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Self-assessment of language proficiency: rationale and applications

Oscarson, Mats·1989·Language Testing
DOI 10.1177/026553228900600103
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During the last 10 years there has been a surge of interest in methods for self- assessment of foreign language proficiency. Work has been undertaken in many parts of the world and several reports on both theoretical and practical issues have been published recently. This paper outlines the justification for adopting self-assessment principles in language teaching and learning, makes references to research and sources supporting the statements made, and also presents some ideas and materials that illustrate developments taking place.

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Authors
Oscarson, M.
Affiliations
University of Gothenburg (SE)
Corresponding author
Oscarson, Mats
Venue
Language Testing
Publisher
SAGE Publications
Published
1989-06
Volume
6
Issue
1
Pages
1-13
ISSN
  • 0265-5322 (ISSN-L)
  • 1477-0946
DOI
10.1177/026553228900600103
OpenAlex
W2144198174
Cited by
247
References
0
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FWCI
23.08
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Licence
journals.sagepub.com/page/policies/text-and-data-mining-license (tdm)
Locations
Language Testing (publishedVersion)
Topics
  • Social Sciences › Arts and Humanities › Language and Linguistics › EFL/ESL Teaching and Learning
  • Social Sciences › Education › Student Assessment and Feedback
  • Social Sciences › Linguistics and Language › Second Language Learning and Teaching
Keywords
self-assessment, foreign language proficiency, language proficiency assessment, language teaching and learning, learner autonomy

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