2007 - see the dedicated website www.europeestaalportfolio.nl for more information (in English and Dutch only).

Country: Netherlands
Publication year: 2003
Target group(s): Adults (in general) Language learners Members of migrant communities / Speakers of minority or regional language(s) Participants in adult education programmes
Language(s): Dutch English
Level(s): Adult Post-secondary
Author(s): Netherlands Centre for Innovation of Vocational Education
Model for adult second language learners

The complete version of this web-based model of the European Language Portfolio for use in upper secondary vocational education in the Netherlands is accessible online (in English and Dutch only). It has now been superseded by the web-based portfolio model 89.2007 - see the dedicated website www.europeestaalportfolio.nl for more information (in English and Dutch only).

Country: Netherlands
Publication year: 2001
Target group(s): General public Language learners pupils Young people (in general)
Language(s): Dutch English
Level(s): Upper secondary
Author(s): Netherlands Centre for Innovation of Vocational Education
Model for learners in upper secondary vocational education

The Dutch Electronic Language Portfolio has been developed by the National Bureau of Modern Foreign Languages under the authority of the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science of the Netherlands. This website is based on five officially validated language portfolios, specifically: 33.2002 - Model for learners aged 9 to 12 years old (primary education) 34.2002 a - Model for learners aged 12 to 15 years old (lower secondary education) 34.2002 b - Model for learners aged 15+ (upper secondary education) 36.2002 - Model for adult second language learners 18.2001 - Model for learners in upper secondary vocational education Other versions of the Language Portfolio have been added to these at a later stage, such as the model for higher professional education. The Dutch Electronic Language Portfolio has officially been accredited by the European Validation Committee in Strasbourg under registration number 89.2007 electronic ELP (June, 2007).
For more information and to view the portfolio visit the dedicated website www.europeestaalportfolio.nl (in English and Dutch only).

Country: Netherlands
Publication year: 2007
Target group(s): Adults (in general) Business and commerce Children General public Language learners Members of migrant communities / Speakers of minority or regional language(s) Participants in adult education programmes pupils Students Young people (in general)
Language(s): Dutch English
Level(s): Adult Lower secondary Post-secondary Primary Tertiary (first stage) Tertiary (second stage) Upper secondary
Author(s): Netherlands National Bureau of Modern Foreign Languages

This European Language Portfolio for use in Turkish secondary schools is based on the materials developed by the Language Policy Division of the Council of Europe. The descriptors in the checklists in the Language Biography are based on the descriptors in the Common European Framework of References for Languages (CoE, 2000), in the Bank of descriptors for self-assessment in European Language Portfolios available at www.coe.int/portfolio (Lenz & Schnieder, 2004), and in European Language Portfolio model No.8.2001 developed by CILT, United Kingdom.

Country: Türkiye
Publication year: 2003
Target group(s): General public Language learners pupils Young people (in general)
Language(s): English Turkish
Level(s): Upper secondary
Author(s): Ministry of National Education Turkey
Model for students aged 15-18 who study at a secondary school which is affiliated to the Turkish Ministry of National Education

This model for adult learners was developed by TÖMER (the Turkish and Foreign Language Research and Application Centre), based at the University of Ankara. The European Language Portfolio is a tool for recording and reporting language experiences across a lifetime of learning at school, during vocational training, at the workplace, and through informal contacts and intercultural experiences. It will provide a European transparent record of the user's language learning qualifications and experiences in order to serve his or her career.

Country: Türkiye
Publication year: 2004
Target group(s): Adults (in general) Language learners
Language(s): English French German Turkish
Level(s): Adult
Author(s): Turkish and Foreign Language Research and Application Centre
Model for adult learners

This model of the European Language Portfolio was developed by the Bilfen Schools, a private educational provider with a well established tradition of excellence in education located in Istanbul. It aims to support students in primary and lower secondary education who are engaged in intensive study in foreign languages.

Country: Türkiye
Publication year: 2006
Target group(s): Children Language learners pupils Young people (in general)
Language(s): English German Turkish
Level(s): Lower secondary Primary
Author(s): Bilfen Schools
Model for students aged 10 to 14 who study at private schools providing intensive foreign language courses

This European Language Portfolio for use in Turkish primary and lower secondary schools is based on the materials developed by the Language Policy Division of the Council of Europe. The descriptors in the checklists in the Language Biography are based on the descriptors in the Common European Framework of References for Languages (CoE, 2000), in the Bank of descriptors for self-assessment in European Language Portfolios available at www.coe.int/portfolio (Lenz & Schnieder, 2004), and in European Language Portfolio model No.8.2001 developed by CILT, United Kingdom.

Country: Türkiye
Publication year: 2006
Target group(s): Children General public Language learners pupils Young people (in general)
Language(s): English Turkish
Level(s): Lower secondary Primary
Author(s): Ministry of National Education Turkey
Model for learners aged 10 to 14

The European Language Portfolio for Adults is the first one developed in Latvia. It has been developed by a working group at the Public Service Language Centre and financially supported by the State Language Agency. This version of the ELP has been especially designed for adults to be used for the acquisition of different foreign languages, as well as for the study of Latvian as a foreign language or as a second language. It can be also used in the acquisition of other languages, for example, the ethnic minority languages in Latvia.
For more information on the European Language Portfolio in Latvia see the website of the Latvian Language Agency (in Latvian only).

Country: Latvia
Publication year: 2006
Target group(s): Adults (in general) General public Language learners Members of migrant communities / Speakers of minority or regional language(s) Participants in adult education programmes Students
Language(s): English Latvian Russian
Level(s): Adult Post-secondary Tertiary (first stage) Tertiary (second stage)
Author(s): Public Service Language Centre Latvia
Model for adult learners

The European Language Portfolio for young learners (age 7–12) has been designed for use in Latvian primary schools by a project group of the Latvian Association of English Language Teachers (LATE) with the support of the State Language Agency. A Companion Volume to the European Language Portfolio for young learners has also been developed in the form of an English version of the Language Biography, so that those students who cannot read Latvian will nevertheless be able to gauge their progress in language learning. Also teachers in other countries who know English will be able to use it to assess the language learning progress of their students from Latvia.
For more information on the European Language Portfolio in Latvia see the website of the Latvian Language Agency (in Latvian only).

Country: Latvia
Publication year: 2007
Target group(s): Children General public Language learners pupils
Language(s): English Latvian
Level(s): Primary
Author(s): Latvian Association of English Language Teachers
Model for young learners aged 7-12

This model of the European Language Portfolio for use in Armenian primary schools was developed by a team of experts at the Yerevan State Linguistic University after V.Brusov, on behalf of the Armenian Ministry of Education and Science.

Country: Armenia
Publication year: 2007
Target group(s): Children General public Language learners pupils
Language(s): Armenian English
Level(s): Primary
Author(s): Melanya Astvatsatryan
Model for young learners aged 6 to 10