Testes on-line e tecnologia na avaliação de línguas

Nurgül Bekdemir; İsmail Fırat Altay

doi:10.22633/rpge.v29iesp1.20474

Authors

Nurgül Bekdemir Universidade de Ordu https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9107-2653
İsmail Fırat Altay Universidade de Hacettepe https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0567-1818

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22633/rpge.v29iesp1.20474

Keywords:

On-line Assessment, Computer-based Assessment, Computer Adaptive Testing, On-line Alternative Assessment, Artificial Intelligence

Abstract

Technology has an indispensable part of the language learning and teaching process, including assessment. This study investigates technological tools and platforms in on-line language testing and assessment within various aspects. It explores both formative and summative assessments at classroom-based and large-scale tests and also on-line tools having a facilitating effect on alternative assessment. The models, such as Computer-Based Assessment (CBA) and Computer-Adaptive Testing (CAT), are further illustrated. Artificial intelligence, which has a revolutionary effect on language assessment, is scrutinized with the current platforms. Also, critical issues in language assessment, such as reliability and validity issues and basic criticism of on-line language assessment based on authenticity, interactivity, impact, and practicality, are presented with the advantages and disadvantages. Consequently, the study aims to illustrate how language assessment is transformed through technology and offer significant insights for test designers, educators, and policymakers to enhance testing practices.

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Author Biographies

Nurgül Bekdemir, Universidade de Ordu

Universidade de Ordu, Ordu, Turquia. Docente do Departamento de Línguas Estrangeiras, Escola de Línguas Estrangeiras

İsmail Fırat Altay, Universidade de Hacettepe

Universidade de Hacettepe, Ancara, Turquia. Professora Associada do Departamento de Ensino de Língua Inglesa, Faculdade de Educação.

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