Pearson Languages

Pearson English: Empower multilingual learners

Pearson English is committed to empowering multilingual learners with tools that help them be themselves in English across academic and real-world settings. With resources designed to meet the unique needs of US K-12 schools, Pearson supports educators and multilingual learners at every step of their English language learning journey. 

Pearson English Journey: Fast-track your learners’ progress

Pearson offers engaging and relevant courses designed to empower learners to take ownership of their learning journey and help them reach their goals. They offer a set of assessments to help evaluate and place learners in the right courses for their proficiency level to help fast-track their progress and keep them motivated.
From placement tests to ongoing assessments, Pearson simplifies the process of delivering personalized learning experiences for every learner.

The Global Scale of English (GSE): Research-backed and trusted

Pearson English’s suite of tools and assessments are built on the Global Scale of English (GSE), a standardized, granular scale which measures English Language proficiency. The GSE is a research-backed framework trusted worldwide.

Developed with insights from over 50 countries and 6,000 educators, it provides precise progress tracking and
personalized teaching guidance, to help learners achieve grade-level English proficiency.

The GSE is designed to motivate learners by accurately demonstrating step-by-step progress and helping match a learner to the right course materials to suit their exact level and learning goals. The GSE is mapped to state standards, including WIDA. This alignment helps educators integrate Pearson’s tools into their existing curriculum. 

Digital Learning Experiences: Seamless and Interactive

Discover game-changing platforms that revolutionize English language teaching inside and outside the classroom. Pearson’s digital tools are designed to:

  • Enhance Lessons: Interactive activities, engaging videos, and dynamic audio content.
  • Monitor Progress: Detailed feedback helps educators tailor activities and adjust instruction to meet class and individual needs.
  • Simplify Learning: Usability-tested features ensure a seamless experience for both educators and students.

With solutions for virtual, in-person, and hybrid learning environments, Pearson’s platforms ensure less stress and more success.

 

Pearson English: Courses and assessments for every stage

Multilingual learners are a growing part of the student population. Pearson’s comprehensive range of courses helps K-12 students develop language skills, build confidence, and thrive in English. All courses and assessments are designed to support educators with progress tracking, personalized instruction, and flexible learning options. Powered by the Global Scale of English (GSE) and aligned to state standards such as WIDA,  Pearson’s tools help educator tailor their teaching to meet their students’ needs and align to district/state requirements. 

PreK to Primary: Fun and engaging language solutions

Motivate PreK and primary English learners with engaging, carefully paced courses designed to make learning fun. These courses are adaptable to the learners’ age and individual needs.

  • My Disney Stars and Friends (PreK) and My Disney Stars and Heroes (Primary): Pearson’s Disney collection sparks imagination with engaging stories and activities.
  • New Big Fun (PreK) and English Code (Primary): These courses focus on fostering curiosity through hands-on STEAM and CLIL-based learning.
  • Big English series and New Cornerstone: Resources to build real-world knowledge and skills to prepare learners for global citizenship.

Secondary: Building skills and confidence

Empower teenage learners with resources and courses designed to resonate with their interests and goals: 

  • New Keystone and Wider World: Prepare students for exams, future studies, and real-world success.
  • Side by Side Plus, Project Success, Future, and Voices of Freedom: Equip high school learners with academic and professional skills.
  • Advanced courses such as Focus on GrammarAzar and Hagen Grammar Series, and Longman Academic Reading and Writing strengthen core skills and vocabulary, preparing learners to integrate into regular ELA classes and graduate high school successfully.

Assess and track progress confidently

 

Pearson’s assessments place learners in courses that match their proficiency level, making it easier to deliver personalized learning and track progress as they build their English skills. Pearson offers the following assessments: 

  • Level Test: Adaptive, online placement test assessing reading, writing, speaking and listening (30 minute test) or covering reading, listening, and grammar (20 minutes test).
  • Benchmark Young Learner Test: Provides detailed feedback on reading, writing, listening, and speaking to guide personalized instruction.

Mondly by Pearson

Mondly by Pearson is a fun, easy, and effective way to learn a new language anytime, anywhere, on any device. The platform allows learners to develop their language skills and be prepared for the most common situations, give fluency, and allow for constant improvement via bite-size daily lessons.

There are currently 41 languages available the platform, and learners can choose to learn from native language. The platform uses gamification strategies and advanced language learning technologies to help learners develop their English skills quickly and effectively. Learners focus on memorizing common phrases, listening to native speakers, practicing real conversations, and solidifying their knowledge using a unique repetition system giving them the skills and confidence to master a new language.

Watch Mondly by Pearson Intro Video

Versant by Pearson Practice Tests

Versant

Learners can access a free interactive demo or buy a practice test. The practice test includes a full exam, with a detailed score report available within minutes. Learners can get familiar with the test format, improve their test taking skills, and work on areas for improvement.

Pearson English International Certificate 

  • Free app for test practice: This fun mobile app gives learners real test practice for free. They can practice with items like those they’ll see on their test, across all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It is available for download on iOS and Android.
  • Test questions: Candidates can get familiar with the kinds of questions they’ll be asked by watching the available YouTube videos for levels A1 and A1, and levels B1 and above.
 

Confidently Measure and Validate Progress

From placing learners in the right class for their level, helping employees improve their English language skills, all the way through to the launch of a new life through English, Pearson has the perfect assessments and certifications for every stage of the learning journey.

Available Tests

English Benchmark – Young Learners

English Benchmark is the test that doesn’t feel like a test. Suitable for use alongside any English course, it measures speaking, listening, reading, and writing, through fun and interactive activities that are intuitive for your next generation learners.
Designed to be taken on a tablet, laptop or desk, the test provides in-depth insights into your learners’ skills and gives you recommendation to plan the next steps of their learning journey.

Key features:
  • Measures Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing skills
  • For ages 6-14
  • <A1-B1+
  • Results available within minutes
  • Feedback available as can-do statements for learners and next steps for teachers
  • Parent reports and students certificates available

Versant by Pearson Language Tests: Fast, Accurate, Relevant

Versant

The Versant by Pearson suite of language learning products is designed to assess individuals’ practical, business-relevant language skills and competencies. This comprehensive solution  empowers businesses to confidently hire the best talent and schools to evaluate learners’ skills. The tests use advanced AI to evaluate communication skills accurately and reliably in real business situations. 

The tests are available 24×7, with no need for appointments. As soon as the test is completed, a score report can be accessed, which provides detailed performance insights and helpful suggestions for improvement.

Why choose Versant by Pearson?

  • Fast: issue tests quickly and receive results within minutes
  • Accurate: Our AI technology accurately assesses language proficiency without any bias
  • Relevant: Practical, business-relevant content to evaluate and recruit candidates
  • Simple to use: Easy to administer and track results through a dedicated dashboard
  • Accessible: 24/7 test availability on website, mobile or desktop
  • Detailed score reports: Provide actionable suggestions for improvement.

Available tests:

Available Certificates: 

Versant by Pearson English Certificate

The Versant by Pearson English Certificate is designed to help professionals prove their English skills to achieve their career goals. Suitable for companies and recruitment agencies to identify and recruit the best talent in the market, as well as institutions looking for a flexible solution for their program admissions or end-of-course certifications. Our test measures workplace English in professional and social settings and provides meaningful data back to employers.

Watch video: Introducing Versant by Pearson English Certificate

Pearson English International Certificate: The English test for real-world success

The Pearson English International Certificate is a powerful tool for certifying candidates’ real-world English skills. Employers and universities worldwide trust the Pearson English International Certificate as proof of English language ability in real-life contexts. The certificate has been designed to cater to the needs of 21st-century global citizens, opening the doors to opportunities and supporting them in making their mark in a challenging and ever-changing world.

Candidates can schedule their two-hour test at their convenience, take it securely from home, school, or a testing center, and swiftly receive their certificate along with detailed results. The test covers all levels, from A1 to C2, and is open to candidates aged 14 and above. With no specific preparation required, test-takers have access to familiarization resources. By assessing a combination of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills, the PEIC mirrors the reality of daily communication, providing trusted evidence of language proficiency.

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