Course Contents

Core Reading: Wholey, J. S., Hatry, H. P., & Newcomer, K. E. (2010). Handbook of Practical Programme Evaluation. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass Lynch,K, B. (2003). Language Assessment and Programme Evaluation. The Edinburgh University Press. Tankersley, K. (2007). Tests that Teach. ASCD Express.

Course Synopsis

This module has two components: language testing/assessment and programme evaluation. The first component aims to inform participants of the theory and practice of second language assessment. Topics include: the purposes of language assessment, models of communicative language ability and their implications for assessment, the design of assessment instruments, assessing speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, self and peer assessment, establishing criteria for the evaluation of assessment instruments, current trends and ethics in language assessment. The component of programme evaluation encompasses particular generic skills in evaluation. On completion of this component students are expected to understand key evaluation concepts related to negotiating the terms of an evaluation, managing relevant data, and providing findings to stakeholders; plan a small scale evaluation; be aware of recent developments in evaluation enquiry; identify the limits of evaluation in decision making; and be able to undertake a critical review of an evaluation project. Aims and Objectives: The course aims to enable students to: 1. Outline major types and approaches to testing and evaluation. 2. Define terminology relevant to the assessment. 3. Discuss the apply effectively the role of assessment in educational setting 4. Discuss the nature and purpose of test setting 5. Discuss current issues in the areas of classical and modern test theory.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to understand and develop knowledge of: 1. What are the definitions of the key terminologies of testing and evaluations (differences and similarities) 2. The different types of tests and the contexts they applicable for 3. The differences approaches of testing and assessment 4. Construction of tests 5. Rubrics and grading 6. Modes of evaluation and reporting