This month we are highlighting this post by Sean McDonald of telc Language Tests. Here he explains why not all tests are created equal.
Defining a language test
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‘I don’t understand!’ Ask the right questions to produce the right answer.
Placement testing: What does it mean?
What is the difference between ‘accuracy’ and ‘reliability’? Learn ten key phrases in testing terminology.
Expert tips for IELTS Listening
The tips, tricks and distractions you need to look out for for a high score.
Pronunciation at university: A case study
This study details how Ningbo University married textbook instruction of English pronunciation with digital resources. Here is how they did it.
Do you know you’re being tested?
Andrew Stokes asks whether students should be tested via their mobiles — and whether they should even know they are being assessed.
Putting a test “to the test” — how to make it valid and reliable
Andrew Stokes looks at what goes on behind the scenes to ensure that a test is both fair and accurate.
Teaching to the test or teaching to the construct? How the CEFR supports teaching, testing and learning
In this interview, Adrian Raper talks to Richard Spiby from the British Council on CEFR and the importance of teaching to the test construct.
‘Your test isn’t accurate!’ — A test designer responds
Your student took a placement test. The result was B2. You believe he is B1. What went wrong?
Getting test takers started with the Dynamic Placement Test
Subramoni Iyer describes how his experience with students and teachers in Syria led to localised test instructions and a pre-test video.
“Don’t laugh at me!” Understanding students’ attitudes to pronunciation
Teachers and students have conflicting goals when it comes to English pronunciation and accents. This post outlines the two perspectives and a possible solution to the problem.
Inclusivity in placement testing: Adapting to special needs
Katie Stokes looks at how test creators are failing to take advantage of the opportunities that technology offers in testing — and the consequences this has for students with special needs.
eLearning: Five thought-provoking findings
Katie Stokes looks at five thought-provoking findings about eLearning and suggests what we might learn and take forward in the coming year.
Clarity and SCORM: Five FAQs
In this post, Lucas Gade takes a closer look at the SCORM integration process while giving answers to five FAQs.
Speak clearly, with confidence: a review of the new Clear Pronunciation
The new Clear Pronunciation has arrived with a brand new interface, enriched content, and accents from around the world.
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