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BL
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712389
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b534578
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| Main Entry
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Bachman, Lyle F.,1944-
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| Title & Author
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Fundamental considerations in language testing /\ Lyle F. Bachman.
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| Publication Statement
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Oxford :: Oxford University Press,, c1990.
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| Series Statement
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Oxford applied linguistics
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| Page. NO
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xi, 408 p. :: ill. ;; 24 cm.
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| ISBN
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0194370038 (pbk)
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: 9780194370035 (pbk)
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| Bibliographies/Indexes
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 361-394) and index.
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| Contents
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Preface -- Introduction -- Measurement -- Uses of language tests -- Communicative language ability -- Test methods -- Reliability -- Validation -- Some persistent problems and future directions.
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| Abstract
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Offers a discussion of the basic concerns which underlie the development and use of language tests. Presenting a synthesis of research on testing, this book is useful for students on teacher education courses. It is also helpful for those professionally involved in designing and administering tests, acting as a complement to 'how to' books.
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Communicative competence.
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Language and languages-- Ability testing.
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Language and languages-- Examinations.
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