The Association Between TOEFL iBT Test Scores and the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) Levels TOEFL iBT CEFR

Author(s):

Papageorgiou, Spiros; Tannenbaum, Richard J.; Bridgeman, Brent; Cho, Yeonsuk

Publication Year:

2015

Report Number:

RM-15-06

Source:

ETS Research Memorandum

Document Type:

Report

Page Count:

28

Subject/Key Words:

Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), Cut Scores, Language Proficiency, Score Interpretation, TOEFL iBT

Abstract

Based on the feedback of subsequent users and decisions makers, Educational Testing Service (ETS) revised the CEFR cut scores (i.e., minimum test scores required for each CEFR level) in 2014. In this research memorandum, we present the rationale for the revision of the CEFR cut scores and offer validity evidence that the revised cut scores (a) are reasonable and (b) do not negatively impact the quality of admissions decisions.

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