LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT IN EDUCATION OF ENGLAND
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Keywords: language assessment, education, England, standardized testing, formative assessment, summative assessment, language proficiency, educational policy.##article.abstract##
This article explores the various language assessment practices within England's
educational framework, analyzing the objectives, methodologies, and impacts on
students' academic outcomes. It also discusses recent developments in language
assessment, including standardized testing, formative and summative assessments, and
teacher-based evaluations. By examining the strengths and limitations of these
assessment practices, this paper sheds light on how language assessment can be further
optimized to enhance language learning and overall educational quality in England.
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