The Literacy and Second Language Learning for the Linguistic Integration of Adult Migrants (LASLLIAM) reference guide is linked to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. It provides Can-do descriptors at levels below and up to A1 and extensive recommendations on how to use these to encourage/assist learner emancipation and learner development.

With this guide, the authoring group intends to contribute to enhancing language-learning opportunities for non- and low-literate adult migrants by supporting their language educators in designing, implementing, evaluating and improving curricula and teaching materials tailored toward the specific needs of the learners.

At its launch in Strasbourg, the Council of Europe Department of Education presented the reference guide to the public:

• International keynote speakers shed light on the action-oriented LASLLIAM approach in the context of international research and approaches to L2 literacy.

• The authoring group provided insights on LASLLIAM’s development and validation, and offer hands-on workshops for conference participants on-site and on-line.

• Pilot projects from four different countries reported on their experience of using LASLLIAM in specific languages and regional/national contexts.

• A roundtable addressed policy issues concerning plurilingual literacy development and assessment in the field of literacy programmes for adult migrants.