ASSESSING STUDENTS’ LANGUAGE SKILLS: BEST PRACTICES AND STRATEGIES
Qo‘qon universiteti jahon tillari kafedrasi dotsenti, filologiya fanlari nomzodi O.Mamaziyayev taqrizi ostida
Keywords:
Language assessment, Student proficiency, Fomative assessment, Summative assessment, Performance-based evaluation, Peer and self-assessment,technology-enhanced assessment, Constructive feedback.Abstract
Assessing students' language proficiency is essential for academic success and personal growth. This article explores best practices for evaluating language skills across speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Effective assessments help teachers identify strengths, address weaknesses, and tailor instruction accordingly. A balanced approach combining formative, summative, performance-based, and self-assessments ensures comprehensive evaluation. Formative assessments, such as peer reviews and reflective journals, provide real-time feedback, while summative assessments measure overall competency. Performance-based tasks, including presentations and role-plays, enhance real-world application. Technology-driven assessments further improve efficiency. Constructive feedback is crucial for student improvement, fostering confidence and motivation. Feedback should be specific, actionable, and timely to encourage meaningful learning. Beyond grading, assessments should guide continuous language development and skill enhancement. When structured effectively, they become powerful tools for student empowerment, ensuring their preparedness for academic and professional success. Ultimately, language assessment should be an evolving process that supports lifelong learning.
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