Advanced issues in language testing research including recent developments in the following areas: language testing hypotheses, item analysis, reliability, dependability, and validity. Pre: 490 or consent.
This course will explore advanced issues in language testing research. Students will learn theoretical concepts that are applicable to language testing problems. The following general areas will be covered: overview of advanced language testing hypotheses, advanced concepts for item analysis, test consistency from diverse perspectives, and innovative techniques for establishing test validity.