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Joycey, E. – System, 1987
Among techniques which can be used by foreign language teachers to help learners use multiple-choice tests (after reading a text) to become better readers are: have students attempt to answer questions before reading the text; rearrange the order of the questions; and have students make up multiple choice questions. (CB)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Language Teachers, Multiple Choice Tests, Reading Comprehension

Markham, Paul L. – System, 1987
Explores cloze sensitivity to global comprehension by means of retrospective interview techniques. No significant differences were found between English as a second language (ESL) college students (N=14) and native English-speaking students (N=14) in their processing strategies. (Author/CB)
Descriptors: Cloze Procedure, Cognitive Processes, College Students, Comparative Analysis