1. STANAG 6001 LANGUAGE TESTING CONFERENCE 2013
SG 2: Wash back in the term that is used when students and teachers do things they would not necessary otherwise do because of the test

2. Leaders R. Embree & L. Ianovici-Pascal
Participants
Austria
Azerbaijan
Bosnia-Herzegovina
Georgia
Moldova

3. Tasks Review of Washback Discussion of national instances
Positive vs. Negative
Teachers, Students, & Administrators
Discussion of national instances
Suggestions for ways to:
Reduce negative
Enhance positive

4. Outcomes Teacher/Testers Teaching to the test ESP Terminology in test
(in)dependence
Action plan
Teaching to the test
Achievement assessment separate from proficiency assessment
ESP Terminology in test
Target audience & face validity
Still general proficiency IAW STANAG 6001
Testing frequency
Published schedule well in advance
Chain of command support to limit ad hoc
Student motivation
Career progression plan with higher proficiency goals
Proficiency pay tied to language skills (budget allowing)

5. Questions? Comments. Thank you.