Introducing Avant STAMP for CEFR: Your Solution for English Proficiency Testing

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This Avant STAMP assessment aligns to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) standards. It measures A1 to C1 general proficiency in Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking for English language learners aged 13+. 

More than 1200 test takers in 25 countries on five continents have already taken the CEFR-aligned Avant STAMP general English proficiency assessment. 

What makes the Avant STAMP for CEFR different? 

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The magic in the Avant STAMP for CEFR is in the purpose behind its use and the computer-adaptive nature of the assessment

Progress Monitoring

Why wait for high-stakes entrance exams to measure your students’ English proficiency?

STAMP for CEFR can help you measure student progress throughout their learning journey.

Each test measures the ability of the test taker to communicate in the real world.

Computer Adaptive Testing

Computer-adaptive assessments provide a more precise language skill measurement. Test questions adjust their difficulty based on the user’s answers. 

This challenges test taker skills without unnecessary frustration. Unlike fixed-form assessments that can be too hard or too easy for many test takers, STAMP for CEFR is appropriate for all levels.

What can the test taker expect on the Avant STAMP for CEFR test?

This assessment is conducted entirely online. There are no interviews to schedule and no need to travel to a testing center. 

The assessment must be proctored which can be done onsite at an institution or through AvantProctor, our remote proctoring service. 

There are four sections: Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking

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Reading

This section must be completed before the Writing section. Due to the computer-adaptive nature of the test, the question difficulty will change based on your responses. The more you get correct, the more difficult it will become, and vice versa. 

Number of Questions: approximately 30 questions
Average Time: 35-40 minutes

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Writing

The prompt level presented is based on your work in the Reading section. 

Number of Prompts: Three (3) prompts

Character Limit: Up to 2500 characters (400-600 words) for each response

Average Time: 20-25 minutes

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Listening

This section must be completed before the Speaking section. Due to the computer-adaptive nature of the test, question difficulty will change based on your responses. The more you get correct, the more difficult it will become, and vice versa. 

Number of Questions: approximately 30 questions
Average Time: 35-40 minutes

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Speaking

The prompt level presented is based on your work in the Listening section. 

Number of Prompts: Three (3) prompts

Recording Time Limit: Three (3) minutes for each response

Average Time: 20-25 minutes

Does Avant have preparation materials?

Avant provides the following preparation tools and resources for test takers and institutions administering the test.

Levels & Rubric Guide

Test Taker Guide

Parent Guide

Test Taker Profile Guide

What do the Individual Reports include?

  • Reading Section score (generated by Avant)
  • Writing Section score (rated by Avant)
  • Listening Section score (generated by Avant)
  • Speaking Section score (rated by Avant)
  • Composite Score
  • Level Descriptions
  • Suggestions to ‘Power Up’ to the next level

Each test taker’s report has a scoring graphic for each section of the test. It can be an inverted pyramid that has a filled area depicting the level attained, or just a score generated by Avant for self-evaluated Reading and Listening Sections.

Reading and Listening sections will show a scoring graphic once a test taker completes each section.

Writing and Speaking sections will show a  scoring graphic once rating is completed by Avant.

How can the Avant STAMP for CEFR be used?   

Education Institutions

Track and Foster Educational Growth and Excellence

This tool enables educational institutions to accurately monitor and benchmark students’ English language development and support effective teaching strategies. Empower educators to track student progress accurately and ensure language learning aligns with international standards and individual growth goals.

Instructional Standards Compliance

Avant STAMP for CEFR helps institutions verify essential English proficiency standards for graduation or program advancement, facilitating academic and career success.

Cost-Effective, Reliable Predictor

Avant STAMP for CEFR offers predictive insights into students’ potential performance on other high-stakes exams and government standardized testing, enhancing preparation and outcomes.

Workplaces

Empower Global Workforce Communication

Avant STAMP for CEFR ensures that employees in international businesses, especially in customer-facing roles, possess the English skills necessary for effective interaction with the public and colleagues worldwide. Confirm candidates’ language skills, and foster confident and competent communication in the global marketplace.

Avant STAMP for CEFR is more than an assessment; it’s a gateway to global communication and opportunities. It empowers businesses to build competent international teams and educational institutions to foster language growth and achievement. Discover how Avant STAMP for CEFR can transform English language assessment for your organization.

Embrace global English proficiency with Avant STAMP for CEFR.

Features and Benefits of the Avant STAMP for CEFR

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Online, Computer-Adaptive Design

Adaptive tests eliminate questions that are too easy or difficult for each test taker allowing them to reach their highest level of proficiency. All STAMP tests are developed by professional target language and assessment experts.

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Fast And Easily Accessible Results

Avant STAMP Reading and Listening results are available online immediately. The Writing and Speaking responses are scored by Avant Certified Raters in 7-10 business days.

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Fully Remote Proctoring

Avant STAMP assessments are required to be proctored. AvantProctor, our remote proctoring solution, is available for a convenient and affordable solution.

Note: iPads/tablets may not be used with AvantProctor. Test takers must have a computer, laptop, or Chromebook for this service.

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Detailed Reporting and Data

Results are available online. They can be downloaded/printed as Individual Reports or as a testing group Results Summary. Individual reports include suggestions for how test takers can “power up” or improve their proficiency in this area.

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Affordable Pricing

Avant assessments are an affordable solution to help teachers, test takers, and institutions understand where learners need to improve and award credit for gained proficiency.

Quote prices are in US dollars.

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Authentic Texts and Audio

Assessment content is aligned to the CEFR levels from A1-C1. The presented situations cover topics commonly taught at each level of instruction.

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Security

We continuously work to improve our safeguards for testing, test taker data, and proctoring integrity. Learn more about our Test Security and Integrity.

How can we help?

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