Understanding Language Testing

Most scholars consider the birth of modern language testing as a field of study to be the year 1961 with the publication of Robert Lado’s book Language Testing and John Carroll’s chapter ‘Fundamental

Despite persistent assertions of washback (the influence of testing on teaching and learning) limited research studies have been undertaken on the subject. Even fewer studies have made use of quantita

Verbal protocol analysis (VPA) is a methodology that is being used extensively by researchers. Recently, individuals working in the area of testing, and in language testing in particular, have begun t

Drawing on actual classroom transcripts from a range of instructional settings, this text constructs a conceptual framework through which second language teachers can recognize patterns of classroom c

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Demand is steadily growing for language tests with a specialized focus which will suit the needs of key professional domains as diverse as business, law, the airline industry, and teacher education. T

This highly-readable book brings together theory and practice, giving you a better understanding of why and how technology can enhance language learning. It helps you become more familiar with technol

"This collection of original articles provides language teachers with a theoretical background of key issues associated with language testing as well as practical advice on how to improve the effectiv

An invaluable resource helping teachers at all levels of experience to develop their understanding of English grammar. Grammar for English Language Teachers is designed to help practising and trainee

The spread of English as the international lingua franca (ELF), like other aspects of globalization, calls for a reconsideration of conventional ways of thinking. As the language is taken over and put

This book examines the field of educational psychology and considers various ways in which a deeper understanding of this discipline can help language teachers. The first part of the book presents an

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This compact, user-friendly book provides practical tips to help you address the challenges of the teenage classroom. This compact, user-friendly book draws on Herbert Puchta's rich knowledge and experience to help you address the challenges of the teenage classroom. It references recent research and developments in understanding teenagers and offers practical tips for creating positive classroom dynamics and guiding teenagers towards becoming mature and responsible adults.

With a skills-based approach and an international focus, this coursebook with audio CDs promotes a deeper understanding of the Mandarin language and culture. Engaging texts, images and audio enhance t

Innovative activities for Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) teachers and trainee teachers.CLIL Activities is organised into five chapters: Activating, Guiding understanding, Focus on lan

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Top Grammar Series IntroTop Grammar is a six-level grammar series designed for early beginner to intermediate English learners. The series provides a clear and systematic approach to grammar learning, helping learners build a strong foundation and gradually develop more advanced language skills.With easy-to-follow explanations, visual learning support, and carefully structured practice, Top Grammar supports both classroom instruction and independent study. The series is suitable for use as a main textbook or as supplementary material in after-school programs, private institutes, and general English classrooms. By completing the series, learners gain a solid understanding of essential grammar and improve their accuracy and confidence in English communication.Key FeaturesGradual Sentence Production TasksActivities build from controlled practice to guided writing, supporting step-by-step sentence formation. Practice tasks progress in complexity to reinforce understanding and improve accur

Top Grammar Series IntroTop Grammar is a six-level grammar series designed for early beginner to intermediate English learners. The series provides a clear and systematic approach to grammar learning, helping learners build a strong foundation and gradually develop more advanced language skills.With easy-to-follow explanations, visual learning support, and carefully structured practice, Top Grammar supports both classroom instruction and independent study. The series is suitable for use as a main textbook or as supplementary material in after-school programs, private institutes, and general English classrooms. By completing the series, learners gain a solid understanding of essential grammar and improve their accuracy and confidence in English communication.Key FeaturesGradual Sentence Production TasksActivities build from controlled practice to guided writing, supporting step-by-step sentence formation. Practice tasks progress in complexity to reinforce understanding and improve accur

Top Grammar Series IntroTop Grammar is a six-level grammar series designed for early beginner to intermediate English learners. The series provides a clear and systematic approach to grammar learning, helping learners build a strong foundation and gradually develop more advanced language skills.With easy-to-follow explanations, visual learning support, and carefully structured practice, Top Grammar supports both classroom instruction and independent study. The series is suitable for use as a main textbook or as supplementary material in after-school programs, private institutes, and general English classrooms. By completing the series, learners gain a solid understanding of essential grammar and improve their accuracy and confidence in English communication.Key FeaturesGradual Sentence Production TasksActivities build from controlled practice to guided writing, supporting step-by-step sentence formation. Practice tasks progress in complexity to reinforce understanding and improve accur

Top Grammar Series IntroTop Grammar is a six-level grammar series designed for early beginner to intermediate English learners. The series provides a clear and systematic approach to grammar learning, helping learners build a strong foundation and gradually develop more advanced language skills.With easy-to-follow explanations, visual learning support, and carefully structured practice, Top Grammar supports both classroom instruction and independent study. The series is suitable for use as a main textbook or as supplementary material in after-school programs, private institutes, and general English classrooms. By completing the series, learners gain a solid understanding of essential grammar and improve their accuracy and confidence in English communication.Key FeaturesGradual Sentence Production TasksActivities build from controlled practice to guided writing, supporting step-by-step sentence formation. Practice tasks progress in complexity to reinforce understanding and improve accur

Top Grammar Series IntroTop Grammar is a six-level grammar series designed for early beginner to intermediate English learners. The series provides a clear and systematic approach to grammar learning, helping learners build a strong foundation and gradually develop more advanced language skills.With easy-to-follow explanations, visual learning support, and carefully structured practice, Top Grammar supports both classroom instruction and independent study. The series is suitable for use as a main textbook or as supplementary material in after-school programs, private institutes, and general English classrooms. By completing the series, learners gain a solid understanding of essential grammar and improve their accuracy and confidence in English communication.Key FeaturesGradual Sentence Production TasksActivities build from controlled practice to guided writing, supporting step-by-step sentence formation. Practice tasks progress in complexity to reinforce understanding and improve accur

Top Grammar Series IntroTop Grammar is a six-level grammar series designed for early beginner to intermediate English learners. The series provides a clear and systematic approach to grammar learning, helping learners build a strong foundation and gradually develop more advanced language skills.With easy-to-follow explanations, visual learning support, and carefully structured practice, Top Grammar supports both classroom instruction and independent study. The series is suitable for use as a main textbook or as supplementary material in after-school programs, private institutes, and general English classrooms. By completing the series, learners gain a solid understanding of essential grammar and improve their accuracy and confidence in English communication.Key FeaturesGradual Sentence Production TasksActivities build from controlled practice to guided writing, supporting step-by-step sentence formation. Practice tasks progress in complexity to reinforce understanding and improve accur

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Book DetailsReading Gate 200 is a three-book series designed to provide guided reading practice for intermediate-level readers. The series features a carefully selected mix of fiction and non-fiction texts that will captivate students' attention. The goal of the series is to foster a love of reading while enhancing vocabulary, reading skills, reading fluency, and comprehension. Students who complete the Reading Gate 201 series will greatly improve their reading skills, preparing them for both academic study and personal enjoyment.FeaturesOriginal stories and informative texts developed around interesting reading topicsThought-provoking questions to introduce each unit topicColorful, captivating illustrations and photographs to aid in understandingHigh-frequency words and review words to promote reading competencySkill building activities to develop understanding of the different purposes and aspects of reading passagesReading comprehension activities to build language proficiencyPracti

Book DetailsReading Gate 200 is a three-book series designed to provide guided reading practice for intermediate-level readers. The series features a carefully selected mix of fiction and non-fiction texts that will captivate students' attention. The goal of the series is to foster a love of reading while enhancing vocabulary, reading skills, reading fluency, and comprehension. Students who complete the Reading Gate 202 series will greatly improve their reading skills, preparing them for both academic study and personal enjoyment.FeaturesOriginal stories and informative texts developed around interesting reading topicsThought-provoking questions to introduce each unit topicColorful, captivating illustrations and photographs to aid in understandingHigh-frequency words and review words to promote reading competencySkill building activities to develop understanding of the different purposes and aspects of reading passagesReading comprehension activities to build language proficiencyPracti

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Smart Writers is a three-book series designed to develop the writing skills of English language learners at the low intermediate level of English (CEFR A2). Throughout the series, students learn how to organize their thoughts, explore a variety of writing topics within each unit's theme, and practice paragraph development. The series also reinforces students' understanding of useful grammatical structures through activities modeling writing ideas related to each unit's theme. Students who complete this series will develop stronger writing skills and gain confidence in their ability to compose paragraphs and essays related to personal experiences or opinions.FeaturesWide variety of engaging writing topics including school, daily life, hobbies and interests, hopes for the future, giving advice, etc.Practical exercises and activities allowing students to organize and prepare their own passagesMultiple sample passages providing ideas to spark students' creative thinkingGraphic organizers t

Smart Writers is a three-book series designed to develop the writing skills of English language learners at the low intermediate level of English (CEFR A2). Throughout the series, students learn how to organize their thoughts, explore a variety of writing topics within each unit's theme, and practice paragraph development. The series also reinforces students' understanding of useful grammatical structures through activities modeling writing ideas related to each unit's theme. Students who complete this series will develop stronger writing skills and gain confidence in their ability to compose paragraphs and essays related to personal experiences or opinions.FeaturesWide variety of engaging writing topics including school, daily life, hobbies and interests, hopes for the future, giving advice, etc.Practical exercises and activities allowing students to organize and prepare their own passagesMultiple sample passages providing ideas to spark students' creative thinkingGraphic organizers t