Why We Use ACTFL
The Global Gold Standard in Spoken English
To enroll in ACA's IELTS Program, participants should meet the following entry requirements:
Graduates of ACTFL-aligned programs are better prepared to seize opportunities in global careers, education, and beyond.
At ACA, our ACTFL-based spoken English program is your fastest, smartest path to fluency — scientifically proven, internationally recognized, and designed for adults ready to speak with confidence.
ACTFL Principle
- Clear, Achievable Goals
- Group & Self Feedback
- Real-World Relevance
- Adult-Focused Design
- Measurable Progress
- Speaking-Centered Learning
- Flexible, Tech-Enhanced Practice
How ACA Applies It
- Break learning into measurable levels
- Focus on active speaking from day one
- Use group corrections and self-assessment
- Practice anytime via mobile apps and messaging
- Activities mirror daily and work situations
- Prioritize efficient practice, avoid busywork
- Track speaking skills with clear benchmarks
Example Activities
- Weekly milestones aligned with ACTFL can-do statements
- Role plays, daily voice notes, and live group discussions
- Peer review sessions and guided reflection checklists
- WhatsApp voice responses and video assignments
- Simulated job interviews, ordering food, and small talk practice
- Short, targeted tasks focusing on communication skills
- Regular proficiency assessments based on ACTFL levels
What is ACTFL?
ACTFL = American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages
- A U.S.-based organization that sets internationally recognized standards for language proficiency, especially in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
- ACTFL doesn’t teach or accredit schools, but it provides the framework, assessment tools, and certifications used in education, government, and the private sector.
To enroll in ACA's IELTS Program, participants should meet the following entry requirements:
ACTFL’s Key Contributions
Proficiency Guidelines
Defines language ability from Novice → Intermediate → Advanced → Superior → Distinguished.
Can-Do Statements
Clear, skill-based goals that students should be able to perform at each level.
OPI / OPIc Tests
Oral Proficiency Interview (live or computer-based), the gold standard for speaking assessments.
Performance Descriptors
Practical teaching rubrics for Novice to Advanced learners, perfect for curriculum design.
Alignment Tools
Offers ways to align your program, materials, and assessments to ACTFL standards.
Testing & Certification Bodies
Language Testing International (LTI) — the exclusive ACTFL testing partner — uses the framework to deliver:
OPI / OPIc
Speaking Proficiency Assessment
WPT
Writing Proficiency Test
RPT
Reading Proficiency Test
LPT
Listening Proficiency Test
Standard ACTFL Alignment Statements
Legal Note
You cannot use ACTFL's logo, claim certification/accreditation, or state "endorsed by ACTFL" unless you are a licensed assessment partner. However, you may state that your curriculum aligns with ACTFL standards.
Approved Statements
"Our curriculum, assessment rubrics, and student outcomes are structured using ACTFL's internationally recognized Can-Do Statements, focusing on interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication."
ACA's English program follows ACTFL's performance descriptors to help students speak English confidently in real-life situations.
Aligned with ACTFL proficiency guidelines and Can-Do Statements.
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