Examining Writing


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Test developers need to provide a clear explication of the language ability constructs that underpin the tests they offer in the public domain; such an explication is essential for supporting claims about the validity - or usefulness - of test scores. This volume describes the theory and practice of Cambridge ESOL's approach to assessing second language writing ability. A comprehensive test validation framework is used to examine the tasks in Cambridge ESOL writing tests from a number of different validity perspectives that reflect the socio-cognitive nature of any assessment event. The authors show how an understanding and analysis of the framework and its components can assist test developers to operationalise their tests more effectively, especially in relation to the key criteria that differentiate one proficiency level from another. The book provides: an up-to-date review of relevant literature on assessing writing, an accessible and systematic description of the different proficiency levels in second language writing, a comprehensive and coherent basis for validating tests of writing. This volume is a rich source of information on all aspects of examining writing ability. As such, it will be of considerable interest to examination boards who wish to validate their own writing tests in a systematic and coherent manner, as well as to academic researchers and students in the field of language assessment more generally. Book jacket.




Examination Writing Task


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Writing for IELTS


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_Timesaver For Exams_ is a new series of photocopiable materials for English teachers to use with students who are preparing for exams.




IELTS Speaking Test Practice - IELTS Speaking Exam Preparation and Language Practice


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IELTS Speaking Test Practice - IELTS Speaking Exam Preparation & Language Practice for the Academic Purposes and General Training Modules by IELTS Success Associates contains 16 IELTS practice speaking tests. This book will help you improve your grammar, language skills, vocabulary and fluency for the IELTS speaking test. IELTS Speaking Test Practice is designed for upper-intermediate to advanced learners of English. This study guide is conveniently organised into 8 parts: PART 1: How to improve your speaking test score The study guide begins with an overview of the IELTS speaking test format. It also provides you with tips and techniques to improve your speaking test score. PART 2: Grammar and sentence construction on the speaking exam You will learn what aspects of grammar and what types of sentence construction examiners are looking for in each part of your interview. PART 3: Using conditional sentences on the IELTS speaking tasks There are exercises teaching you how to use conditional sentences in order to get a higher score. PART 4: Sample speaking exam 1 Complete speaking exam with the following sections for each of the three IELTS speaking tasks: Overview of each of the tasks, explaining the format and pointing out what is expected of you Tips for preparing for each of the tasks, with in-depth explanations Sample responses for each task with exercises and explanations PART 5: Useful conversational phrases In the next section of the study guide, we provide useful conversational phrases for you to practise for your speaking test. PART 6: Vocabulary improvement There is also a special section on how to improve your vocabulary for the IELTS speaking text. You will study lists of words for the topics most commonly tested on the IELTS speaking exam. PART 7: Three more complete IELTS speaking practice exams with model responses The book then has teacher''s comments on each task. There are also exercises that ask you to analyse how the vocabulary, grammar and phrases are used in the sample responses. Each of the three speaking practice exams has three tasks each, just like the real IELTS speaking test. There are twelve speaking tasks, and texts for twelve model responses are provided. PART 8: Twelve additional speaking practice tests The twelve additional speaking tests are on these topics: Culture and Cultural Events Education Environment Family and Friends Food and Nutrition Free Time, Hobbies and Leisure Newspapers, Media and Technology Role Models Shopping and Consumerism Television Transport Travel and Tourism See a free sample of this book: For a free sample of this book, please click on the "Look Inside" icon on the top left corner of this page. You may also be interested in our other IELTS publications: IELTS Listening Practice Tests - IELTS Self-Study Exam Preparation Book: For IELTS for Academic Purposes and General Training Modules For our "IELTS Listening Practice Tests Audio CD" go to: www.amazon.com/IELTS-Listening-Practice-Tests-Audio/dp/B00MEVO89M/ IELTS Vocabulary: IELTS Words for the IELTS for Academic Purposes English Test IELTS Reading Practice Tests: IELTS Guide for Self-Study Test Preparation for IELTS for Academic Purposes IELTS Writing Coursebook with IELTS Grammar Preparation and Language Practice: IELTS Essay Writing Guide for Task 1 of the Academic Module and Task 2 of the Academic and General Training Modules







Cambridge IELTS 10 Student's Book with Answers


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Cambridge IELTS 10 provides students with an excellent opportunity to familiarise themselves with IELTS and to practise examination techniques using authentic test material prepared by Cambridge English Language Assessment. It contains four complete tests for Academic module candidates, plus extra Reading and Writing modules for General Training module candidates. An introduction to these different modules is included in each book, together with with an explanation of the scoring system used by Cambridge English Language Assessment. A comprehensive section of answers and tapescripts makes the material ideal for students working partly or entirely on their own.




College Composition CLEP Test Study Guide


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2024 Edition Our CLEP study guides are different! The College Composition CLEP study guide TEACHES you what you need to know to pass the CLEP test. This study guide is more than just pages of sample test questions. Our easy to understand study guide will TEACH you the information. We've condensed what you need to know into a manageable book - one that will leave you completely prepared to tackle the test. This study guide includes sample test questions that will test your knowledge AND teach you new material. Your College Composition CLEP study guide also includes flashcards that are bound into the back of the book. Use these to memorize key concepts and terms. Anyone can take and pass a CLEP test. What are you waiting for? ****Testimonials****I just wanted to drop you guys a line and tell you that I passed my final CLEP exam last Monday which gives me all of the credits I need to graduate. I have taken 30 credits worth of CLEP exams and I've passed them all by using your study guides. I actually purchased one of your study guides and failed my first test. I didn't fail because of your guide though, I failed because I didn't manage my time effectively and I ran short. I looked at your study guide after failing though, and a lot of the information on your study guide was very relevant to what was on the test. So, I tried again with a different test and a different study guide of yours. I passed. This pattern continues for 30 credits. I graduate on June 9th thanks to you guys, so I wanted to say thank you. The guides were worth every penny. Thanks, -John S.****I would like to thank you for your study guides. I will be graduating in December with two bachelor degrees and CLEP helped me get there quickly. I gained 36 credits through CLEP and your study guides helped me through almost all of them. I can honestly say that I would not have passed many of the tests without your guides. Great products. Thanks!! -Erin W.****







Ielts Academic Writing


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Are you unsure how to achieve a score of 8+ in the IELTS writing section (academic test mode)? IELTS Academic Writing gives you a step by step guide for how to plan and write high scoring answers for the IELTS exam. If you're frustrated from taking the IELTS exam and not achieving the score you need, you're not alone. Many people fail to achieve the score they need in the writing section. But the good news is there are simple tips and strategies you can use immediately to improve your score. This book reveals the secrets, techniques and tips of top scorers. In this book, you'll learn: - Identify every question type quickly and easily - Use the scoring criteria to your advantage - Plan and structure your answers using a high score method - Increase your score using simple and effective strategies - Manage your time correctly IELTS Academic Writing is filled with highly effective tools and strategies you need to increase your writing score. If you need to achieve a score of 8 or above in the IELTS writing section (academic), this book is for you!




Examination Writing Task


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