OPTANIUM is currently collaborating with an education provider on a groundbreaking AI-powered system to assess German language proficiency for international professionals aiming to work in Germany. The issue: Many applicants present outdated certificates (e.g., B1 from Goethe-Institute), but their actual skills may have declined due to lack of use.
The challenge:
Employers rely on stated skill levels, yet after months without practice, applicants may only retain basic vocabulary or grammar. This creates potential communication issues in professional environments.
The solution:
With OPTANIUM’s expertise, an automated and intelligent assessment tool is being developed. It creates personalised tests based on applicants’ background and language history.
Why is this system a game changer?
- AI-generated questions: From simple A1-level scenarios like introducing oneself to B2-level business questions, customised to the applicant’s profile.
- Multiple formats: Written answers, listening comprehension (via text-to-speech), and spoken responses – all analysed by AI.
- Real-world accuracy: The tool detects discrepancies (e.g., strong listening but weak reading skills), giving employers a clearer picture of actual ability.
- No more manual evaluation: Forget static questionnaires – this solution offers dynamic, individualised testing with real-time results.
This revolutionary project shows how AI can transform routine processes, making them smarter, more efficient, and much more reliable. With tailored playbooks and intelligent assessment flows, OPTANIUM is proud to support fair and realistic evaluations of language skills – a vital step in addressing Germany’s skilled labour shortage.
