Episode 13 - Language Assessment: Research, Reliability and Fairness w/ Dr Ute Knoch & E2 Expert Alex

In this episode, E2 Expert Teacher Alex is joined by Associate Professor, Dr. Ute Knoch, Director of Melbourne University’s internationally renowned Language Testing Research Centre. They discuss the research that goes into high-stakes language tests like IELTS, TOEFL and OET, how reliable those tests are, and how candidates can best prepare for them. Find out more about Melbourne University’s Language Testing Research Centre here: https://arts.unimelb.edu.au/language-testing-research-centre Find Dr. Knoch’s co-authored book, 'Fairness, Justice and Language Assessment’ here: https://www.amazon.com.au/FAIRNESS-JUSTICE-LANGUAGE-ASSESSMENT-LINGUISTICS-ebook/dp/B07PNJRVCN Remember to check out e2language.com for IELTS, OET & TOEFL courses and e2school.com for general English language learning.

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E2 Talks is a monthly podcast where we chat about the English language landscape, conversing about topics relevant to ESL students. E2 Talks, an extension of E2Language, will provide listeners with extensive insights into topics that matter to our students. The goal here is to create a more laidback learning environment that you can access on your terms!