Introduction
This placement test aims to assess advanced level English language proficiency through a video-recorded performance task. The test focuses on advanced language skills, including complex language structures, nuanced vocabulary, and critical thinking. The topic of the future of education provides a stimulating and relevant framework for candidates to demonstrate their language abilities.
Part A: Deliver a Talk (5 minutes)
Task: Analyze the impact of information technology on education.
Discuss the ways in which information technology has transformed traditional learning methods.
Evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of technology-integrated education.
Explore the potential of technology to address educational disparities and challenges.
Offer insights into the future of education in a technology-driven world.
Assessment Criteria
Fluency and coherence: Ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and logically.
Vocabulary: Sophisticated vocabulary related to technology, education, and societal impact.
Grammar: Accurate use of advanced grammatical structures, including conditionals, subjunctive mood, and complex sentence patterns.
Pronunciation: Clear articulation and intelligibility, even with complex language.
Content: Depth of analysis and critical thinking about the role of technology in education.
Part B: Personal Preference (5 minutes)
Task: Discuss the potential implications of AI, innovative technologies, and digital resources on education.
Explore the possibilities and challenges posed by AI in the classroom.
Analyze the impact of emerging technologies on teaching and learning processes.
Evaluate the role of digital resources in personalized learning and student engagement.
Speculate on the future of education in light of these developments.
Assessment Criteria
Fluency and coherence: Ability to engage in speculative discourse and present a cohesive argument.
Vocabulary: Advanced vocabulary related to artificial intelligence, technology, and educational innovation.
Grammar: Accurate use of hypothetical language, future tenses, and complex sentence structures.
Pronunciation: Clear articulation and intelligibility when discussing complex topics.
Content: Depth of knowledge and critical thinking about the future of education.
Part C: Personal Choice (5 minutes)
Task: Compare and contrast the values, attitudes, and behaviors of different generations in relation to education.
Analyze the generational differences in educational priorities and expectations.
Discuss the impact of technological advancements on intergenerational relationships.
Explore the challenges and opportunities for effective communication between generations in the educational context.
Offer insights into fostering intergenerational collaboration and understanding.
Assessment Criteria
Fluency and coherence: Ability to compare and contrast complex ideas and perspectives.
Vocabulary: Sophisticated vocabulary related to generational differences, cultural values, and social dynamics.
Grammar: Accurate use of comparative and superlative structures, as well as discourse markers for comparison and contrast.
Pronunciation: Clear articulation and intelligibility when expressing nuanced ideas.
Content: In-depth understanding of generational differences and their implications for education.