Computer-Assisted Language Testing: Is It Profitable?.

Larson, Jerry W.

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Publication Date: 1987

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Computer-Assisted Language Testing: Is It Profitable?

Larson, Jerry W.

ADFL Bulletin, v18 n2 p20-24 Jan 1987

Describes advantages and disadvantages of computer-assisted foreign language testing, including unique capabilities of the computer, types of tests possible, limitations, problems, and language skill testing. The Spanish Computer Adaptive Placement Examination, developed at Brigham Young University (Utah), is described. (CB)

Descriptors: College Second Language Programs, Computer Assisted Testing, Higher Education, Item Banks, Language Proficiency, Language Skills, Language Tests, Screening Tests, Second Language Learning, Spanish, Test Format, Testing Problems, Testing Programs

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