ANSWER - INTERACT - EXPLAIN - EXPRESS - REGISTER
(TEST realizado para un Rol en el Área Académica - Declared level C1)
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, the audio will be played once.
After explaining the topic, the interlocutor may ask you questions like these ones:
Problem-solving situations
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 - Discuss
In this part of the evaluation, you have to look at the picture and answer the questions by interacting with the interlocutor.
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.
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?
The following audio will be played once. You may take notes. Using the main points and examples from the lecture, the interlocutor will ask you :
1) describe how ultrasound work
2) explain the way that ultrasound is used in medical diagnosis.
B - Ultrasound
4 - Express and support your personal opinion. Write your answer.
5 Listen carefully and reproduce the missing words. You will have 6 seconds to respond. Then you will discuss the topic with the interlocutor.
A - SAY
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 __________________________ .
B - WRITE
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.
