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Direct linkNishizawa, Hitoshi – Language Testing, 2023
In this study, I investigate the construct validity and fairness pertaining to the use of a variety of Englishes in listening test input. I obtained data from a post-entry English language placement test administered at a public university in the United States. In addition to expectedly familiar American English, the test features Hawai'i,…
Descriptors: Construct Validity, Listening Comprehension Tests, Language Tests, English (Second Language)
