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SHS Web Conf.
Volume 199, 2024
2024 International Conference on Language Research and Communication (ICLRC 2024)
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Article Number | 01005 | |
Number of page(s) | 6 | |
Section | Language Academy and Education | |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1051/shsconf/202419901005 | |
Published online | 23 October 2024 |
English language assessment practices in Chinese universities: A critical examination of testing methods and their implications for student learning
School of Western Languages and Cultures, Harbin Normal University, 150025 Harbin, China
* Corresponding author: lorale@usf.edu
English, as an essential skill for cross-cultural communication, underpins China’s globalization efforts. Currently, English assessment methods in Chinese universities primarily rely on traditional paper-and-pencil tests and standardized examinations. While these methods are effective in evaluating vocabulary, grammar, and reading skills, they fall short in assessing practical skills such as listening and speaking. This paper examines the current state and challenges of English language assessment in Chinese universities, highlighting its limitations and proposing improvements. The study finds that the current assessment system places excessive emphasis on test scores and neglects practical language application abilities. Through a literature review, this paper identifies existing problems in university English teaching, discusses the feasibility of diversifying assessment forms, increases the weight of listening and speaking tests, and suggests innovative evaluation methods. The paper also recommends learning from advanced foreign language assessment practices, enhancing practical tests, and utilizing modern technology for assessments to improve fairness and effectiveness, thereby promoting the comprehensive development of students’ language abilities.
© The Authors, published by EDP Sciences, 2024
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