TESTING AND ASSESMENT

They do have certain characteristics but they are not the same thing

EVALUATION
Collection and interpretation
TESTING ASSESEMENT
A sample of Ss’ performance, reliable A part of the evaluation process that is
due to standardization particularly concerned with learners
Formal Authentic
Informal Alternative

FORMAL ASSESSMENT
Classroom testing
Objections: Reasons: Types:
-Time -Decisions -Progress tests
-Generalization -The washback effect Positive -Summative tests
-Unfairness Negative -Placement tests
-Motivation -Diagnostic tests
-Proficiency tests

WHEN ARE WE GOING TO TEST? Stress Assessment tasks

WHAT ARE WE GOING TO TEST? Balance Test formats

Reflect the syllabus