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Pearson in the Middle East

We believe in learning - all kinds of learning for all kinds of people, delivered in a personal style.

Because wherever learning flourishes, so do people.

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Always learning 05

Taking an active role in teaching 06

Testing and measuring progress 12

Leading the way with technology 20

Teaching the English language 24

Working with ministries and governments 26

Success stories across the region 27

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We are the world’s leading education company, helping millions of people around the globe realize their ambitions and achieve their dreams. We understand the power of education – to change lives and transform communities, making the impossible become the possible.

And while we operate in more than 85 countries, we also understand the importance of providing individualized and contextualized learning for each and every student, so that no matter where they are or how they learn, students are engaged and inspired by their learning materials.

That is why here in the Middle East, we invest time and money making our teaching and learning resources relevant to the region and its learners. Because when it comes to learning, one size does not always fit all.

Pearson is committed to helping individuals, institutions and communities become the best they can be through our dynamic portfolio of innovative products and services.

Every day, everywhere we are helping people learn. Because wherever learning flourishes, so do people.

Who we are

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01 INTRODUCTION

Pearson has a long history of helping people learn. 150 years’ experience in educational publishing combined with the very latest in learning technology and online support has resulted in vibrant learning solutions for people all around the world.

Our portfolio includes innovative textbooks, digital learning solutions, online testing and assessment, professional development and a suite of integrated services. We provide education and assessment services in more than 70 countries, and our courses and resources are available in print, online and through multilingual packages.

Pearson has been working here, in the Middle East, for over 60 years. Every day we work with our partners and customers to develop solutions that effectively meet business needs and overcome key challenges.

Whether it is preschool, high school, college, university or the world of work we offer students and educators the support, resources, training and advice to help teaching and learning thrive.

Always learning

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Taking an active role in teaching

02 TAKING AN ACTIVE ROLE IN TEACHING

Whether its schools, colleges, or higher education institutes we understand the value of effective teaching in creating first-rate outcomes for students.

For over a century, we have provided teachers and educators with the resources, tools and materials they need to teach. Now we’re going further by actively supporting them with training, technology and advice. Increasingly, Pearson is involved in the direct delivery of education. This enables us to bring together all the elements we believe contribute to improvements in learning. We’re taking a more active role in the classroom so that, together, we can launch many more successful learning journeys.

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K-12 Pearson has an enviable reputation supporting K-12 teachers and educators by providing them with the resources, tools and materials they need to help teachers teach and learners learn.

World class learning resources

Our portfolio of world-class print and digital solutions includes widely respected brands including Longman, Heinneman, Prentice Hall and Scott Foresman.

The digital learning paths embedded in our curriculum materials offer innovative and compelling digital learning opportunities for students that reflect their learning aspirations and the world in which they live.

From Bug Club to Reading Street, Envision Math to MyMathLab, Explore Science to Interactive Science, our resources provide strong, research-based pedagogy, ensuring the very best learning frameworks for all students.

Cultural relevance in learning

We are continually developing new resources and materials to reflect the local context with which students are familiar, helping them make sense of their learning. Our culturally relevant and contextualized materials are underpinned by local and international curriculum standards and objectives.

We have developed specialized products exclusively for the Middle East region, including:

• Asuiteof resourcesande-booksforIBMaths,PhysicsandChemistry.• Interactivescienceandmathematicsdictionariesforgrades4to7.• CompletecoursematerialsforSocialStudiescurriculainArabcountries.• My Gulf World and Me: a comprehensive reading course for young English language learners that includes e-books for grades K to 6.

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World-class training and expertise

Today, Pearson is going further than ever to support schools through our team of expert consultants, which are able to provide advice and answer questions about the most appropriate training, technologies and curriculum options we have available.

The strength and depth of the Pearson offering enables us to offer you choice and flexibility, as well as proven quality and measurable outcomes. From whole school teaching and learning strategies, to individual teacher needs, Pearson has a range of options to suit.

Professional development for teachers

Our world-class professional development programs are designed to ensure the acquisition, improvement and mastery of skills contributing to teacher improvement and effectiveness. We lead our markets in quality and innovation and provide a range of services from teacher education, assessment and coaching to mentoring and leadership development. We have particular expertise in providing training and services for those teaching ESL and ELL students.

Pearson delivers on-going and sustainable professional development, with materials produced by world-renowned authors and highly respected accredited training consultants.

Pearson offers its professional development services as either a:• Customizedservice,meetingtheneedsof largerscale institutions, including education ministries and school chains. • Offtheshelf professionaldevelopmentcourses,delivered face to face, online or as a blended solution.

Our thoroughly researched and expert designed courses cover areas such as:• Generalteachingmethodology• Languagemethodology• Technology• Leadership• Englishlanguagelearning• Specificsubject• Curriculumtraining

We also offer a variety of diagnostic tools to assess teachers’ ability in core areas. Our global scale allows Pearson to offer customers a single source for developing effective teacher education programs that include research based content, qualified trainers, and assessment and certification through our international awarding body, Edexcel.

To view the full program of short courses currently available, please visit: [email protected]

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“We have particular expertise in providing training and services for those teaching ESL and ELL students.”


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Learner-centric learning resources

Pearson has over 150 years’ experience in education publishing, so when it comes to print or digital learning resources for higher education or applied learning, we’ve got you covered. Whatever your discipline, whatever your need, we have the resource to suit.

For our full range of Pearson print and e-books for a multitude of disciplines across higher education and applied learning, please visit: [email protected]

Arab World Editions

Pearson knows that a one size fits all approach to learning does not always do, and that is why we have created the Arab World Editions series – to bring relevant, contextualized and engaging textbooks to tertiary students throughout the Middle East.

This series of new and adapted textbooks brings real Arab experiences and knowledge to students across the region. The collection encompasses the same thorough explanations and analysis for which Pearson is known, but each of the books uses case studies and examples from the Arab world itself, making it easier for the non-native English speaker to engage with, and understand the material. The books are accompanied by the same supplementary support you have come to expect from Pearson, including technological features such as MyLab and applications for iPads and iPhones.

To discover our innovative and dynamic online instructor and student resources, MyLabs and Mastering, take a look at Technology Section on page 20.

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Today, more than ever, Pearson is taking an active role in lecture halls and college classrooms across the Middle East to provide educators with the resources, tools and materials necessary to provide world class learning for 21st century students.

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Teaching your course just got easier!

Instructor resources

Pearson’s range of instructor resources are at the cutting edge of teaching technology, all designed to make your job easier, and bring out the best in your students.

We know how time-poor professors and instructors are, so we have made most of our teaching resources available to download online, including:• Text-specific products such as PowerPoint presentations, Image Banks and Instructor Manuals.• Premium content and instructions for BlackBoard cartridges and WebCT e-Packs.• Test item files and access to Test Generator and Pearson MyTest.

You can also access your very own instructor sign-in page, allowing you to:• Save your address for exam copy requests.• Easily contact your Pearson rep.• Create your own CourseCompass course.• Access Pearson’s MySearchLab – the easiest way for students to master a writing or research project.

Custom Solutions

Imagine having the capacity to build your very own text book or learning materials. Well, now it is a reality. Pearson Custom Publishing gives you the freedom to design your course materials based on exactly what and how you want to teach.

Beyond ‘Traditional’ Textbooks• Imagine selecting specific contents from a range of different books and having them bound into a unique bespoke book created just for your course.• Imagine creating a book which combines content from Pearson books with your own material which your students will need in their course.• Imagine a textbook which includes other reports, articles and case studies you feel are required reading for students.• Imagine your students accessing customized online material, tailored to their course, through a single website or portal created just for them.• Imagine integrating bespoke dynamic and engaging digital content into your students learning experience, either to deliver your course, or to work alongside your textbook.

Professional development for educators

Professors and instructors have the capacity to transform a learner from the ordinary to the extraordinary. That is why Pearson is devoted to providing higher education and applied learning educators with the skills, knowledge and passion they need to inspire and motivate their learners.

Our experience in the Middle East has allowed us to understand the nuances of teaching in this part of the world, and our programs for tutors, instructors and professors have been tailored to suit. We can offer teacher training programs from our wide reaching catalogue [email protected] or develop a program to especially meet the needs of your institution.

Pearson’s magnitude means that we can offer a single point for creating successful teacher education programs; including all content (online or printed), assessment through our Edexcel International awarding body, and qualified trainers. As the sole provider of these elements, we can provide a fully integrated, compatible, seamless solution of the highest quality, as well as dedicate appropriate resources to ensure smooth and efficient implementation.

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To justify the investment of time and money in the learning journey, everyone needs to be certain that the delivery of education remains high quality and competitive. Governments, regulators, parents and students need to be confident that learning is effective and delivering on their expectations.

Testing and benchmarking also bring other benefits. We use the data from our testing programs and technology-based solutions to help students identify where they need to improve, so they can focus their efforts and achieve more. This transforms assessment into yet another way we personalize learning.

We deliver tests for all age groups and sectors, from K to 12 and beyond, including a breadth of professional qualifications. Pearson can also offer a full range of clinical and psychometric tests to help psychologists and educators develop accurate observations of individual learner needs. We also offer banks of standard tests for national and international curriculum, such as SATS.

Testing and Measuring ProgressOn any journey, it’s vital to be able to measure your progress.

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03 TESTING AND MEASURING PROGRESS

K-12

Assessment services

From K to 12, testing and measuring students’ progress is at the heart of students being able to reach their potential.

As children learn, from their earliest years right throughout their school lives, Pearson’s portfolio of assessments and services help educators support each and every child: identifying their progress, assessing their capabilities and determining their most appropriate learning path.

Customized test development

Pearson provides services that define and develop test instruments to meet the specific objectives of our clients, including assessment design and assessment authoring.

Test administration

Pearson administers over 100 million tests annually, and governments around the world depend on Pearson to manage their high-stakes academic tests. Pearson ensures comprehensive and timely services, including: • AssessmentDelivery• AssessmentScoring• Resultsreportingandanalysis

Pearson strongly encourages the education of teachers and other professionals in the skills needed to develop, score, use and understand assessment results.

All of our training is built around local needs and can be individually customized for our clients.

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Here in the Middle East, testing is at the heart of any good vocational or tertiary offering. First rate testing products ensure learners are placed at an appropriate level, and have their strengths and weaknesses accurately identified. Testing is also essential to ensuring learners are progressing to their next level at the right time.

Placement Testing

Universities across the Middle East have told us one of the key challenges they face is ensuring their first year students have the skills and knowledge required for university study. Universities want to be able to quickly and accurately assess a recent high school graduate’s English language, mathematics, science or other skills. Pearson can offer institutions reliable, safe and simple testing solutions that meet this need.

ACCUPLACER

ACCUPLACER and MyFoundationsLab combines the United States College Board assessment program with Pearson’s proven online intervention solution. The all-in-one diagnostics and intervention product saves time and money for students and their colleges. ACCUPLACER/MyFoundationsLab offers:

• Quick assessment: ACCUPLACER Diagnostics analyzes each student’s academic strengths and weaknesses in detail. Assessments cover reading, writing, arithmetic and algebra. • Effectiveintervention: ACCUPLACER/MyFoundationsLab then generates an individualized Learning Path for each student. Students use tutorials, interactive instruction and practice exercises with instant feedback to gain mastery. • Comprehensivereporting: Students and their schools receive detailed, 24/7 progress reports to monitor progress in real time. • Measurableresults: Students whose academic strengths and weaknesses are diagnosed early and get help to bridge the gaps are much more likely to attain their qualification than those left unprepared. ACCUPLACER/MyFoundationsLab makes this happen, and the post-intervention assessments prove it.

PTE Academic

PTE Academic is a widely accepted and respected academic language test for international students, it is secure, accessible and offers quick results. The PTE Academic advantage:• Valid and reliable – accurately assesses real-life academic English skills. • Accessible – delivered at test centers around the world.• Fast – students typically receive scores within five business days. • Secure – unrivalled biometric security measures ensuring confidence in student identity.• Recognized – accepted by institutions worldwide, including the United Kingdom’s Border Agency for visas and DIAC in Australia for student visa applications.

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Pearson can offer institutions reliable, safe and simple testing solutions.

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HEAL

Successful learning begins with high quality qualifications, and high quality curriculum. Here at Pearson, we have an expert team of curriculum designers that pride themselves on providing institutions across the Middle East with world class curriculum solutions that meet local learning and teaching needs.

Our qualifications cover virtually every discipline, at every level. From K-12 and vocational to university, Pearson has a qualification that can change an individual’s life and help them achieve their dreams.

Curriculum Assessment and Design, Just For You

We have vast experience here in the Middle East, and all around the world, designing and implementing curriculum that transforms institutions and their learners.

We recognize the unique needs of higher education institutions in this region, and the importance of creating bespoke curriculum frameworks and qualifications that fully meet the cultural and educational context.

Pearson has the capability to support this process by providing Subject Matter Experts that produce bespoke curriculum and learning materials through a series of workshops and meetings.

So see what our qualified and experienced curriculum experts can do for you, your institution and its learners. Visit: www.xxx@xxx

Edexcel Qualifications

Through Edexcel, the United Kingdom’s largest provider of academic and vocational qualifications, Pearson can offer an array of qualifications that have been tried and tested by millions of learners in more than 85 countries around the world. From primary school level through to postgraduate courses, all our qualifications offer a modern approach underpinned by quality and credibility resulting from years of global experience. Whatever their ambition or stage in life, we have something to help every learner progress onto the next stage of their learning.

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Academic Qualifications

Our academic qualifications are designed for learners from primary school level through to secondary school. They provide challenging learning experiences while being straightforward to teach and flexible to deliver.

Edexcel International Primary Curriculum (recommended for 8 to 11 years)Designed specifically for international schools, the Edexcel International Primary Curriculum is available for English, Maths and Science. Based on the UK National Curriculum Key Stage 2, it gives learners a well-rounded education while giving teachers an easy-to-implement framework and an easy way to monitor progress.

Edexcel International Lower Secondary Curriculum (recommended for 12 to 14 years)Designed specifically for international schools, the Edexcel International Lower Secondary Curriculum is based on the UK National Curriculum Key Stage 3. It provides excellent preparation for International GCSEs and GCE A levels (or equivalent) through a structured curriculum for English, maths and science.

Edexcel ALAN – Literacy and Numeracy: Levels 1 and 2 (recommended for ages 13+)ALAN qualifications have been designed to test students’ functional abilities in literacy and numeracy. Equivalent to an International GCSE, these stand-alone qualifications help young adults build solid skills for the future – and aid students in their study of other subjects.

Edexcel International GCSE (recommended for 14 to 16 years)Our suite of 39 Edexcel International GCSE subject qualifications is renowned for its learner engagement. Designed to prepare learners for further study, including GCE A levels, BTEC or employment, our globally recognized Edexcel International GCSEs create exciting progression opportunities for learners all around the world.

Edexcel GCSE (recommended for 14 to 16 years)The General Certificate of Secondary Education is usually taken after a two-year period of study. Spanning a range of subjects at both short-course and long-course levels, our Edexcel GCSEs are designed to engage and motivate learners with modern and relevant content developed by experts.

Edexcel GCE AS and A Level (recommended for 16 to 19 years)Our Edexcel GCE (AS and A level) qualifications are designed to provide a broad educational basis for further education or for moving into employment within a specific sector. Studied over two years, these prestigious qualifications are recognized all over the world and provide direct access to university education (particularly in the UK).

Edexcel International Diploma (recommended for 16 to 19 years)The Edexcel International Diploma (ID) is a unique combination of Edexcel academic and BTEC vocational qualifications, creating well rounded students equipped with the key skills, knowledge and behaviors that are needed for success in the 21st century.

For detailed information about any of these programs, please visit www. http://www.edexcel.com/international/qualifications/Pages/Academic-Qualifications.aspx

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Vocational Qualifications

Pearson’s vocational qualifications include the globally renowned BTEC series of qualifications. BTECs are internationally recognized, work-related qualifications suitable for wide ages and abilities. They’re built to accommodate the needs of employers and allow progression to university. BTECs provide a practical, real-world approach to learning without sacrificing any of the essential subject theory.

BTEC qualifications include a wide number of diverse sectors and subject areas including:

• Applied Science

• IT

• Art and Design

• Land-based and Environment

• Business and Services

• Media

• Children and Young People

• Music

• Construction and the Built Environment

• Performing Arts

• Engineering

• Public Services and Uniformed Services

• Hair and Beauty

• Sport

• Health and Social Care

• Training and Education

• Hospitality

• Travel and Tourism

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Some BTEC FAQs:

BTECs can be taken alongside, or in place of, GCSEs and A Levels. They can also form the knowledge component of Foundation Learning or BTEC Apprenticeships. Available across a wide range of industry sectors, BTECs are continually developed and updated to meet the needs of employers and learners.

BTECs are recognized by schools, colleges, universities, employers and professional bodies across the UK and in over 100 countries worldwide. BTECs offer natural progression along a vocational path, to and from academic qualifications and university. BTEC qualifications are developed with key industry representatives and sector skills councils. Many industry and professional bodies offer exemptions to successful BTEC students for their own accredited qualifications.

BTECs come in different levels, from Entry Level (Foundation Learning) right through to professional qualifications at Level 7 (equivalent to postgraduate study).

BTECs also come in different sizes at each level. The smallest size is an Award, the next size is a Certificate and the largest is a Diploma.

Training for our qualification providers – a value added extra

We understand that delivering first-rate qualifications takes time and careful planning, and we pride ourselves on supporting you every step of the way. Our program of training events ensures our centers around the world are equipped with the tools needed to deliver our academic and vocational qualifications with ease.

Our training events for teachers, instructors, exams officers and other center staff are:

• Focused and high quality, to make sure you have the skills and information needed to deliver world-class courses. • Run by qualified teaching, training and assessment experts with years of classroom experience, giving you confidence. • Delivered through a mixture of face-to-face and online events, many of which are free of charge, giving you the flexibility to choose the right option for you.

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Technology has changed the way people do business, travel, communicate and even socialize. Technology has the potential to make learning more efficient and effective. Because of this, we integrate technology into everything we do at Pearson. We use technology to tailor content for students in the classroom, at home, in a park or on a bus. We use it to ensure testing is secure, to offer targeted support to teachers and to make learning as engaging and supportive as possible. Technology also provides the data that gives new understanding and insights to teachers and governments about the progress being made.

Technology is fundamentally changing how teachers teach and learners learn. We are continuously pushing the boundaries with technology developments in learning from K to 12, to university, and beyond.

A personalized learning approach

In classrooms throughout the world, our digital portfolios of products and services are enabling teachers to give each individual student a more personalized learning experience, empowering them to achieve and expectations and provide the infrastructure and processes required to deliver a fully supported, personalized learning agenda for schools and universities.

All of our platform technologies are open, scalable and fully reliable, with tailored service and support options available.

Leading the way with technologyTechnology has the potential to make learning more efficient and effective.

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Fronter

Fronter is a leading, easy to use platform for learning and collaboration. Schools, universities and governments worldwide are selecting Fronter for its user- friendliness, innovation, stability and scalability.

Fronter embeds computer technology into teaching and learning, acting as a learning hub to deliver a more personalized learning experience.

Here in the Middle East, the British School al Khubairat in Abu Dhabi has been using Fronter to explore the possibility of increasing IT in its teaching and learning – with exciting results. This school shows how introducing a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) such as Fronter, is helping meet the educational needs of its children and connecting to the wider school community.

See the full story here

Equella

Equella has revolutionized the way institutions search, manage and create content online. It is a digital repository that provides one system to house all your teaching and learning, research, media and library content.

Equella has been used to store and host copyright resource collections, research, and other materials, allowing users to manage and expose materials through websites and portals, content authoring, workflow, institutional policy and organizational resources.

Equella is currently in use in a wide range of schools, universities, colleges, departments of education, government agencies and corporations worldwide.

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MyLabs and Mastering

Pearson brings all the latest digital technology to the classroom with its powerful, internationally acclaimed MyLabs and Mastering products.

With more than 9 million student registrations globally and 150,000 users in the Middle East in the last year alone, Pearson’s MyLabs and Mastering programs have transformed the learning process for millions of students. These online homework and tutorial programs personalize learning for students and have proven effective in helping colleges and universities improve student performance. MyLabs and Mastering deliver engaging, dynamic online solutions that include customizable content, and highly personalized study paths, responsive learning tools, and real-time evaluation and diagnostics, including:

• Lesson plans: Which can be tied to global curriculum standards such as US Common Core Curriculum, IELTS, AACSB, ABET standards.

• Tutorial Assignments: Smart assignments that provide learning aids to students if and when they need help. These assignments are dynamic and include animations, videos and eBook integration. Assignments are graded and tracked in a gradebook system, and the work can be completed in the classroom, lab, or at home, either online or on paper.

• Classroom presentation materials including: Clicker-Ready PowerPoint decks and Smart Board friendly content.

• Formative assessments: Collections of questions are embedded in instruction, and can be used by teachers to create tests in a variety of content and formats, for example, multiple choice, true or false, essay or performance-based.

• ClassLive Pro: CLP provides the ability to deliver online lectures with an interactive whiteboard, application sharing, live webcam video, breakout rooms, chat, graphing calculator, record and playback tools.

• Interactive eBooks: Available on PC/Mac/iOS/Android environments, these highly engaging eBooks come with embedded video, audio, glossary and animations. An Arabic platform is also available providing resources for native Arabic speakers.

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Knewton

Pearson has partnered with Knewton to bring this adaptive learning technology to the MyLabs and Mastering offering, bringing colleges and universities even more benefits. Knewton’s innovative Adaptive Learning Algorithm turns every student’s journey into a personalized learning path, putting the emphasis on individual strengths and weaknesses.

Knewton’s technology identifies each student’s strengths, weaknesses and unique learning style. Taking into account both personal proficiencies and course requirements, Knewton continuously recommends course materials to meet each student’s exact needs, delivering the most relevant content efficiently and effectively.

Pearson Learning Studio

An enhanced version of the MyLabs and Mastering programs, analytics, and a higher customer support. This allows departments to scale their programs to manage increasingly large numbers of students across multiple sections and courses. Through Learning Studio, universities can automate student enrolment and course creation in addition to other powerful features. Pearson Learning Studio includes a host of assessment and analytic applications that help educators:

• Improve student retention.• Identify at-risk students and manage learning outcomes.• Further develop course and program success. • Develop advance institutional goals and strategies.

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With English widespread in global communications and commerce, people all over the world see learning to speak, read and write English as an essential part of their education. For more than 150 years our English language resources have been helping people learn English. Now we are teaching English in a wider range of settings; in the classroom, online and via new technology applications like mobile phones.

Teaching the English languageEnglish is widespread in global communications and commerce.

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K-12

English language learning and teaching in schools

Pearson has a complete offering of K to 12 support for educating English language learners, and the teachers who work with them.

No matter the subject or age level, Pearson’s engaging and stimulating resources are always research based and use ELL best practices. All of our instructional frameworks incorporate the five basic principles for teaching content to English Language Learners.

Our aim is to support and train teachers to help learners develop their English language skills, and to provide learners with relevant content and a choice of media to support their language leaning aspirations to succeed in today’s global society.

Our award winning resources include:

• DiscoveryIsland• BackPack• NorthStar• MyGulf WorldandMe• Challenges• Choices

We also offer comprehensive dictionaries from Longman, grammar support through My Grammar Lab, apps, and online worlds – offering real choice for young learners and giving them a fully personalized learning path for their English language learning.

English language testing:

We offer a range of tests for English language learners, from primary school right through to the highest levels of tertiary education, including:

Pearson Tests of English (PTE)

PTE Young Learners is designed to be interesting and fun for children and makes a child’s first experience of learning English memorable and motivating.

PTE General is designed to reward positive achievement in English language learning, with six levels linked to the Common European Framework of references for Languages (CEFL).

PTE Academic is an academic English language test, recognized around the world, enabling students to progress in international education or employment.

All of these tests are secure, accessible and offer quick results.

Versant Language Tests ™

Pearson’s Versant language tests are completely automated tests of spoken and written languages. Using the patented Ordinate speech processing technology and Knowledge Analysis Technologies TM text engine, Versant tests can be taken on a telephone or a computer, and scores are available online within minutes.

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We are proud that here in the Middle East our solutions have helped support educational reform in a variety of ways, including:

• Pearson’s Education Performance Management System has transformed the way teachers, principals and head teachers assess their individual, school and district performance across Jordan. Rolled out to over 700 schools by 2008, the program is now embedded in the Jordanian education system.

• In Abu Dhabi, Pearson’s eSIS (student information system) has improved the availability, accuracy and usability of student information across all public schools.

• From helping individual schools understand whether children have exceptional behaviours, to providing end-to-end solutions for high stakes testing, our assessment business has wide and significant capability. For example, Pearson delivers the external measurement of student achievement test (EMSA) from grade 3 through 12 for the Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC).

• Across virtually every Ministry in the Arab world, Pearson publishes relevant Arabic materials in print and online, designed to meet the curriculum needs of both private and public schools.

Pearson has wide ranging experience in working closely with governments and ministries across the globe.

Working with Ministries and Government

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