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Amber Dudley; Emma Marsden; Giulia Bovolenta – Language Testing, 2024
Vocabulary knowledge strongly predicts second language reading, listening, writing, and speaking. Yet, few tests have been developed to assess vocabulary knowledge in French. The primary aim of this pilot study was to design and initially validate the Context-Aligned Two Thousand Test (CA-TTT), following open research practices. The CA-TTT is a…
Descriptors: French, Vocabulary Development, Secondary School Students, Language Tests
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Alderson, J. Charles – Language Testing, 2010
The Lancaster Language Testing Research Group was commissioned in 2006 by the European Organisation for the Safety of Air Navigation (Eurocontrol) to conduct a validation study of the development of a test called ELPAC (English Language Proficiency for Aeronautical Communication), intended to assess the language proficiency of air traffic…
Descriptors: Testing, Language Tests, Language Proficiency, Aviation Education
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Fulcher, Glenn – Language Testing, 1997
Describes a reliability and validity study of the placement test used at the University of Surrey, England, to identify students requiring English language support while studying at the university level. The study examines administrative and logistic constraints and assesses the test's usefulness within this context. (21 references) (Author/CK)
Descriptors: College Students, Context Effect, Educational Administration, English (Second Language)