The present study explores the test examiners'' perspectives on role and qualitative aspects of current localized speaking assessment framework used in Vietnam. A case with two experienced examiner-cum-English lecturers was conducted. Inductive content analysis to analyze data findings obtained from individual semi-structured interviews. Drawbacks, merits, standardization issues frameworks, i.e...

This research was carried out as the learning activities in reading classroom were not yet effective. As a result, student's ability to comprehend texts poor. study aims improve EFL students’ comprehension by implementing Reciprocal Teaching Method (RTM), especially comprehending IELTS texts. Classroom action conducted following four stages; planning, implementing, observing, and reflecting act...

Abstract High-stakes language tests are used around the world as a gatekeeping tool under internationalization of higher education. However, predictable aspect high-stakes is seldom discussed, especially from students’ perspectives. This study aims to address this gap by aiming better understand how certain factors and conditions contribute predictability issue IELTS perspectives within context...

This research is a qualitative study which aims to explore the development of EFL learners' speaking proficiency as well critical thinking ability contribute their oral performance in IELTS Speaking Test training course (ISTT) under "Smart classroom" mode. In one participant was interviewed using semi-structured interview methodology with finding that mode, sufficient input and engagement, inte...

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