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By: Elisabeth Levi, Ph.D, Head of Research at Speak English exams often serve as a significant barrier to jobs and education. Is it possible, instead, to imagine tests that help to let more people in? When we lower the price, a test can be a tool for increased access, rather […]

The importance of testing candidates for English proficiency before hiring them for a company cannot be overstated. In today’s globalized world, businesses are becoming increasingly interconnected and multilingual, and communication in English has become a vital component of many industries. Therefore, hiring employees who possess a strong command of the […]

English has become the world’s most spoken language, with an estimated 1.5 billion speakers globally, making it a truly global language. Its rise to dominance has been influenced by historical, social, and economic factors. One of the key factors contributing to the rise of English as a global language was […]

English proficiency tests are an essential tool for individuals who are looking to improve their conversational and written English skills. These tests assess an individual’s mastery of the English language, including their ability to understand and use the language in both written and spoken forms. By taking an English proficiency […]

TBI Bank discusses their experience using Speak Do you know that over 1.3 billion people in the world speak English? But how many of them are fluent in it and can use it properly at work? As a multicultural organization, operating within several different markets, we must ensure that our […]

Cinema is a source of entertainment for millions around the globe.  It can also serve as a valuable resource when studying culture.  Many studies have been written on the impact of the film “Mean Girls”, released by Paramount in 2004, directed by Mark Waters and written by Tina Fey. The […]

Find out more about CEFR Level B1, and what kinds of positions you can fill with recruits who speak and write at this level.

What level of English proficiency is necessary for a Maintenance and Facility Operator? CEFR English Level B1. Why? Someone in this role needs to: Because the only interaction in English is likely to be in understanding requests, scheduling subcontractors, and speaking with help desks – all of which have very […]

What level of English proficiency is necessary for an Instructional Media Designer? CEFR English Level C2. Why? Someone in this role needs to: This job includes precise oral and written communication to create content which must be error free. Editing of other people’s work is an important part of the […]