IELTS Washback in Context: Preparation for academic writing in higher education
IELTS Washback in Context: Preparation for academic
writing in higher education
- Anthony Green (2007) (ISBN-13: 9780521692922), Cambridge
2007.
Based upon a PhD
dissertation completed in 2003, this volume reports an empirical
study to investigate the washback of the IELTS writing subtest on
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) provision. The study examines
dedicated IELTS preparation courses alongside broader programmes
designed to develop the academic literacy skills required for
university study. Using a variety of data collection methods and
analytical techniques, the research explores the complex
relationship that exists between teaching and learning processes
and their outcomes. The role of IELTS in EAP provision is
evaluated, particularly in relation to the length of time and
amount of language support needed by learners to meet minimally
acceptable standards for English-medium tertiary study. This volume
will be of direct interest to providers and users of general
proficiency and EAP tests, as well as academic researchers and
graduate students interested in investigating test washback and
impact. It will also be relevant to teachers, lecturers and
researchers concerned with the development of EAP writing
skills.
This book is volume 25 in the series Studies in Language
Testing, published by Cambridge University Press. It is available
from booksellers or directly from the publisher http://www.cambridge.org/
