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Other Tests |
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- Uses formal item types like ‘tick the box’ or ‘fill gaps’, unrelated to real life language use
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- Adaptive: content of each test matches the candidates interests and needs
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- Single, predetermined content and item types. The same for everyone
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- Tests may be specialised for general, academic, vocational or other purposes
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- Single model for all purposes
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- Quick turnaround of results
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- Often long delays before results are received
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- Tests are booked to suit individual candidates and testers
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- Fixed dates for everyone, non-negotiable. Often with delays
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- One-to-one testing and tutoring
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- Item types reflecting how individuals use language
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- Formal item types for mass administration
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