ANSWER - INTERACT - EXPLAIN - EXPRESS - REGISTER
(TEST realizado para un Rol en el Área Académica)
1 - This part will assess how clearly and succinctly you organize and express your ideas. It consists of 10 questions about you and different general topics. Answer each question within 45 seconds and develop the information independently with no interaction.
LISTEN TO 5 EXAMPLES :
2 - Read and listen. You may take notes. Then, organize the topic and use the examples in the audio to help you explain it. Later, you will interact with the interlocutor who will also introduce problem-solving situations.
A - Types of Leadership
Every day we come across leaders in school, business, and life, and each has their own unique approach to managing others. The way people use their power and authority differs from person to person, but there are some recurring patterns. In business theory, there are two main types of leaders: instrumental and expressive. Instrumental leaders are very demanding individuals. Leaders of this type expect their employees to be professional and focused on work rather than on relationships with their colleagues. In contrast, expressive leaders are concerned about employee well-being. They believe strong relationships and a positive work environment improve a group's overall productivity.
When you finish reading, play the audio once.
After explaining the topic, the interlocutor may ask you questions like these ones:
1 - A company is missing deadlines, and employees say expectations are unclear. Which type of leader would be more effective in this situation, and what specific actions should they take to solve the problem?
2 - A team has high productivity, but there is constant conflict and low motivation among employees. How could an expressive leader address this problem, and what risks might exist if the situation is handled incorrectly?
3 - Imagine a new manager applies only instrumental leadership in a team that values collaboration and emotional support. What problems might appear, and how could the manager adjust their leadership style to improve results?
B - Mandatory Volunteering
The university has decided to implement the following change to the graduation requirements. Beginning next May, students are required to volunteer at least 100 hours at a local charitable organization in order to graduate. By helping give back to the community, the university is hoping that we will improve our relationship with the community through student involvement in local affairs. Additionally, we believe that this initial volunteering experience will inspire students to continue to give back to those less fortunate, even after graduation.
When you finish reading, play the audio once.
1 - Some students work full time and say they do not have enough time to complete 100 volunteer hours. What solutions could the university offer to ensure these students can still graduate?
2 - Local charitable organizations are concerned they may not have enough capacity to receive a large number of student volunteers. How could the university address this problem?
3 - If students complete the volunteering requirement only to graduate and do not feel motivated, how could the university redesign the program to increase genuine engagement?
3 - This part includes questions that assess your understanding of the main ideas, inferences, and details based on the text. Read and organize your answers. You may use your paper to organize your answers.
When you are ready, say ‘OK,’ and the interlocutor will read the questions. Answer them orally, and then share your opinion with him.
A - Renewable energy
While the global transition towards renewable energy has accelerated over the past decade, significant obstacles remain that impede its full integration into national energy grids. Unlike conventional fossil fuel sources, renewable technologies such as wind and solar power are inherently intermittent, requiring sophisticated storage solutions and flexible infrastructure to ensure a consistent supply. Additionally, the geopolitical implications of renewable energy adoption cannot be overlooked: as countries pivot away from oil and gas dependence, new forms of competition and cooperation are emerging around critical resources like rare earth elements used in photovoltaic cells and battery technologies. Policymakers face the complex task of designing frameworks that incentivize innovation while simultaneously safeguarding energy security and affordability. Ultimately, the shift towards renewables is not solely a technological undertaking but a multifaceted transformation encompassing environmental, economic, and social dimensions.
1 - What is the main focus of the text?
2 - Why does the text suggest that renewable energy integration requires flexible infrastructure?
3 - According to the text, what critical resources are becoming strategically important due to renewable energy technologies?
Play the audio and take notes. Using the main points and examples from the lecture, the interlocutor will ask you to describe how ultrasound works, and then explain the way that ultrasound is used in medical diagnosis.
B - Ultrasound
4 - Express and support your personal opinion. Write your answer.
A - How do you think international collaboration can strengthen national research projects?
B - What is your assessment about this ? : Should teamwork be controlled?
5 - Listen and say the missing words after you hear them. You have 5 seconds to say what you hear. After that, you will discuss this topic with the interlocutor.
Research plays a fundamental role in the development of knowledge across ____________________. Through systematic observation, data collection, and analysis, researchers are able to identify patterns, test hypotheses, and generate ____________________. This process not only helps to solve existing problems but also encourages critical thinking and innovation. In addition , research allows societies to make informed decisions based on evidence rather than assumptions, which is essential in fields such as education, _________________________ . For these reasons, research is considered a key tool for academic progress and __________________________ .
End of the evaluation
El PDF que recibirá constituye un informe elaborado a partir de una instancia de observación y análisis del desempeño comunicativo actual a través del inglés. Su finalidad es descriptiva y orientativa para los interesados permitiendo visualizar en la persona el grado de desarrollo de cada dimensión del proceso comunicacional. El mismo posee una validez de 2 años.
