FREPA : a framework of reference for pluralistic approaches to languages and cultures : competences and resources

This publication is aimed at:

• teachers of all subjects with an interest in plurilingual and intercultural education;
• teacher trainers;
• decision-makers, curriculum/programme designers, textbook writers.

The term pluralistic approaches to languages and cultures refers to didactic approaches which involve the use of several (or at least more than one) variety of languages or cultures simultaneously during the teaching process. By abandoning the «compartmentalised» view of an individual's linguistic and cultural competence(s), this publication is a valuable step towards implementing the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, in particular its rationale on plurilingual and intercultural competence.

• "Can use knowledge and skills already mastered in one language in activities of comprehension / production in another language" (Skills)
• "Having confidence in one's own abilities in relation to languages (their study / their use)" (Attitudes)
• "Knows that one must adapt one's own communicative repertoire to the social and cultural context within which communication is taking place" (Knowledge)

For further information and materials relating to this publication, visit the website http://carap.ecml.at.