In light of the traditional teaching method used in English classes in China and many other places, this article states the importance of linking instruction and assessment in the English teaching process and presents...In light of the traditional teaching method used in English classes in China and many other places, this article states the importance of linking instruction and assessment in the English teaching process and presents different approaches to linking instruction and assessment in classroom teaching which are proven effective in solidifying students' knowledge of English and improving students' comprehensive English competence. Then, based on the results from the assessments, a Fuzzy Comprehensive Grading Approach is adopted in calculating students' final grade. The Approach is based on the fuzzy set theory of fuzzy mathematics, and it considers diverse factors and assigns proper weight to different factors in grading, using fuzzy matrix operation in calculating students' grades; therefore, it is comprehensive and reliable, and can avoid the influence of odd scores and give a truer and more balanced measurement of students' English ability.展开更多
文摘In light of the traditional teaching method used in English classes in China and many other places, this article states the importance of linking instruction and assessment in the English teaching process and presents different approaches to linking instruction and assessment in classroom teaching which are proven effective in solidifying students' knowledge of English and improving students' comprehensive English competence. Then, based on the results from the assessments, a Fuzzy Comprehensive Grading Approach is adopted in calculating students' final grade. The Approach is based on the fuzzy set theory of fuzzy mathematics, and it considers diverse factors and assigns proper weight to different factors in grading, using fuzzy matrix operation in calculating students' grades; therefore, it is comprehensive and reliable, and can avoid the influence of odd scores and give a truer and more balanced measurement of students' English ability.