Language ability in academic versus real life settings can differ greatly. That’s why the CEFR is the perfect tool to measure what students really ‘can do’.
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“Don’t laugh at me!” Understanding students’ attitudes to pronunciation
Teachers and students have conflicting goals when it comes to English pronunciation and accents. This post outlines the two perspectives and a possible solution to the problem.
How to assess a test
In this post, Andrew Stokes suggests ten questions you should ask yourself when selecting a placement test.
Inclusivity in placement testing: Adapting to special needs
Katie Stokes looks at how test creators are failing to take advantage of the opportunities that technology offers in testing — and the consequences this has for students with special needs.
eLearning: Five thought-provoking findings
Katie Stokes looks at five thought-provoking findings about eLearning and suggests what we might learn and take forward in the coming year.
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