What are the two main contexts for language assessment?

• Academic Setting and Professional Setting

• Educational Setting and Personal Setting

• Formal Setting and Informal Setting

• Public Setting and Private Setting

What is the role of language assessment in promoting language learning outcomes?

• Provides feedback and guides learning process

• Develops range of assessment methods and focuses on reading

• Monitors improvement and sets goals

• Enhances communication and promotes self-assessment

What is the purpose of formative assessments?

• Happen throughout the learning process

• Measure achievement at the end of a unit

• Focus on communication skills

• Promote self-assessment

Which book is not referenced in the text for language assessment?

• Testing Second Language Speaking

• Principles of Language Learning and Teaching

• Assessing English Language Learners

• Language Assessment in Practice

What is a key aspect of language assessment?

• Pronunciation

• Vocabulary

• Grammar

• Fluency

What is the importance of language assessment?

• Targets instruction and helps personalized learning plans

• Focuses on memorization and repetition

• Encourages competition among students

• Limits creativity and critical thinking

What is a common weakness of language assessment?

• Inaccurate results

• Lack of feedback

• Limited assessment methods

• Difficulty in setting goals

What is a potential question to ask oneself regarding language learning?

• Do I like to cook or play sports?

• Am I good at math or science?

• Do I prefer studying alone or in a group?

• Am I afraid of making mistakes when speaking or writing?

What is a common strength of language assessment?

• Focusing on memorization

• Ignoring student progress

• Lack of motivation

• Understanding student proficiency

What is the main goal of language assessment?

• Limiting exposure to new vocabulary

• Enhancing learning outcomes

• Achieving perfection in language skills

• Avoiding mistakes in communication