Cheng, Liying

Washback in Language Testing: Research Contexts and Methods

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ISBN 13:: 9780805839876
author:: Cheng, Liying
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Routledge
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2003
Pages:: 260
Dimensions:: 152 mm X 229 mm
Genre:: Education Textbook
Condition:: New
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Washback in Language Testing Research Contexts and Methods by Liying Cheng, Yoshinori J. Watanabe, and Andy Curtis presents a comprehensive exploration of the influence of language testing on teaching and learning. This volume delves into the complexities of washback, examining its effects on curriculum, teacher and learner behaviors, and how test scores are used. By providing an overview of the phenomenon and presenting empirical studies from around the world, this book offers valuable insights into the washback effect in specific educational contexts. It serves as a foundation for future research, highlighting the importance of understanding the far-reaching implications of language testing on teaching practices. This volume is essential reading for educators, researchers, policymakers, and program coordinators who seek to understand the impact of language testing on their work.

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