Testing Second Language Speaking (Applied Linguistics and Language Study)
Language: English
Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2003
Series: Book 33 of 42 - Applied Linguistics and Language Study
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This title brings together in one volume a comprehensive account and critical analysis of testing second language speaking. It contains a wealth of examples including task types that are commonly used in speaking tests, approaches to researching speaking tests, and specific methodologies that teachers, students and test developers may use in their own projects. Annotated examples are presented to enhance understanding of practical testing projects. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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- Title
- Testing Second Language Speaking (Applied Linguistics and Language Study)
- Author
- Glenn Fulcher
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom, London
- Publication year
- 2003
- Condition
- Very Good
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0582472709
- ISBN 13
- 9780582472709
- Item weight
- 481 grams
- Dimensions
- 238.0 x 157.0
- Series
- Book 33 of 42: Applied Linguistics and Language Study
The testing and assessment of second language learners is an essential part of the language learning process. Glenn Fulcher's Testing Second Language Speaking is a state-of-the-art volume that considers the assessment of speaking from historical, theoretical and practical perspectives.
The book offers the first systematic, comprehensive and up-to-date treatment of the testing of second language speaking. Written in a clear and accessible manner, it covers:
- Explanations of the process of test design
- Costing test design projects
- How to put the test into practice
- Evaluation of speaking tests
- Task types for testing speaking
- Testing learners with disabilities
It also contains a wealth of examples, including task types that are commonly used in speaking tests, approaches to researching speaking tests and specific methodologies that teachers, students and test developers may use in their own projects.
Successfully integrating practice and theory, this book demystifies the process of testing speaking and provides a thorough treatment of the key ethical and technical issues in speaking evaluation.
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About the Author
Glenn Fulcher is Director, Centre for Applied Language Studies, University of Dundee
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