This book marks ten years of language test development and language testing research in Austria. Part I describes the development of large-scale tests at all levels of the educational system. The docu
Since the early days of performance assessment, human ratings have been subject to various forms of error and bias. Expert raters often come up with different ratings for the very same performance and
Liontou presents students, academics, researchers, and practitioners with an investigation of a range of linguistic features that characterize texts used at the independent user and proficient user le
The 16 papers are from a June 2011 international language testing and assessment conference held at the University of Cyprus in memory of stalwart Pavlou, who had died of cancer the year before. They
Translation and interpretation professionals explore testing, measuring, and assessing the quality of work in the field, particularly when leading to authorization, accreditation, registration, and ce
"Black and William's (1998) influential article 'Inside the Black Box' prompted an increasing interest in assessment processes within the classroom. However, to date most of this research has been don
Given the linguistically diverse nature of academic institutions in English-speaking contexts, a strong rationale exists for the incorporation of L2 accents of English in academic listening assessment
This book explores the development of C-tests for providing efficient measures of foreign language proficiency in eight different languages: Arabic, Bangla, Japanese, Korean, Turkish, French, Portugue
This book presents a unique inter-university scale development project, with a focus on the validation of two new rating scales for the assessment of academic presentations and interactions. The use o
The book introduces the reader to an argument-based approach to validity as a way to improve test validation in Second Language Acquisition (SLA) research. Motivated by the need for practical suggesti
She wants to put an end to the TestingIn a scarred and brutal future, The United Commonwealth teeters on the brink of all-out civil war. The rebel resistance plots against a government that rules with
In the series debut The Testing, sixteen-year-old Cia Vale was chosen by the United Commonwealth government as one of the best and brightest graduates of all the colonies . . . a promising leader in t
"The United Commonwealth wants to eliminate the rebel alliance fighting to destroy The Testing for good. Cia is ready to lead the charge, but will her lethal classmates follow her into battle?"--
Now a freshman at the University in Tosu City with her hometown sweetheart, Tomas, Cia Vale attempts to expose the ugly truth behind the government's grueling and deadly Testing put her and her loved
Sixteen-year-old Malencia (Cia) Vale is chosen to participate in The Testing to attend the University; however, Cia is fearful when she figures out her friends who do not pass The Testing are disappea
Numerical psychometric tests, often used as part of an employer's selection procedure, represent a considerable challenge to many candidates. How to Pass Advanced Numeracy Tests provides a wealth of
Candidates are increasingly likely to face psychometric tests as part of selection and assessment procedures. Numerical tests are amongst the most common forms of assessment, and many people find them
Testing expert Mike Bryon addresses the rising demand for more difficult test preparation material, aiming this book at applicants for graduate or managerial jobs. Offering score improving practice fo
Psychometric tests are used in recruitment and staff development programs, and they can provide employers with information on personality and ability. This book provides practice exercises that are re
Numerical reasoning and data interpretation tests are routinely used in recruitment procedures. These tests represent a considerable challenge for many candidates, and the prospect of facing them can
Employers want to fill their top management posts with candidates of the highest caliber and their recruitment procedures often include a range of psychometric, or aptitude, tests. How to Pass Graduat
Challenge the TOEIC Test provides valuable test practice. The series offers students an opportunity to raise their general English ability while learning important test-taking skills such as time mana
Challenge the TOEIC Test provides valuable test practice. The series offers students an opportunity to raise their general English ability while learning important test-taking skills such as time mana
