Course Detail
Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEASUREMENT and EVALUATION in EDUCATION | PCG2215738 | Spring Semester | 2+2 | 3 | 6 |
| 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. İlker ALTUNBAŞAK |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. İlker ALTUNBAŞAK |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and principles of assessment and evaluation in foreign language education. Additionally, students participate in activities that demonstrate how theoretical knowledge can be applied in practice. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction,Concepts and Topics in Assessment,Foundations of Foreign Language Assessment, Designing Classroom Foreign Language Tests,Criterion-Referenced Assessment,Standardized Assessment,Beyond Assessment: Alternative Assessment,Assessment of Listening Skills,Assessment of Speaking Skills ,Assessment of Reading Skills,Assessment of Writing Skills,Assessment of Language and Vocabulary Knowledge ,Grading and Student Assessment,Course Reflection . |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Identifies key assessment methods at classroom levels, their strengths and weaknesses, and when, how, and why they should be used. | 16, 9 | A |
| Demonstrates the ability to recognize various theories, research topics, and concepts related to assessment for English language learners. | 16, 9 | A |
| Analyzes past and current assessment methods and their impact on teaching and learning for English language learners. | 16, 9 | A |
| Teaching Methods: | 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam |
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 | Concepts and Topics in Assessment | 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 | Foundations of Foreign Language Assessment | Brown Chapter 2: Principles of Language Assessment |
| 4 | Designing Classroom Foreign Language Tests | Poehner, M. & Lantolf, J. (2005). Dynamic assessment in the language classroom. Language Teaching Research, 9(3), 233-265. |
| 5 | Criterion-Referenced 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 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. |
| 7 | Beyond Assessment: Alternative 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 | Assessment of Listening Skills | 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 | Assessment of Speaking Skills | Brown Chapter 8 Assessing Speaking |
| 10 | Assessment of Reading Skills | 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 | Assessment of Writing Skills | 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 | Assessment of Language and Vocabulary Knowledge | Brown Assessing Grammar and Vocabulary: Read the portion about assessing grammar: p.293-304Thornbury, S. (1999). How to test grammar. In How to Teach Grammar. Pearson. pp. 141-150. |
| 13 | Grading and Student Assessment | In-class work |
| 14 | Course 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 | Explains the fundamental concepts and principles of Guidance and Psychological Counseling. | X | |||||
| 2 | Demonstrates theoretical knowledge regarding individuals’ developmental characteristics, learning processes, and behavioral patterns. | X | |||||
| 3 | Relates the concepts and principles of educational foundations to learning, teaching, and assessment processes. | X | |||||
| 4 | Explains in depth the theories, principles, and techniques within the field of Guidance and Psychological Counseling. | X | |||||
| 5 | Applies appropriate psychological counseling techniques to support the well-being of individuals and groups in line with relevant theories and research. | X | |||||
| 6 | Uses instructional and assessment methods, techniques, and tools appropriately in accordance with their intended purposes. | X | |||||
| 7 | Effectively employs scientific research methods and ethical principles in identifying and addressing field-specific problems. | X | |||||
| 8 | Designs comprehensive, developmental, and preventive guidance and psycho-educational programs. | X | |||||
| 9 | Acts in accordance with professional ethical principles and standards in Guidance and Psychological Counseling processes. | X | |||||
| 10 | Utilizes supervision processes in psychological counseling practices and conducts consultation activities in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. | X | |||||
| 11 | Evaluates development, learning, personality, and career theories within the context of factors influencing individual behavior. | X | |||||
| 12 | Demonstrates professional practices from an interdisciplinary and intercultural holistic perspective. | X | |||||
| 13 | Integrates critical, reflective, and creative thinking skills with professional values such as empathy, leadership, communication, and responsibility, and demonstrates these competencies in personal, social, and professional contexts. | X | |||||
| 14 | Follows current developments in the field in line with the principle of lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 15 | Uses digital technologies in face-to-face and online environments in accordance with the needs of learners and clients. | X | |||||
| 16 | Independently plans and conducts theoretical and applied studies related to the field. | 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 | 4 | 56 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 1 | 8 | 8 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 3 | 8 | 24 | |||
| Term Project | 1 | 6 | 6 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 2 | 4 | 8 | |||
| Quiz | 1 | 6 | 6 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 21 | 21 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 42 | 42 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 1 | 4 | 4 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 175 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(175/30) | 6 | |||||
| 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 | PCG2215738 | Spring Semester | 2+2 | 3 | 6 |
| 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. İlker ALTUNBAŞAK |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. İlker ALTUNBAŞAK |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts and principles of assessment and evaluation in foreign language education. Additionally, students participate in activities that demonstrate how theoretical knowledge can be applied in practice. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction,Concepts and Topics in Assessment,Foundations of Foreign Language Assessment, Designing Classroom Foreign Language Tests,Criterion-Referenced Assessment,Standardized Assessment,Beyond Assessment: Alternative Assessment,Assessment of Listening Skills,Assessment of Speaking Skills ,Assessment of Reading Skills,Assessment of Writing Skills,Assessment of Language and Vocabulary Knowledge ,Grading and Student Assessment,Course Reflection . |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Identifies key assessment methods at classroom levels, their strengths and weaknesses, and when, how, and why they should be used. | 16, 9 | A |
| Demonstrates the ability to recognize various theories, research topics, and concepts related to assessment for English language learners. | 16, 9 | A |
| Analyzes past and current assessment methods and their impact on teaching and learning for English language learners. | 16, 9 | A |
| Teaching Methods: | 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam |
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 | Concepts and Topics in Assessment | 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 | Foundations of Foreign Language Assessment | Brown Chapter 2: Principles of Language Assessment |
| 4 | Designing Classroom Foreign Language Tests | Poehner, M. & Lantolf, J. (2005). Dynamic assessment in the language classroom. Language Teaching Research, 9(3), 233-265. |
| 5 | Criterion-Referenced 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 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. |
| 7 | Beyond Assessment: Alternative 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 | Assessment of Listening Skills | 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 | Assessment of Speaking Skills | Brown Chapter 8 Assessing Speaking |
| 10 | Assessment of Reading Skills | 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 | Assessment of Writing Skills | 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 | Assessment of Language and Vocabulary Knowledge | Brown Assessing Grammar and Vocabulary: Read the portion about assessing grammar: p.293-304Thornbury, S. (1999). How to test grammar. In How to Teach Grammar. Pearson. pp. 141-150. |
| 13 | Grading and Student Assessment | In-class work |
| 14 | Course 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 | Explains the fundamental concepts and principles of Guidance and Psychological Counseling. | X | |||||
| 2 | Demonstrates theoretical knowledge regarding individuals’ developmental characteristics, learning processes, and behavioral patterns. | X | |||||
| 3 | Relates the concepts and principles of educational foundations to learning, teaching, and assessment processes. | X | |||||
| 4 | Explains in depth the theories, principles, and techniques within the field of Guidance and Psychological Counseling. | X | |||||
| 5 | Applies appropriate psychological counseling techniques to support the well-being of individuals and groups in line with relevant theories and research. | X | |||||
| 6 | Uses instructional and assessment methods, techniques, and tools appropriately in accordance with their intended purposes. | X | |||||
| 7 | Effectively employs scientific research methods and ethical principles in identifying and addressing field-specific problems. | X | |||||
| 8 | Designs comprehensive, developmental, and preventive guidance and psycho-educational programs. | X | |||||
| 9 | Acts in accordance with professional ethical principles and standards in Guidance and Psychological Counseling processes. | X | |||||
| 10 | Utilizes supervision processes in psychological counseling practices and conducts consultation activities in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. | X | |||||
| 11 | Evaluates development, learning, personality, and career theories within the context of factors influencing individual behavior. | X | |||||
| 12 | Demonstrates professional practices from an interdisciplinary and intercultural holistic perspective. | X | |||||
| 13 | Integrates critical, reflective, and creative thinking skills with professional values such as empathy, leadership, communication, and responsibility, and demonstrates these competencies in personal, social, and professional contexts. | X | |||||
| 14 | Follows current developments in the field in line with the principle of lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 15 | Uses digital technologies in face-to-face and online environments in accordance with the needs of learners and clients. | X | |||||
| 16 | Independently plans and conducts theoretical and applied studies related to the field. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |