ERIC Number: EJ1305314
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2021
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Washback and the Teacher-Based Assessment Practices of EFL Instructors at a Japanese University
Hughes, Lee
ORTESOL Journal, v38 p36-40 2021
The topic of washback itself and how it applies to oral assessment procedures/contexts is a relevant and important topic for the field of English language teaching, and there have been a number of studies into oral washback in evaluation of students (Khan et al., 2019). Washback effect refers to the impact of testing--whether positive or negative--on teaching practices, curriculum design, and learning behaviors. This has led to increased understanding of how to promote more positive kinds of washback. Washback can be positive when it provides students an opportunity to learn from their mistakes. Previous studies have investigated ESL/EFL instructors' classroom assessment practices to find out their purposes and methods (Cheung et al., 2004). One of particular interest investigated the washback of an oral assessment system in an EFL classroom (Muñoz & Álvarez, 2010). In this article, the authors used a mixed methods approach and found that positive washback occurred in some areas, but that constant guidance and support is required to help teachers create positive washback in other areas.
Descriptors: Language Tests, Teaching Methods, Evaluation Methods, English (Second Language), Second Language Instruction, Language Teachers, Foreign Countries, College Students
Oregon Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages. PO Box 15148, Portland, OR 97293. e-mail: journal@ortesol.org; Web site: https://ortesol.wildapricot.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Japan
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