UNIT 6 - SECOND LANGUAGE LEARNING

What does assessment fundamentally involve in the EFL classroom?

• Memorizing content for tests

• Evaluating learners' performance by collecting systematic information

• Observing students without feedback

Which type of assessment provides immediate or delayed feedback?

• Diagnostic assessment

• Informal assessment

• Formal assessment

What is the primary purpose of a diagnostic test?

• Measure progress over time

• Identify strengths and weaknesses in learners

• Assign grades

What is a key characteristic of formative assessment?

• It is summative in nature

• It is part of the continuous teaching-learning process

• It only evaluates final outcomes

What type of test evaluates all content covered in a course period?

• Diagnostic test

• Achievement test

• Placement test

Which of the following is an example of informal assessment?

• Observing learners during class activities

• Administering a standardized test

• Using a portfolio

How is the reliability of a test ensured?

• By providing authentic real-life situations

• By obtaining consistent results upon repeated testing

• By tailoring it to individual learners

Which of the following best describes continuous assessment?

• Conducted at the end of a course

• Systematic collection of evidence throughout the learning process

• Solely based on final exams

What is required for effective peer assessment?

• Students should be trained to assess and provide feedback

• Teachers should lead the feedback session

• Feedback should be provided anonymously

What is a distinguishing feature of objective testing?

• It relies on teachers’ judgment

• It offers only one correct answer

• It evaluates subjective opinions