TY - BOOK AU - Fulcher,Glenn TI - Testing second language speaking SN - 0582472709 (pbk) AV - P118.2 .F854 2003 U1 - 418.0071 22 PY - 2003/// CY - London PB - Pearson/Longman KW - Second language acquisition KW - Testing KW - English language KW - Spoken English KW - Examinations N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index; Preface 1. The history of testing second language speaking 2. Defining the construct 3. Tasks for second language speaking tests 4. Rating scales 5. Test specifications 6. Raters, training and administration 7. Evaluating second language speaking tests 8. Researching second language speaking tests ReferencesAppendicesIndex N2 - This title brings together in one volume a comprehensive account and critical analysis of testing second language speaking. It contains a wealth of examples including task types that are commonly used in speaking tests, approaches to researching speaking tests, and specific methodologies that teachers, students and test developers may use in their own projects. Annotated examples are presented to enhance understanding of practical testing projects ER -