With the rapid development of digital technology, the advantages of digital teaching mode of college foreign languages have become increasingly prominent. Challenges and problems are faced in the practice of college f...With the rapid development of digital technology, the advantages of digital teaching mode of college foreign languages have become increasingly prominent. Challenges and problems are faced in the practice of college foreign language teaching in China. One of the problems we should try to solve is to improve students' cultural awareness and intercultural communicative competence. The digital environment has greatly expanded students' learning space. At present, the focus of college foreign language teaching reform is how to make full use of advanced digital technology and gradually change the traditional college foreign language teaching environment and means. After many students enter the university, they have not changed their foreign language learning concepts and lack the enthusiasm and initiative of foreign language learning. The reform and practice of the comprehensive test mode of foreign language proficiency is not only a process of paperless paperless evaluation of learners' foreign language use ability, but also a process of encouraging learners to improve their comprehensive ability to use foreign languages through the evaluation process.展开更多
A comprehensive overview of standardized testing system for ESL (English as a Second Language) students in U.S kindergarten thru grade 12 public school system is reviewed within the context of basis on federal and s...A comprehensive overview of standardized testing system for ESL (English as a Second Language) students in U.S kindergarten thru grade 12 public school system is reviewed within the context of basis on federal and state laws, as well as instructional basis. Identification process of LEP (Limited English Proficient) students via nomination, testing and testing criteria to be identified as LEP, hence ESL if placed in the program is defined in detail Standardized testing process of these students based on the federal AYP (Adequate Yearly Progress) measures through regular state standardized tests depending on three types of instructional program that LEP student is placed in the school that are Bilingual Education Program, ESL Program, and Two-Way Immersion Dual Language Programs are described. Standardized testing process of these students based on the federal AYP measures through other means if exempted from regular state standardized tests such as LAT (Linguistically Accommodated Testing) and the conditions to be exempted are discussed in detail. Holistically rated English Language Proficiency Assessments that are implemented to fulfill federal AMAOs (Annual Measurable Achievement Objectives) measures are defined briefly. Physical features of LAT test as well as direct and indirect accommodations for LAT reading, mathematics and science tests are defined via the accommodation needed and the type of assistance provided. Lastly, testing criteria to exit LEP status and other issues concerning exiting LEP status are reviewed展开更多
本文评介语言学家Guy Cook的Translation in Language Teaching:An argument for reassessment。该书于2010年在牛津大学出版社出版后引起了外语教学界的重视。本书梳理了各派外语教学法中翻译的使用情况和理论地位,以史实为基础探讨了...本文评介语言学家Guy Cook的Translation in Language Teaching:An argument for reassessment。该书于2010年在牛津大学出版社出版后引起了外语教学界的重视。本书梳理了各派外语教学法中翻译的使用情况和理论地位,以史实为基础探讨了翻译在当代外语教学法中饱受诟病的原因,并指出翻译应作为外语教学和测试的手段。评介说明外语教学应使用翻译手段,但其具体使用方式还有待探讨。展开更多
Objective:The paper discusses recent evidence on the assessment of language outcomes in children with hearing loss acquiring oral language. Methods: Research emphasizes that language tests must be specific enough to c...Objective:The paper discusses recent evidence on the assessment of language outcomes in children with hearing loss acquiring oral language. Methods: Research emphasizes that language tests must be specific enough to capture subtle deficits in vocabulary and grammar learning at different developmental ages. The Diagnostic Receptive and Expressive Assessment of Mandarin (DREAM) was carefully designed to be a comprehensive standardized Mandarin assessment normed in China's Mainland. Results:This paper summarizes the evidence-based item design process and validity and reliability results of DREAM. A pilot study reported here shows that DREAM provided detailed information about hearing impaired children's language abilities and can be used to aid intervention planning to maximize progress. Conclusion: DREAM represents an example of translational science, transferring methods from empirical studies of language acquisition in research environments into applied domains such as assessment and intervention. Research on outcomes in China will advance significantly with the availability of evidence-based comprehensive language tests that measure a sufficient age range of skills, are normed on Mandarin speaking children in China's Mainland, and are designed to capture features central to Mandarin language acquisition.展开更多
The teaching of speaking has been neglected in EFL (English as a Foreign Language) settings throughout language history which led to negative effects on EFL teachers' and learners' attitudes. While teachers exhibi...The teaching of speaking has been neglected in EFL (English as a Foreign Language) settings throughout language history which led to negative effects on EFL teachers' and learners' attitudes. While teachers exhibit hesitation having no preset teaching paradigms at their disposal, learners experience withdrawal in speaking situations that demand interactional ease and socio-pragmatic awareness. Indeed, both the type of instruction and the complexity of this skill make of the teaching of spoken language a highly controversial issue especially with the implicit dichotomy that speaking entails and which opposes accurate mastery of linguistic patterns to ease or facility in meaning transmission. This paper aims at reconsidering the way this dormant skill has been tackled and the interfering variables that should be rethought and revisited while dealing with it.展开更多
With the integration of technology and education,classroom teaching has experienced a substantial change.In order to improve the efficiency of assessment,computer has been adapted as a promising instrument in assessme...With the integration of technology and education,classroom teaching has experienced a substantial change.In order to improve the efficiency of assessment,computer has been adapted as a promising instrument in assessment area.This paper aims at evaluating the role that computer can play in language assessment.展开更多
CSE (China's Standards of English) is China's first English proficiency assessment standard covering all semester. Its abilitygrading reflects the correspondence between the English level of students in each s...CSE (China's Standards of English) is China's first English proficiency assessment standard covering all semester. Its abilitygrading reflects the correspondence between the English level of students in each scholastic school and the ability to describe thedescriptors, and it is targeted and instructive for college English teaching. As an English assessment reform that benefits allChinese English learners, the Chinese English Proficiency Rating Scale has an epoch-making significance. One of the core tasks ofthe construction of foreign language assessment system is to formulate a unified competency assessment standard, and to provide ascientific competency index system and accurate Competency Scale for various foreign language examinations. CSE provides acommon reference framework for English learning, teaching and assessment in China, and combines English learning, Englishteaching and English assessment system. Improving the quality of teaching is a concern of every English teacher. The introductionof CSE undoubtedly provides authoritative criteria and powerful impetus for the deepening and refinement of College Englishreform.展开更多
目的本文讨论了用口语交流的听障儿童语言发展效果评估的最新实证。方法研究强调,语言评估须足够具体,才能捕捉到细微的词汇及语法缺陷。"普通话听力理解和表达能力标准化评估"(Diagnostic Receptive and Expressive Assessme...目的本文讨论了用口语交流的听障儿童语言发展效果评估的最新实证。方法研究强调,语言评估须足够具体,才能捕捉到细微的词汇及语法缺陷。"普通话听力理解和表达能力标准化评估"(Diagnostic Receptive and Expressive Assessment of Mandarin,DREAM,译为"梦想")抓住儿童普通话习得的核心特征,是基于中国大陆地区的普通话儿童来建立常模的综合性的语言测试,可以测量中国大陆儿童在各个年龄阶段的语言技能。声音和图片通过平板电脑呈现,答案以触屏的方式进行记录,减少了人为差异,使操作更加标准化。结果本文报告了DREAM的题目设计、信度和效度研究等内容。试验研究显示,该测试可提供听障儿童语言发展的详细信息。测试可提供诊断儿童具体语言发育缺陷的报告,用来指导康复计划的制定,使更加个性化的康复干预成为可能。结论 DREAM是转化科学的成功范例——把科研结果从语言习得的循证研究转移到临床评估和干预康复的应用领域。以循证医学为基础的综合性普通话语言测试将推动中国听障儿童干预和康复的效果评估研究。展开更多
文摘With the rapid development of digital technology, the advantages of digital teaching mode of college foreign languages have become increasingly prominent. Challenges and problems are faced in the practice of college foreign language teaching in China. One of the problems we should try to solve is to improve students' cultural awareness and intercultural communicative competence. The digital environment has greatly expanded students' learning space. At present, the focus of college foreign language teaching reform is how to make full use of advanced digital technology and gradually change the traditional college foreign language teaching environment and means. After many students enter the university, they have not changed their foreign language learning concepts and lack the enthusiasm and initiative of foreign language learning. The reform and practice of the comprehensive test mode of foreign language proficiency is not only a process of paperless paperless evaluation of learners' foreign language use ability, but also a process of encouraging learners to improve their comprehensive ability to use foreign languages through the evaluation process.
文摘A comprehensive overview of standardized testing system for ESL (English as a Second Language) students in U.S kindergarten thru grade 12 public school system is reviewed within the context of basis on federal and state laws, as well as instructional basis. Identification process of LEP (Limited English Proficient) students via nomination, testing and testing criteria to be identified as LEP, hence ESL if placed in the program is defined in detail Standardized testing process of these students based on the federal AYP (Adequate Yearly Progress) measures through regular state standardized tests depending on three types of instructional program that LEP student is placed in the school that are Bilingual Education Program, ESL Program, and Two-Way Immersion Dual Language Programs are described. Standardized testing process of these students based on the federal AYP measures through other means if exempted from regular state standardized tests such as LAT (Linguistically Accommodated Testing) and the conditions to be exempted are discussed in detail. Holistically rated English Language Proficiency Assessments that are implemented to fulfill federal AMAOs (Annual Measurable Achievement Objectives) measures are defined briefly. Physical features of LAT test as well as direct and indirect accommodations for LAT reading, mathematics and science tests are defined via the accommodation needed and the type of assistance provided. Lastly, testing criteria to exit LEP status and other issues concerning exiting LEP status are reviewed
文摘本文评介语言学家Guy Cook的Translation in Language Teaching:An argument for reassessment。该书于2010年在牛津大学出版社出版后引起了外语教学界的重视。本书梳理了各派外语教学法中翻译的使用情况和理论地位,以史实为基础探讨了翻译在当代外语教学法中饱受诟病的原因,并指出翻译应作为外语教学和测试的手段。评介说明外语教学应使用翻译手段,但其具体使用方式还有待探讨。
基金the financial support of Bethel Hearing and Speaking Training Center Inc. for all research studies in this paper
文摘Objective:The paper discusses recent evidence on the assessment of language outcomes in children with hearing loss acquiring oral language. Methods: Research emphasizes that language tests must be specific enough to capture subtle deficits in vocabulary and grammar learning at different developmental ages. The Diagnostic Receptive and Expressive Assessment of Mandarin (DREAM) was carefully designed to be a comprehensive standardized Mandarin assessment normed in China's Mainland. Results:This paper summarizes the evidence-based item design process and validity and reliability results of DREAM. A pilot study reported here shows that DREAM provided detailed information about hearing impaired children's language abilities and can be used to aid intervention planning to maximize progress. Conclusion: DREAM represents an example of translational science, transferring methods from empirical studies of language acquisition in research environments into applied domains such as assessment and intervention. Research on outcomes in China will advance significantly with the availability of evidence-based comprehensive language tests that measure a sufficient age range of skills, are normed on Mandarin speaking children in China's Mainland, and are designed to capture features central to Mandarin language acquisition.
文摘The teaching of speaking has been neglected in EFL (English as a Foreign Language) settings throughout language history which led to negative effects on EFL teachers' and learners' attitudes. While teachers exhibit hesitation having no preset teaching paradigms at their disposal, learners experience withdrawal in speaking situations that demand interactional ease and socio-pragmatic awareness. Indeed, both the type of instruction and the complexity of this skill make of the teaching of spoken language a highly controversial issue especially with the implicit dichotomy that speaking entails and which opposes accurate mastery of linguistic patterns to ease or facility in meaning transmission. This paper aims at reconsidering the way this dormant skill has been tackled and the interfering variables that should be rethought and revisited while dealing with it.
文摘With the integration of technology and education,classroom teaching has experienced a substantial change.In order to improve the efficiency of assessment,computer has been adapted as a promising instrument in assessment area.This paper aims at evaluating the role that computer can play in language assessment.
文摘CSE (China's Standards of English) is China's first English proficiency assessment standard covering all semester. Its abilitygrading reflects the correspondence between the English level of students in each scholastic school and the ability to describe thedescriptors, and it is targeted and instructive for college English teaching. As an English assessment reform that benefits allChinese English learners, the Chinese English Proficiency Rating Scale has an epoch-making significance. One of the core tasks ofthe construction of foreign language assessment system is to formulate a unified competency assessment standard, and to provide ascientific competency index system and accurate Competency Scale for various foreign language examinations. CSE provides acommon reference framework for English learning, teaching and assessment in China, and combines English learning, Englishteaching and English assessment system. Improving the quality of teaching is a concern of every English teacher. The introductionof CSE undoubtedly provides authoritative criteria and powerful impetus for the deepening and refinement of College Englishreform.
基金教育部考试中心—英国文化教育协会2020年英语测评科研课题之重点课题“An Empirical Study into the Validity of a CSE-based Placement test in China's Transnational Higher Education”(考协[2020]263号)。
文摘目的本文讨论了用口语交流的听障儿童语言发展效果评估的最新实证。方法研究强调,语言评估须足够具体,才能捕捉到细微的词汇及语法缺陷。"普通话听力理解和表达能力标准化评估"(Diagnostic Receptive and Expressive Assessment of Mandarin,DREAM,译为"梦想")抓住儿童普通话习得的核心特征,是基于中国大陆地区的普通话儿童来建立常模的综合性的语言测试,可以测量中国大陆儿童在各个年龄阶段的语言技能。声音和图片通过平板电脑呈现,答案以触屏的方式进行记录,减少了人为差异,使操作更加标准化。结果本文报告了DREAM的题目设计、信度和效度研究等内容。试验研究显示,该测试可提供听障儿童语言发展的详细信息。测试可提供诊断儿童具体语言发育缺陷的报告,用来指导康复计划的制定,使更加个性化的康复干预成为可能。结论 DREAM是转化科学的成功范例——把科研结果从语言习得的循证研究转移到临床评估和干预康复的应用领域。以循证医学为基础的综合性普通话语言测试将推动中国听障儿童干预和康复的效果评估研究。