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PRINCIPLES OF LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT - Coggle Diagram
PRINCIPLES OF LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT
Validity
Criterion-related evidence
Concurrent vaidity
Predicitive validity
Construct-related evidence
A theory, hypothesis or model
For try to explain observed phenomena in our universe or perception
Content-related evidence (content validity)
Direct testing
Indirect testing
Consequential validity
Including such considerations as its accuracy in measuring intented a criteria
The social consequences of a test´s interpretation and use
Its impact on the preparation of test-takers
Face Validity
A test that is clearly doable within the allotted time limit,
iIems that are clear and uncomplicated
-A well.constructed, expected format with familiar tasks,
Directions that are crystal clear
Tasks that relate to their course work (content validity)
A difficulty level that presents a reasonable challenge
Reliability
Rater reliability
When two or more scorers yield
inconsistent scores of the same test.
Is a common occurrence for classroom teachers for:
Bias toward particular “good” and “bad” students
Or simple carelessness.
Fatigue
Unclear scoring criterio
Test administration reliability
Variations in room temperature
Amount of light in different parts of the room.
Photocopying
Conditions in desks and chairs.
Outside noise
Student related reliability
Other physical or psychological factors
Anxiety 😫
Bad day 😔
Fatigue
Test reliability
:warning:If a test is too long, test-takers may become fatigued by the time they reach the later items and hastly respond incorrectly. Timed ⏱ tests may discriminate against students who do not perform well on a test with a time limit.
Practicality
An effective test
-Has a scoring/evaluation procedure that is specific and time-efficient.
-Stays within appropiate time constraints,
-Is relatively easy to administer, and,
-Is not excessively expensive,
Washback
The effect of testing on teaching and learning.
The effects the tests have on instruction in terms of how students prepare for the test.
Are the test procedures practical?
Is the test reliable?
To comment generously and specifically on test performance.
Formative tests
Authenticity
The deegre of correspondence of the characteristics of a given language test task to the features of a target language task