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Peer reviewedSchulz, Renate A. – Modern Language Journal, 1977
This study inquired into the effect of testing on foreign language learning. The main question was: Do tests of communicative proficiency, when administered in lieu of currently prevailing discrete-point item tests, further the student's spontaneous communicative ability? Discussion of results indicates uses for both types of tests. (CHK)
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Language Ability, Language Instruction, Language Tests
Peer reviewedHirvonen, P. A. – System, 1977
Defends the use of multiple-choice language tests against Pickering's criticism in a previous issue of this journal. (CHK)
Descriptors: Aptitude Tests, Language Instruction, Language Tests, Multiple Choice Tests
Download full textCenter for Applied Linguistics, Arlington, VA. – 1975
This three-part paper consists of: (1) an annotated bibliography of tests for English as a Second Language and for learning ability, (2) a bibliography about second language testing, and (3) a list of ten principles for test construction and administration for those who wish to write their own tests. The bibliographies are not exhaustive, but the…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Bibliographies, Cambodian, Cognitive Tests
