TRUE OR FALSE: Content validity means the test represents the material or skills taught in the course.
TRUE
Before writing test questions, teachers should write the test ___________.
Specifications
What does washback mean in language testing?
The effect a test has on teaching and learning.
Put these steps in order: Test administration – Item writing – Define purpose – Test specifications
→ Define purpose → Test specifications → Item writing → Test administration
True or False: A vocabulary test that mainly measures grammar has high validity.
False
Name one factor that affects the practicality of a test.
Time / cost / resources / scoring effort.
When a test encourages students to practice real communication skills, what type of washback is it?
Positive washback
True or False: Teachers should design test tasks before deciding the purpose of the test.
FALSE
What is a test specification?
→ A detailed description of what the test will include.