Improving language learning
Research shows a significant improvement in language skills when teaching is combined with an effective assessment plan
Plan your teaching for the right level based on externally validated assessments. Improve student motivation with competency levels that recognise achievement
Independently produced assessments allow effective benchmarking
ALC assessments offer you a tool that uses independent benchmarking to deliver a structured approach to learning a language at the right level for your students.
Native speaker audioAssessment listening tasks delivered by native language speakers are a more immersive teaching tool.
Our commitment to using native language audio builds the confidence of your students.
Instant reporting for all ALC tests at individual and group levels
Secure assessments available when it suits you
ACER’s online platform allows you to spend less time on administration and planning tests and more time making the most of the insights from effective language assessment.
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ALC tests are supported by free webinar training resources to help effectively and efficiently integrate language competence testing into your everyday teaching practices.
Sample and practice materials are available to aid the pre-assessment of students to help inform the appropriate testing level.
- Administering the ALC Introducing the online platform, previewing ALC levels, adminstering ALC tests and introduction to reports.
- Maximising results through reporting Generating online ALC reports and how to use them to guide classroom teaching.
Recognising achievement
Students who successfully complete both listening and reading tests will receive a printed certificate
Group report
For use across students that complete the same test; this report shows student performance against each question within a test as well as student performance on that test overall. Raw scores, percentage and achievement levels are provided for each student, along with student performance for each test question.
Question performance report
This report provides an overview of a class or cohort of students' performances against each question, sortable by both question classification and percentage correct. All questions are connected to one of five classifications to assist in establishing areas for improvement.
Rank distribution
This chart provides a comparison of your students' achievement levels in test against the ALC cohort.
Individual report
This report provides an overview of a single student's performance against each question within a test, as well as additional item and achievement level information.