The Language Assessment Literacy project provides information and training for anyone who is interested in issues of language assessment.
Our short, animated introductions give you an insight into some of the main topics in Language Assessment. The practical skills topics also have accompanying worksheets and answer keys for you to work through if you wish. All videos also have transcripts of the spoken text.
How is a test developed? This video looks at the test development process and its different phases.
How do you design a relevant and meaningful test? This video explores how people read and describes the steps to take when developing a reading test.
How do you design a writing test? This video looks at the factors you need to consider when you are assessing writing.
What is the difference between hearing and listening? In this video we explain the difference, and suggest ways that we can assess listening skills.
Speaking is part of communication and is something everyone does, every day. In this video we look at some of the ways we can assess speaking skills.
How is general language proficiency defined?
How do you assess the language skills of Young Learners? In this video we explain how best to test Young Learners in different age groups.
Discover why assessment of English for Specific Purposes isn’t just the assessment of general language proficiency with specific terminology thrown in, but a different matter altogether.
What makes a test valid? This video explains what we mean when we speak about validity in assessment and also gives you an overview of the development of test validity over the years.
What do you know about the CEFR? In this video we look at the CEFR levels and show how they play an important role in all aspects of language assessment.
What’s the role of modern technology in language assessment? Find out more about three important uses of modern technology in language assessment.
How much do you know about the British Council’s work in assessment around the world?
