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Introduction to course,basic concepts, principles and constructs of classroom-based assessment;validity, reliability, practicality and backwash effect, etc
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Basic concepts, principles and constructs of classroom-based assessment;validity, reliability, practicality and backwash effect, etc
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Various types of tests in ELT (e.g.: proficiency, placement, diagnostic, achievement and aptitude tests, direct vs. indirect testing, discrete point vs. integrative testing, norm referenced vs. criterion referenced testing, objective testing vs. subjective testing, communicative language testing).
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Various types of tests in ELT (e.g.: proficiency, placement, diagnostic, achievement and aptitude tests, direct vs. indirect testing, discrete point vs. integrative testing, norm referenced vs. criterion referenced testing, objective testing vs. subjective testing, communicative language testing).
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Basic principles of preparing tests in ELT
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6 |
Testing listening/watching (pronunciation and dictation)
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7 |
Testing reading (translation)
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Midterm Examination
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Testing speaking
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Testing writing and Portfolio assessment and evaluation
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Testing grammar and vocabulary
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Testing for young learners
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Alternative Assessment Types in ELT
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Grading and Student Evaluation; Score analysis and evaluation.
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