Product description

Written by a leading expert in both language testing and the nature of reading in a second or foreign language, this book provides a comprehensive treatment of the assessment of reading in a foreign or second language. The book reviews theory, research, and practice in the assessment of reading. It provides the novice with a comprehensive overview of the basic principles of reading assessment, and the researcher with an in-depth discussion of the major issues in the field.

Key features

• Includes a review of research into the psychological, social, and cognitive factors involved in reading.
• Provides comprehensive guidance on assessment, and test construction.
• Discusses the implications for assessment of computer-based testing.