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Language Testing and Assessment: Current Trends and Future Directions

by Michael Johnson 1,*
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FLCS  2021, 19; 3(1), 19; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20210517
Received: 25 March 2021 / Accepted: 15 April 2021 / Published Online: 17 May 2021
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The title "Language Testing and Assessment: Current Trends and Future Directions" encapsulates the comprehensive nature of this paper, which aims to explore the evolving landscape of language testing and assessment. This scholarly work delves into the current trends that have shaped the field, including the shift towards computerized testing, the integration of technology in assessment practices, and the increasing emphasis on validity and reliability in test development. The paper critically evaluates the role of authentic tasks and performance-based assessments in portraying the true linguistic abilities of test-takers. Additionally, it addresses the challenges posed by the globalization of languages and the diverse needs of multilingual learners. The author further discusses the implications of these trends on language teaching and learning, highlighting the need for continuous professional development for educators. The paper concludes with a forward-looking perspective on the future directions in language testing and assessment, suggesting innovations such as adaptive testing and the use of artificial intelligence to enhance the assessment process.

Keywords: Language Testing, Assessment Practices, Computerized Testing, Validity and Reliability, Future Directions.;
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Johnson, M. Language Testing and Assessment: Current Trends and Future Directions. Frontiers of Language and Communication Studies, 2021, 3, 19. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20210517
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Johnson M. Language Testing and Assessment: Current Trends and Future Directions. Frontiers of Language and Communication Studies; 2021, 3(1):19. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20210517
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Johnson, Michael 2021. "Language Testing and Assessment: Current Trends and Future Directions" Frontiers of Language and Communication Studies 3, no.1:19. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20210517
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Johnson, M. (2021). Language Testing and Assessment: Current Trends and Future Directions. Frontiers of Language and Communication Studies, 3(1), 19. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.flcs.20210517

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