Issues on the principles of language assessment

  • Senior teacher, Department of Methods of Teaching English, Uzbekistan State World Languages University
  • Senior teacher, Department of Methods of Teaching English, Uzbekistan State World Languages University

DOI

https://doi.org/10.47689/2181-3701-vol3-iss1-pp126-131

Keywords

language assessment , validity , reliability , practicality , authenticity , washback , digital learning , artificial intelligence

Abstract

Language assessment is a crucial aspect of language teaching, ensuring the accurate evaluation of learners’ abilities. Effective assessment is based on principles such as validity, reliability, practicality, authenticity, and washback, each contributing to a fair and meaningful evaluation. Modern education integrates digital tools and artificial intelligence to enhance assessment efficiency and feedback quality. A comprehensive learning system combines traditional and digital methods with diverse assessment approaches to support different learner needs. However, maintaining fairness and effectiveness in assessments remains a challenge, requiring a deep understanding of both pedagogical and technological approaches.

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Umarova, M. and Usmonova, R. 2025. Issues on the principles of language assessment. Foreign Linguistics and Lingvodidactics. 3, 1 (Jan. 2025), 126–131. DOI:https://doi.org/10.47689/2181-3701-vol3-iss1-pp126-131.

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13.00.00 - PEDAGOGICAL SCIENCES