What is a Calp?
Career: Calp
Calps, often spelled as CALP, is an acronym for Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency. It refers to the level of language proficiency required to understand and discuss content in an academic setting, such as in schools or universities. CALP is contrasted with BICS (Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills), which are everyday conversational skills. Educators and language specialists use the concept of CALP to help English language learners develop the advanced language skills necessary for academic success.