Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 102475

Coordinator Julie Lim Opens in new window

Description This subject introduces students to fields of language assessment and testing in teaching English as a foreign/second language. It provides students with some insight into the key language components for assessment, assessment design and development. It also equips students with updated knowledge about different assessment approaches which impact on the teaching and learning of English as a foreign/second language in local and global contexts.

School Humanities & Comm Arts

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 1 10cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

1. demonstrate understanding of key terms in language assessment and testing
2. identify and discuss various issues in language skills assessment and testing
3. use different and appropriate techniques and methods in language assessment and testing
4. design and develop valid and reliable language skills tests
5. demonstrate understanding of language assessment feedback and improve testing methods
6. apply language assessment and skills testing in specific educational contexts

Subject Content

Purposes of language assessment and testing
Properties of language assessment (validity and reliability)
Current second language proficiency assessment and issues
Methods for language assessment and skills testing with reference to learner profiling and curriculum design
Language assessment and test design and development with consideration of diverse education systems
Development of valid and reliable international standardised tests
Language assessment feedback and analysis for improving teaching and learning outcomes