Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEASUREMENT and EVALUATION in EDUCATION | - | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 3 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. İlknur EĞİNLİ |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Ayşe Tuğba ÖNER |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | This course aims to introduce main concepts and principles of assessment and evaluation in foreign language teaching. The course also provides students with an opportunity to put theory into practice. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction,Assessment Concepts and Issues ,Principles of Language Assessment,Designing Classroom Language Tests ,Standards-Based Assessment,Standardized Testing ,Beyond Tests: Alternatives in Assessment,Assessing Listening,Assessing Speaking,Assessing Reading,Assessing Writing,Assessing Grammar and Vocabulary,Grading and Student Evaluation,Reflection . |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Demonstrate familiarity with various theories, research issues and concepts in assessment for diverse English Language Learners. | 12, 14, 6, 9 | |
| Demonstrate familiarity with past and current methods for assessment and their implications for teaching and learning English Language Learners. | 10, 16, 19, 20, 9 | |
| Identify the major methods of assessments, their strength, weakness, and how, when and why to use them in classroom levels | 10, 12, 16, 19, 9 |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 20: Reverse Brainstorming Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | Brown Chapter 1 (Assessment Concepts and Issues) Kusimo, P., Ritter, M., Busick, K., Ferguson, C., Trumbull, E., & Solano-Flores, G. (2000). Making assessment work for everyone. WestEd, San Francisco, CA. pp.46-76. (Part II) |
| 2 | Assessment Concepts and Issues | Brown Chapter 1 (Assessment Concepts and Issues) Kusimo, P., Ritter, M., Busick, K., Ferguson, C., Trumbull, E., & Solano-Flores, G. (2000). Making assessment work for everyone. WestEd, San Francisco, CA. pp.46-76. (Part II) |
| 3 | Principles of Language Assessment | Brown Chapter 2: Principles of Language Assessment |
| 4 | Designing Classroom Language Tests | • Poehner, M. & Lantolf, J. (2005). Dynamic assessment in the language classroom. Language Teaching Research, 9(3), 233-265. |
| 5 | Standards-Based Assessment | Brown, Chapters 4 & 5 (Standards-Based Assessment (ch 4) Standardized Testing (ch 5) Luxia, Q. (2005). Stakeholder’s conflicting aims undermine the washback function of a high-stakes test. Language Testing 22 (2), pp. 142-173. |
| 6 | Standardized Testing | Brown, Chapters 4 & 5 (Standards-Based Assessment (ch 4) Standardized Testing (ch 5) Luxia, Q. (2005). Stakeholder’s conflicting aims undermine the washback function of a high-stakes test. Language Testing 22 (2), pp. 142-173. |
| 7 | Beyond Tests: Alternatives in Assessment | Brown Chapter 6 (Beyond Tests: Alternatives in Assessments) Henning, J., Stone, J. & Kelly, J. (2009). Eight pre and post tests. Chapter 3 in Using Action Research to Improve Instruction: An Interactive Guide for Teachers. pp.128-135. |
| 8 | Assessing Listening | Brown Chapters 7 (Assessing Listening (ch 7) Kusimo, P., Ritter, M., Busick, K., Ferguson, C., Trumbull, E., & Solano-Flores, G. (2000). Making assessment work for everyone. WestEd, San Francisco, CA. pp.78-111 (part III) |
| 9 | Assessing Speaking | Brown Chapter 8 Assessing Speaking |
| 10 | Assessing Reading | Brown Chapter 9 (Assessing Reading) Grabe, W. (2008). Reading assessment. In Reading in a Second Language: Moving from Theory to Practice. Cambridge University Press. pp. 352-375. |
| 11 | Assessing Writing | Brown Chapter 10 Assessing Writing Ferris, D., & Hedgcock, J. (2005). Classroom approaches to ESL writing assessment. In Teaching ESL Composition: Purpose, Process, and Practice. Lawrence Erlbaum. pp. 299-343. |
| 12 | Assessing Grammar and Vocabulary | Brown Assessing Grammar and Vocabulary: Read the portion about assessing grammar: p.293-304 Thornbury, S. (1999). How to test grammar. In How to Teach Grammar. Pearson. pp. 141-150. |
| 13 | Grading and Student Evaluation | In-class work |
| 14 | Reflection | In-class work |
| Resources |
| Brown, D. & Abeywickrama, P. (2010). Language Assessment - Principles and Classroom Practice. (2nd edition). Pearson Longman, NY. Stoynoff, S. (2012). Looking backward and forward at classroom-based language assessment. ELT Journal 66/4. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Verbalizes the meanings of terms and concepts that are used in the Psychological Counseling and Guidance field. | X | |||||
| 2 | Verbalizes the basic concepts, principles, and techniques of theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance. | X | |||||
| 3 | Compares different theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance and lists the strenghts and weaknesses of each theory. | X | |||||
| 4 | Uses necessary intervention techniques in accordance with the education taken about the possible problems or issues that can be faced when working in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance. | X | |||||
| 5 | When faced with a problem in the profession, he /she analyzes and solves it with scientific methods. | X | |||||
| 6 | When faced with a problem in the profession, he/she solves it by oneself. | X | |||||
| 7 | Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession. | X | |||||
| 8 | Follows the developments about the profession and has the principle of lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 9 | Holds consultation with his/her colleagues when needed in the process of resolving a problem about the profession. | X | |||||
| 10 | When faced with a problem, he/she formulates it in a written form or verbally. | X | |||||
| 11 | Has a sense of social responsibility and uses his/her field knowledge and skills for the solutions of problems in his/her surroundings. | X | |||||
| 12 | Knows at least B1 level of English to follow the international scientific developments in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field. | ||||||
| 13 | Knows basic consepts in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field. | X | |||||
| 14 | Applies basic skills in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field. | X | |||||
| 15 | Uses psychological measurement tools in accordance with their purpose and ethical principles. | X | |||||
| 16 | Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 2 | 28 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 4 | 3 | 12 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 4 | 6 | 24 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 6 | 6 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 8 | 8 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 88 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(88/30) | 3 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEASUREMENT and EVALUATION in EDUCATION | - | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 3 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. İlknur EĞİNLİ |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Ayşe Tuğba ÖNER |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | This course aims to introduce main concepts and principles of assessment and evaluation in foreign language teaching. The course also provides students with an opportunity to put theory into practice. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction,Assessment Concepts and Issues ,Principles of Language Assessment,Designing Classroom Language Tests ,Standards-Based Assessment,Standardized Testing ,Beyond Tests: Alternatives in Assessment,Assessing Listening,Assessing Speaking,Assessing Reading,Assessing Writing,Assessing Grammar and Vocabulary,Grading and Student Evaluation,Reflection . |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Demonstrate familiarity with various theories, research issues and concepts in assessment for diverse English Language Learners. | 12, 14, 6, 9 | |
| Demonstrate familiarity with past and current methods for assessment and their implications for teaching and learning English Language Learners. | 10, 16, 19, 20, 9 | |
| Identify the major methods of assessments, their strength, weakness, and how, when and why to use them in classroom levels | 10, 12, 16, 19, 9 |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 20: Reverse Brainstorming Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | Brown Chapter 1 (Assessment Concepts and Issues) Kusimo, P., Ritter, M., Busick, K., Ferguson, C., Trumbull, E., & Solano-Flores, G. (2000). Making assessment work for everyone. WestEd, San Francisco, CA. pp.46-76. (Part II) |
| 2 | Assessment Concepts and Issues | Brown Chapter 1 (Assessment Concepts and Issues) Kusimo, P., Ritter, M., Busick, K., Ferguson, C., Trumbull, E., & Solano-Flores, G. (2000). Making assessment work for everyone. WestEd, San Francisco, CA. pp.46-76. (Part II) |
| 3 | Principles of Language Assessment | Brown Chapter 2: Principles of Language Assessment |
| 4 | Designing Classroom Language Tests | • Poehner, M. & Lantolf, J. (2005). Dynamic assessment in the language classroom. Language Teaching Research, 9(3), 233-265. |
| 5 | Standards-Based Assessment | Brown, Chapters 4 & 5 (Standards-Based Assessment (ch 4) Standardized Testing (ch 5) Luxia, Q. (2005). Stakeholder’s conflicting aims undermine the washback function of a high-stakes test. Language Testing 22 (2), pp. 142-173. |
| 6 | Standardized Testing | Brown, Chapters 4 & 5 (Standards-Based Assessment (ch 4) Standardized Testing (ch 5) Luxia, Q. (2005). Stakeholder’s conflicting aims undermine the washback function of a high-stakes test. Language Testing 22 (2), pp. 142-173. |
| 7 | Beyond Tests: Alternatives in Assessment | Brown Chapter 6 (Beyond Tests: Alternatives in Assessments) Henning, J., Stone, J. & Kelly, J. (2009). Eight pre and post tests. Chapter 3 in Using Action Research to Improve Instruction: An Interactive Guide for Teachers. pp.128-135. |
| 8 | Assessing Listening | Brown Chapters 7 (Assessing Listening (ch 7) Kusimo, P., Ritter, M., Busick, K., Ferguson, C., Trumbull, E., & Solano-Flores, G. (2000). Making assessment work for everyone. WestEd, San Francisco, CA. pp.78-111 (part III) |
| 9 | Assessing Speaking | Brown Chapter 8 Assessing Speaking |
| 10 | Assessing Reading | Brown Chapter 9 (Assessing Reading) Grabe, W. (2008). Reading assessment. In Reading in a Second Language: Moving from Theory to Practice. Cambridge University Press. pp. 352-375. |
| 11 | Assessing Writing | Brown Chapter 10 Assessing Writing Ferris, D., & Hedgcock, J. (2005). Classroom approaches to ESL writing assessment. In Teaching ESL Composition: Purpose, Process, and Practice. Lawrence Erlbaum. pp. 299-343. |
| 12 | Assessing Grammar and Vocabulary | Brown Assessing Grammar and Vocabulary: Read the portion about assessing grammar: p.293-304 Thornbury, S. (1999). How to test grammar. In How to Teach Grammar. Pearson. pp. 141-150. |
| 13 | Grading and Student Evaluation | In-class work |
| 14 | Reflection | In-class work |
| Resources |
| Brown, D. & Abeywickrama, P. (2010). Language Assessment - Principles and Classroom Practice. (2nd edition). Pearson Longman, NY. Stoynoff, S. (2012). Looking backward and forward at classroom-based language assessment. ELT Journal 66/4. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Verbalizes the meanings of terms and concepts that are used in the Psychological Counseling and Guidance field. | X | |||||
| 2 | Verbalizes the basic concepts, principles, and techniques of theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance. | X | |||||
| 3 | Compares different theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance and lists the strenghts and weaknesses of each theory. | X | |||||
| 4 | Uses necessary intervention techniques in accordance with the education taken about the possible problems or issues that can be faced when working in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance. | X | |||||
| 5 | When faced with a problem in the profession, he /she analyzes and solves it with scientific methods. | X | |||||
| 6 | When faced with a problem in the profession, he/she solves it by oneself. | X | |||||
| 7 | Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession. | X | |||||
| 8 | Follows the developments about the profession and has the principle of lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 9 | Holds consultation with his/her colleagues when needed in the process of resolving a problem about the profession. | X | |||||
| 10 | When faced with a problem, he/she formulates it in a written form or verbally. | X | |||||
| 11 | Has a sense of social responsibility and uses his/her field knowledge and skills for the solutions of problems in his/her surroundings. | X | |||||
| 12 | Knows at least B1 level of English to follow the international scientific developments in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field. | ||||||
| 13 | Knows basic consepts in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field. | X | |||||
| 14 | Applies basic skills in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field. | X | |||||
| 15 | Uses psychological measurement tools in accordance with their purpose and ethical principles. | X | |||||
| 16 | Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |