Language and Culture in the Multi-Ethnic Community: Spoken-Language Assessment.

Matluck, Joseph H.; Mace-Matluck, Betty J.

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Publication Date: 1975

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Language and Culture in the Multi-Ethnic Community: Spoken-Language Assessment

Matluck, Joseph H.; Mace-Matluck, Betty J.

Modern Language Journal, 59, 5-6, 250-255, Sep-Oct 75

Describes the research approach used to develop the MAT-SEA-CAL Oral Proficiency tests designed by the authors. Language test performance depends on both language proficiency and knowledge of the culture. (TL)

Descriptors: Cultural Influences, English (Second Language), Ethnic Groups, Language Proficiency, Language Tests, Performance Factors, Predictive Validity, Sociolinguistics, Test Bias, Test Construction

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