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Direct linkReuben Vyn – Foreign Language Annals, 2024
In recent years, the use of external proficiency-based tests to measure learners' language ability has increased significantly, in part thanks to the Seal of Biliteracy movement. However, there exists very limited research investigating the influence of such tests and their subsequent outcomes data on teachers' practices. As such, this study…
Descriptors: Language Tests, Language Proficiency, Literacy, Bilingualism
Swender, Elvira; Martin, Cynthia L.; Rivera-Martinez, Mildred; Kagan, Olga E. – Foreign Language Annals, 2014
This article explores the linguistic profiles of heritage speakers of Russian and Spanish. Data from the 2009-2013 ACTFL-UCLA NHLRC Heritage Language Project included biographical information as well as speech samples that were elicited using the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview-computer and were rated according to the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines…
Descriptors: Profiles, Spanish, Russian, Guidelines
Peer reviewedNolan, William J. – Foreign Language Annals, 1977
Suggests that giving students two copies of a language test allows the student the opportunity to check his answers, know his results immediately, and possibly add points to his original score through self-correction. (CHK)
Descriptors: Autoinstructional Aids, Language Instruction, Language Tests, Second Language Learning
Peer reviewedZdenek, Joseph W. – Foreign Language Annals, 1980
In spite of new methodologies in foreign language instruction, much testing is still of the traditional type. Paper and pencil tests are given, testing in exactly the same way the teachers themselves were tested. This article suggests 25 points for language teachers on all levels. (Author/PJM)
Descriptors: Second Language Instruction, Teaching Methods, Test Construction, Test Theory
Peer reviewedStorme, Julie A.; Derakhshani, Mana – Foreign Language Annals, 2002
Examines recent research on teaching culture in the foreign language classroom. Proposes a model for culture teaching that responds to a clearer definition of cultural proficiency. Focuses on classroom testing and proficiency assessment. (Author/VWL)
Descriptors: Cultural Awareness, Language Proficiency, Language Tests, Second Language Instruction
Peer reviewedLange, Dale L., Comp. – Foreign Language Annals, 1973
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Bilingualism, Curriculum Development, English (Second Language)
Peer reviewedMonka, Carolyn, Comp.; And Others – Foreign Language Annals, 1974
Twelfth in a series of catalogues of documents related to the teaching of foreign languages obtainable from the Educational Resources Information Center. (RL)
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Bilingual Education, Cultural Education, English (Second Language)
Peer reviewedCole, Charlotte; Miller, Floy – Foreign Language Annals, 1985
Describes the experience of two high school French teachers who developed a curriculum for the nine French courses, according to school and departmental goals. The curriculum was developed according to the ACTFL/ETS proficiency guidelines. Examples are given of the format for Level One units. (SED)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, French, High Schools, Language Proficiency
Peer reviewedWipf, Joseph A. – Foreign Language Annals, 1976
Significant test concepts are discussed and guidelines are given for planning and constructing test items. Examples are given for evaluating reading comprehension and suggestions are made for pre- and post-test activities. (Author/RM)
Descriptors: Language Instruction, Language Tests, Reading Comprehension, Reading Skills
Peer reviewedPfister, Guenter G. – Foreign Language Annals, 1974
Descriptors: Audiolingual Skills, Evaluation Methods, Language Instruction, Listening Comprehension
Peer reviewedSteiner, Florence – Foreign Language Annals, 1972
Descriptors: Formal Criticism, Language Instruction, Literary Criticism, Literary Genres
Peer reviewedBriere, Eugene J. – Foreign Language Annals, 1971
Portion of a paper given at the seminar sponsored by the South East Asian Ministers of Education Organization in Bangkok, Thailand, in May 1970. (DS)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Achievement Tests, Interdisciplinary Approach, Language Proficiency
Peer reviewedPufahl, Ingrid; Rhodes, Nancy C.; Christian, Donna – Foreign Language Annals, 2001
Provides insights gained from a study of 19 foreign countries regarding foreign language education. The study looked at what the United States can learn from these countries, examining specific policies and practices that could inform U.S. foreign language education. Implications of study findings are discussed. (Author/VWL)
Descriptors: Educational Policy, Educational Technology, Foreign Countries, Language Tests
Peer reviewedLong, Donna R. – Foreign Language Annals, 1985
Describes the implementation of a first-year comprehension-based Spanish language program at New Mexico State University. Includes a discussion of the history of the program and of the problems encountered in changing a traditional curriculum. Also describes the materials, classroom practice, and testing and evaluation techniques used in the…
Descriptors: College Second Language Programs, Curriculum Development, Higher Education, Language Enrollment
Peer reviewedPark, Gi-Pyo – Foreign Language Annals, 1997
Investigated the relationship between language learning strategies and second language proficiency for Korean students of English as a Second Language. Findings indicate that the relationship between strategies and proficiency was linear; strategies were significantly correlated with test scores; and cognitive and social strategies were more…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, College Students, Correlation, English (Second Language)
