Classroom-Based Evaluation in Second Language Education

This non-technical text guides foreign and second language educators in the use of classroom-based assessment. The paperback edition guides foreign and second language educators in the use of classroom-based assessment as a tool for improving both teaching and learning. While firmly grounded in current research the presentation is nontechnical and does not require a specialized degree in psychometrics statistics or research. The suggested assessment procedures are useful for a broad range of proficiency levels teaching situations and instructional approaches. Preview and follow-up activities assist the reader in applying the material from each chapter.