학술논문

The Versant Spanish™ Test.
Document Type
Article
Source
Language Testing. Apr2009, Vol. 26 Issue 2, p313-322. 10p.
Subject
*Language ability testing
*Spanish language
*Language & education
*Oral communication
Oral communication ability testing
Performance standards
Outcome-based education
Technological innovations
Language
ISSN
0265-5322
Abstract
The article discusses the ability of Versant SpanishTM Test in assessing individual's ability to speak and understand Spanish language. The author states that the method applies state-of-the-art technology to language assessment in a quick and efficient tool. In addition, developers Pearson Education Group indicates that the test can be used to measure proficiency, educational and professional placement and development and exit measure. Moreover, the method can be administered over the telephone or computer for 15 minutes.