"Question Mark" for Today's Language Classes.

Smalley, Alan

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Publication Date: 1996

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"Question Mark" for Today's Language Classes.

Smalley, Alan

Language Learning Journal, n14 p70-74 Sep 1996

Analyzes the computer program, "Question Mark," produced in England and designed to be a testing tool for large second-language classes. Using this tool, it is possible to create and edit up to 500 questions using any one of 8 different question types. The program also can provide a running score for students using it. Notes that student and teacher feedback is positive. (CK)

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Software, Dutch, Editing, English, Feedback, Foreign Countries, French, German, Grammar, Italian, Models, Scoring, Second Language Learning, Spanish, Student Reaction, Teacher Response, Uncommonly Taught Languages

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom (England)

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