Download presentation
Presentation is loading. Please wait.
Published byJasmin Strickland Modified over 9 years ago
1
Winda 69100070
2
Needs analysis Goals and objectives Testing Curriculum design
3
Four fundamental decisions in making tests : 1.Proficiency 2.Placement 3.Achievement 4.Diagnostic
4
- To measure general knowldege, overall language ability - can be used to compare regional branches of a particular language program - are not designed to measure specific types of language teaching and learning - Is necessary to determine exit and entrance standards for a curriculum Example : TOEFL test, TOEIC test, IELTS test
5
Are designed to group students of similar ability levels in the same class Example : placement test Achievement Achievement Are designed to directly linked to the program goals and objectives - the information gained can be used in reexamining the needs analysis, in selecting materials, teaching strategies and in evaluating program effectiveness -Example : monthly test
6
To obtain detailed information about students’ strength and weakness. Are administered at the beginning or in the middle of course Example : Arithmetic test about addition and subtraction
7
Norm-Referenced measure general language abilities or proficiencies Spread students out along proficiencies Normal distribution A few long subtests Students have no idea what types of questions to expect Criterion-Referenced Measure specific points based on course objectives Asses material known by student Students can all score 100 if they know the material Short, each testing one objective Students know exactly what to expect on test
8
Adopt, develop, or adapt ? Table 4.2 Matching tests to decision purposes (page 118) Adopt : tests are adopted from other language programs or taken straight from the current textbook Develop : develop test that suits with the program Adapt : if preexisting test that works fairly well, but not perfectly can be adapted to the specific testing needs of a particular program.
9
Table 4.3 Test Evaluation Checklist Table 4.4 A Checklist for successful Testing
10
Testing in English Language Institute Procedures to ensure that students are working at the level that most benefit all parties concerned : 1. Initial screening procedure s (TOEFL 500-599) 2. Placement procedures - discrete-point (it tests the discrete bits and pieces of language) - integrative (integrate and use variety of different language skills) 3. First-week assessment procedures 4. Criterion-referenced diagnostic and Achievement Procedures
11
Incorrect decisions can cost a student a great deal in the form of extra tuition paid or unnecessary time spent. Why do we need to make the correct test?
Similar presentations
© 2025 SlidePlayer.com. Inc.
All rights reserved.