Relationships between learning motivations and practices as influenced by a high-stakes language test: The mechanism of washback on learning
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DOI: 10.1016/j.stueduc.2020.100967
Abstract: Abstract This study investigated the statistical relationships between four motivational variables (i.e., intrinsic and extrinsic goal orientations, self-efficacy and perceived task value) and three types of learning practices (test drilling, rote learning and normal learning… read more here.
Keywords: washback; washback learning; high stakes; learning activities ... See more keywords
Standardized proficiency tests in a campus-wide English curriculum: a washback study
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DOI: 10.1186/s40468-019-0096-5
Abstract: Washback refers to the influence of tests on learning and teaching. To date, a number of studies have revealed that tests affect teaching content, course design, and classroom practices. However, in Asian higher education contexts,… read more here.
Keywords: proficiency tests; washback; english curriculum; proficiency ... See more keywords