Theoretical models, assessment frameworks and test construction

The article reviews the usefulness of several models of proficiency that have influenced second language testing in the last two decades. The review indicates that several factors contribute to the lack of congruence between models and test construction, and makes a case for distinguishing between theoretical models, which attempt to represent the proficiency construct in various contexts and oper ational assessment frameworks, which depict the construct in particular contexts. Additionally, the article underscores the significance of an empirical, contex tualized and structured approach to the development of assessment frameworks.

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