Learner assessment in adult ESL literacy

Series or Serial: ERIC Q & A

Publisher: National Clearinghouse on Literacy Education

Published At: Washington, DC

Date Published: 1992

Distributor: National Clearinghouse on Literacy Education, An Adjunct ERIC Clearinghouse, Center for Applied Linguistics

Source Address: 1118 22nd Street, N.W.

Source City/State/Zip: Washington DC 20037

Material Type: Bibliography

Intended Audience: Mentor/Teacher/Trainer

Physical Media: Print

Subjects: Adult Education; English (Second Language); Educational Assessment

Abstract:
This article addresses how ESL literacy is currently assessed, the role of standardized testing, and alternative approaches. There are extensive references.

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