Encuadre - Certificación B1

ABOUT THE COURSE

COMPETENCIES

COURSE CONTENT

PREPARation

B1

Preliminary

CRITERIA

ABOUT THE COURSE

COMPETENCIES

COURSE CONTENT

PREPARation

B1

Preliminary

CRITERIA

ABOUT THE COURSE

The purpose of this self-paced virtual course is to prepare participants for the B1 Preliminary certification exam (formerly known as the Preliminary English Test – PET). Participants will strengthen their skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking through interactive activities, multimedia resources, and exam practice. During the 60 hours of this course, participants will develop the skills required to succeed in the B1 Preliminary Certification. They will also familiarise themselves with the exam format and question types, apply practical strategies for each exam section, and practise under simulated exam conditions.

Dra. Luz María Ortiz Alcocer

Welcome

LEARNING COMPETENCIES

• Understand the format, structure, and expectations of the B1 Preliminary Certification exam, including timing, sections, and types of questions.

• Apply test-taking strategies for each section of the exam, including skimming and scanning for reading, note-taking for listening, and organising ideas for writing tasks.

• Analyse errors or areas of difficulty in practice exams to focus study efforts strategically and improve performance.

Exam-Specific Competencies

• Evaluate personal language strengths and areas for improvement using course tools and self-assessment results, with the purpose of performing well in the B1 Preliminary exam.

• Design a personal English improvement plan based on the identification of language strengths and areas for improvement, aiming to perform well in the B1 Preliminary exam.

Study and Learning Competencies

Writing Skill

Reading Skill

Language Competencies

Study and Learning Competencies

Listening Skill

Speaking Skill

Exam-Specific Competencies

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1

Introduction to the B1 Preliminary

Module 2

Paper 1: Reading

Module 3

Paper 2: Writing

Module 4

Paper 3: Listening

Module 5

Paper 4: Speaking

Module 6

Final Practice for the B1 Preliminary Exam

EVALUATION CRITERIA

M3 - Paper 2: Writing

Duration: 13 hours.Specific Objectives:

• Identify in detail the format and characteristics of Paper 2 (Writing) and the types of exercises they will need to solve in this section of the exam.
• Apply writing techniques to solve exercises from Paper 2 of the B1 Preliminary exam.

Content:

• Format and characteristics of Paper 2: Writing.
• Writing Techniques.
• Paper 2: Practice.

M5 - Paper 4: Speaking

Duration: 13 hours.Specific Objectives:

• Identify in detail the format and characteristics of Paper 4 (Speaking) and the types of exercises they will need to solve in this section of the exam.
• Apply listening techniques to solve exercises from Paper 4 of the B1 Preliminary exam.

Content:

• Format and characteristics of Paper 4: Speaking.
• Speaking Techniques.
• Paper 4: Practice.

M6 - Final Practice for the B1 Preliminary Exam

Duration: 10 hours.Specific Objectives:

• Practice the B1 Preliminary exam, where the students will need to apply what they have learned in the previous modules to complete the 4 sections of the exam.
• Analyze their results to reflect on their level of competence for the actual certification exam.

Content:

• Complete practice exam.
• Analysis of results.

M4 - Paper 3: Listening

Duration: 10 hours.Specific Objectives:

• Identify in detail the format and characteristics of Paper 3 (Listening) and the types of exercises they will need to solve in this section of the exam.
• Apply listening techniques to solve exercises from Paper 1 of the B1 Preliminary exam.

Content:

• Format and characteristics of Paper 3: Listening.
• Listening Techniques.
• Paper 3: Practice.

Listening Skill

• Understand the main ideas and key details in spoken English on familiar topics, such as instructions, directions, and everyday conversations.
• Recognise tone, intent, and simple inferences in spoken exchanges or audio recordings.

Speaking Skill

• Engage in short conversations on familiar topics, using appropriate vocabulary and expressions to communicate ideas and ask questions.
• Respond to basic questions about personal information, daily routines, and past experiences in an organised and fluent manner.

M1. Introduction to the B1 Preliminary Exam format and Diagnostic Evaluation

Duration: 4 hours.Specific Objectives:

• Identify the B1 Preliminary Certification exam format.
• Answer a diagnostic test to identify the level of English proficiency.

Content:

• Description of the B1 Preliminary Exam (structure, sections, and evaluation criteria).
• Diagnostic test (B1 Preliminary exam simulation).
• Personal English Improvement Plan.

Reading Skill

• Understand and interpret main ideas and details in everyday texts, such as advertisements, personal letters, and news articles.
• Infer meaning from context and identify opinions or feelings expressed in written material.

Welcome students!

Writing Skill

• Write clear and coherent short texts, such as emails, letters, or diary entries, using appropriate language for personal and semi-formal contexts.
• Use vocabulary and grammar structures accurately to describe events, express opinions, and ask questions.

M2 - Paper 1: Reading

Duration: 10 hours.Specific Objectives:

• Identify in detail the format and characteristics of Paper 1 (Reading) and the types of exercises they will need to solve in this section of the exam.
• Apply reading techniques to solve exercises from Paper 1 of the B1 Preliminary exam.

Content:

• Format and characteristics of Paper 1: Reading.
• Reading Techniques.
• Paper 1: Practice.