The The Guideline of Using the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) in English Camp Activities
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This article aims to study and present the Guideline of Using the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) in English Camp Activities, which are different from normal classroom activities. It allows learners to use language more practically, and learners are joyful with the provided games with their friends. They also participate in activities through contents and instructional materials which have decent difficulty. Therefore, using the CEFR is appropriate for English Camp. It encourages trainers to make a plan, choose a topic, contents, and instructional materials in accordance with the potential of learners. It can also be used as an assessment of the learners’ language proficiency, and a stimulus for the learners to use English language in activities efficiently.
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