English Language Instructors' Perceptions and Practices in Teaching to the Test at PYU, PSAU in the KSA
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https://doi.org/10.17507/tpls.1508.09Keywords:
perceptions, practices language teaching, testing, syllabus, participationAbstract
The study aimed at exploring the perspectives of English instructors on teaching English syllabuses and testing procedures, particularly focusing on design, validity, washback, and their contribution to test creation. Data were collected via a questionnaire from 40 instructors at Sattam bin Abdulaziz Preparatory Year Program during the academic year 2023-2024. The findings underscored instructors' profound understanding of teaching methodology and active engagement in syllabus development, evident in their involvement in language testing processes. Instructors also exhibited decision-making independence regarding their tests. These insights demonstrated the collaborative nature of language test-taking, which empowered educators to contribute meaningfully to assessment practices, thereby creating an environment that fostered learning for language learners.
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