Assessing Language Ability in the Classroom

Cohen Andrew D.

ISBN 10: 0838442625 / ISBN 13: 9780838442623

Published by Thomson Learning, 1994

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pp. 400. Seller Inventory # 184483543

Bibliographic Details

Title: Assessing Language Ability in the Classroom

Publisher: Thomson Learning

Publication Date: 1994

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: New

Edition: 2nd Edition

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Synopsis:

This second edition presents various principles for guiding teachers through the assessment process (dictation, cloze summary, oral interview, role plays, portfolio assessment techniques).

Review:

1. Introduction 2. Key Questions in Language Assessment 3. The Assessment Instrument, the Respondent, and the Assessment Process 4. Scoring and Evaluating the Assessment Instrument 5. The Process of Responding to an Assessment Instrument 6. Preparing an Assessment Instrument 7. Assessing Reading Comprehension 8. Assessing Listening and Speaking 9. Assessing Written Expression 10. Taking Stock