Understanding Language Testing (Paperback)

Dan Douglas

ISBN 10: 0340983434 / ISBN 13: 9780340983430

Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd, London, 2009

Paperback. Understanding Language Testing presents an introduction to language tests and the process of test development that starts at the very beginning. Assuming no knowledge of the field, the book promotes a practical understanding of language testing using examples from a variety of languages. While grounded on solid theoretical principles, the book focuses on fostering a true understanding of the various uses of language tests and the process of test development, scoring test performance, analyzing and interpreting test results, and above all, using tests as ethically and fairly as possible so that test takers are given every opportunity to do their best, to learn as much as possible, and feel positive about their language learning. Each chapter includes a summary, suggestions for further reading, and exercises. As such this is the ideal book for both beginning students of linguistics and language education, or anyone in a related discipline looking for a first introduction to language testing. Assuming no knowledge of the field, this book promotes a practical understanding of language testing using examples from a variety of languages. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780340983430

Synopsis:

Understanding Language Testing presents an introduction to language tests and the process of test development that starts at the very beginning. Assuming no knowledge of the field, the book promotes a practical understanding of language testing using examples from a variety of languages.
While grounded on solid theoretical principles, the book focuses on fostering a true understanding of the various uses of language tests and the process of test development, scoring test performance, analyzing and interpreting test results, and above all, using tests as ethically and fairly as possible so that test takers are given every opportunity to do their best, to learn as much as possible, and feel positive about their language learning.
Each chapter includes a summary, suggestions for further reading, and exercises. As such this is the ideal book for both beginning students of linguistics and language education, or anyone in a related discipline looking for a first introduction to language testing.

About the Author: Dan Fouglas is Professor of TESL and Applied Linguistics, Iowa State University, USA.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Understanding Language Testing (Paperback)
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, London
Publication Date: 2009
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new
Edition: 1st Edition