Classroom-based evaluation in second language education
Genesee, Fred. ;
Classroom-based evaluation in second language education - Cambridge [England] ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 1996. - xiii, 268 p. : illustrations ;
Included Index.
1. Introduction to evaluation --
2. The context of second language evaluation --
3. A framework for evaluation --
4. Collecting information --
5. Observation in the classroom --
6. Portfolios and conferences --
7. Journals, questionnaires, and interviews --
8. Testing --
9. Objectives-referenced testing --
10. Choosing and devising test tasks --
11. Assembling and scoring tests --
12. Interpreting test scores --
13. Standardized tests --
14. Summary and integration.
"Classroom-based Evaluation in Second Language Education has been written to help foreign and second language educators in planning and carrying out effective and comprehensive evaluations in their classrooms. The book emphasizes the value of classroom-based assessment as a tool for improving both teaching and learning. The presentation is non-technical and does not require a specialized background in psychometrics, statistics, or research. The suggested assessment procedures are useful for a broad range of proficiency levels, teaching situations, and instructional approaches. Preview questions and follow-up activities assist the reader in applying the material discussed in each chapter."--Jacket.
0521562090 9780521562096 0521566819 (pbk.) 9780521566810
Language and languages
Language and languages -- Ability testing.
Language and languages -- Examinations.
428.0076 / GEN
Classroom-based evaluation in second language education - Cambridge [England] ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 1996. - xiii, 268 p. : illustrations ;
Included Index.
1. Introduction to evaluation --
2. The context of second language evaluation --
3. A framework for evaluation --
4. Collecting information --
5. Observation in the classroom --
6. Portfolios and conferences --
7. Journals, questionnaires, and interviews --
8. Testing --
9. Objectives-referenced testing --
10. Choosing and devising test tasks --
11. Assembling and scoring tests --
12. Interpreting test scores --
13. Standardized tests --
14. Summary and integration.
"Classroom-based Evaluation in Second Language Education has been written to help foreign and second language educators in planning and carrying out effective and comprehensive evaluations in their classrooms. The book emphasizes the value of classroom-based assessment as a tool for improving both teaching and learning. The presentation is non-technical and does not require a specialized background in psychometrics, statistics, or research. The suggested assessment procedures are useful for a broad range of proficiency levels, teaching situations, and instructional approaches. Preview questions and follow-up activities assist the reader in applying the material discussed in each chapter."--Jacket.
0521562090 9780521562096 0521566819 (pbk.) 9780521566810
Language and languages
Language and languages -- Ability testing.
Language and languages -- Examinations.
428.0076 / GEN