Testing A definition of a “language test” is a tool for measuring language performance in learners (Bachman, L., and Palmer, A. 1997)

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Testing A definition of a “language test” is a tool for measuring language performance in learners (Bachman, L., and Palmer, A. 1997)

The Principles Towards Creating Intrinsically Motivating Tests The principle of giving students advance preparation The principle of face validity The principle of authenticity The principle of "washback“

Some Practical Steps to Test Construction Test toward clear, unambiguous objectives Draft your test. Revise your test. Utilize your feedback after administering the test. Work for washback.

Types of Tests and Testing Generally we distinguish the following categories of tests: Progress test/achievement test Proficiency test Diagnostic tests Placement tests

Testing Communicative Skills Testing speaking skills Testing listening skills Testing reading skills Testing writing skills

Testing Techniques Gap-fill Cloze Multiple choice Matching (pictures, words, sentence pieces, labels, etc.) Sentence transformation Sentence construction and reconstruction Two-option answers Information transfer Ordering tasks (sequencing) Editing

Testing Language Means Testing Grammar Testing Vocabulary Testing Phonology

Advantages of Good Testing Tests can increase motivation as they serve as milestones of student progress. Tests can spur learners to set goals for themselves, both before and after a test. Tests can aid the retention of information through the feedback they give on learners' competence. Tests can provide a sense of periodic closure to various units and modules curriculum. Tests can encourage students' self-evaluation of their progress. Tests can promote student autonomy as they confirm areas of strength and areas needing further work. Tests can aid in evaluating teaching effectiveness.