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European levels:

The levels of language command are classified by the Common European Framework which is an internationally recognised classification of exams and levels accepted by the Council of Europe. The system thoroughly defines the range of language skills which must be mastered by the learners of a language to be able to communicate in it, and to ensure that the communication is set properly in any given sociolinguistic context.

The levels classified by the system:

C2 Mastery
C1 EOP - Effective Operational Proficiency
B2 Vantage
B1 Threshold
A2 Waystage
A1 Breakthrough

More about European levels

What are the minimum system requirements of the course?


	Windows 98/ME operating system: Pentium III 600 MHz processor 128 MB of RAM Windows 2000/XP operating system: Pentium III 1 GHz processor 256 MB of RAM other requirements: 100 MB of hard disk space Display settings - 800x600 resolution at thousands of colours (1024x768 resolution recommended) 24x speed CD-ROM/DVD drive 16-bit sound card Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher mouse speakers or headphones microphone The program requires a TCP/IP protocol installed in MS Windows system. If your computer does not have a network card, you must install a Dial-up card together with TCP/IP protocol (in MS Windows 9x operating systems) or Microsoft Loopback card (in MS Windows 2000/XP operating systems).

How much time do I need to complete a single level of the 24/7 English course?


	Each level of the course equals about 150 hours of learning. If we assume that a student spends 4 hours a week learning, then one level of the course can be completed in 9-10 months.

Which system of learning English using 24/7 English is the most effective?


	There is no single universal way of learning, therefore the24/7 English course provides for two methods of individual learning: learning according to a pre-planned scheme, identical for everyone: lesson by lesson (just like a regular language course) individual learning defined by a user, who chooses the topics and issues of interest using the lesson editor. It is worth experimenting with the methods and choosing the the most suitable.

Is it possible to use the course without the CD?


	It is not possible to use the course without the CD. The exception isusers who have access to the network version of the course.

My microphone is plugged in but I cannot record anything. The speech recognition system does not respond to my voice.


	Make sure that the microphone in Windows sound mixer is on and not mute.

The speech recognition system does not recognise my utterance.


	Make sure that the microphone level is set properly. For the sound recognition system to work properly, the microphone level indicator should be set within the range of the upper part of the scale.

Are the course books, on which the course was created, included?


	All the materials included in the book version of the course were used to create the multi-media version. The course is accompanied by the User's Manual which describes the possibilities of using the program and all the options available in it.

Where can I buy the course books on which the course was based?


	Language in Use course books are available in language bookshops.

What age group is the course aimed at?


	The course is aimed at teenagers and adults.

I scored 100% in all the tasks in the course. What should I do next?


	We encourage you to visit the course website HERE which contains additional materials and links to other recommended websites. There you can test your skills in new games and try to beat the scores of other players. You may also consider buying other courses from our offer, e.g. Business English.

I have noticed that some words e.g. color, theater, center are spelt colour, theatre, centre. Is this a mistake?


	Spelling of some words, such as colour, theatre, centre is different in American and British English. In 24/7 English we use the British English spelling.

My course CD got damaged. What should I do?


	Please send the damaged CD to our Technical Support Department and we will replace it free of charge. Technical support : - e-mail: service@ydp.com.pl

The course will not install. What should I do?


	Please contact our Technical Support Department: - e-mail: service@ydp.com.pl

The sound is inaudible. What should I do?


	There are a few possible reasons for the lack of sound. It is best to check the following things: are the speakers plugged in and turned on? is the Windows sound mixer on? are the volume levels in Windows sound mixer and speakers properly set? is there another program, which may stop the sound drivers, running?

Why is the CD verified every time I enter the main menu?

The CD verification performed every time is aimed at the protection against the illegal versions of the program.

The course is too difficult for me. What can I do?


	The course enables you to create your own lessons containing the custom pages. To create your own lesson, you may select the issues of your personal interest which are suitable for your level of English.

The course is too easy for me. What should I do?


	The course enables you to create your own lessons containing the custom pages. To create your own lesson you may, for example, choose to include the more difficult issues only.

I cannot see the full screen of the course e.g. the Next and Previous arrows are not visible. What should I do?


	To make the arrows visible, you have to switch your screen resolution to 1024x768. It is possible to use the program at 800x600 resolution but the arrows are not visible then. To move to the next lesson, you have to return to the table of contents.

How do the levels of the course compare to the IELTS exam?


	Unlike PET, KET or FCE exams, the IELTS exam is not assigned to a single level of English, but it determines the level of the person taking the exam. Each level of 24/7 English can account for the following IELTS scores: Beginner: 3.0 Pre-intermediate: 4.0 Intermediate: 5.0

Can I buy a single level of the course? How much does it cost?


	It is possible to buy CDs containing a single level of the course as well as to buy a DVD containing the full version of the course.

I have been learning English for a year. How do I check which level of the 24/7 English course I should start with?


	In order to choose the right level of the course, you need to take the Placement test. You can find it on every CD or DVD accompanying the course or at the course website: Placement test.

How can I practise my pronunciation using the course?


	The speech recognition system is a useful tool for practising your pronunciation. After recording your own speech, you may check the score given to you by the system and compare your recording with the one made by the British speaker.

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Last update: 2006-04-13