Publisher's Synopsis
Building Better English Tests: A Guide For Teachers Of English In The Secondary School is a comprehensive guidebook written by Robert B. Carruthers. The book is designed to help English teachers in secondary schools create better assessments that accurately measure students' language proficiency. The book covers a range of topics related to test design, including the principles of assessment, test construction, test administration, and test evaluation. It provides practical tips and strategies for creating effective tests that align with learning objectives and standards. The author also discusses the importance of using a variety of assessment methods, such as multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, and essay questions, to evaluate different aspects of students' language skills. He emphasizes the need to consider factors such as test length, difficulty level, and time constraints when designing assessments. In addition, the book provides guidance on how to analyze test results and use them to improve teaching and learning. It includes sample test items and rubrics, as well as examples of how to provide constructive feedback to students. Overall, Building Better English Tests: A Guide For Teachers Of English In The Secondary School is a valuable resource for English teachers who want to create assessments that accurately measure students' language proficiency and promote learning.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
