ELT565 Evaluation in English Language Teaching
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English language and literature, Teaching
Almasa Mulalić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
-develop knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of assessment of students learning a foreign language -provide practical experience in developing plans and projects for assessment and evaluation of students and educational intervention. -introduces students with basic skills for analyzing and presenting data -develop an understanding of the basic principles of standardized testing
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Fulcher, G. and Davidson, F. (2012) The Routledge Handbook of Language Testing. Routledge.
Additional Literature
Huges. A. (1992). Testing for Language Teachers. Cambridge University Press. Mousavi, S. A. (2009). An encyclopedic dictionary of language testing (4th ed.).Tehran, Iran; Rahnama Publications. Fulcher, G., & Davidson, F. (Eds.). (2012). The Routledge handbook of language testing. Abingdon, UK: Routledge. Kunnan, A. J. (2014). The companion to language assessment. New York, NY:John Wiley & Sons. Brown, H. D., Abeywickrama, P. (1918). Language Assessment, Principles and Classroom Practices. Pearson.Teaching Methods
Lectures in the form of short lectures and examinations; case research (through group analysis and discussion); analysis of peer presentation (through providing peer feedback); written assignments (through topics that have been previously determined
Which will require research and synthesis of collected data); student presentations
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Conceptions of validity | Textbook; 21-34 |
| 2 | Articulating a validity argument | Textbook; 34-48 |
| 3 | Validity issues in designing accommodations for English language learners | Textbook; 48-63 |
| 4 | Classroom assessment | Textbook; 66-78 |
| 5 | Washback | Textbook; 79-92 |
| 6 | Assessing young learners | Textbook; 93-105 |
| 7 | Diagnostic assessment in language classrooms | Textbook; 120-134 |
| 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | Textbook; 1-190 |
| 9 | Designing language tests for specific social uses | Textbook; 136-149 |
| 10 | Language assessment for immigration and citizenship | Textbook; 161-177 |
| 11 | Social dimensions of language testing | Textbook; 178-194 |
| 12 | Test specifications and criterion referenced assessment | Textbook; 195-207 |
| 13 | Evidence-centered design in language testing | Textbook; 208-222 |
| 14 | Claims, evidence, and inference in performance assessment | 223-234 |
| 15 | Revission | additional literature |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELT565.1 | Course | Monday 17:00 - 19:50 | B F2.6 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 11:00 | B F2.7C | |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 11:00 | B F2.7C | |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 11:00 | B F2.7C | |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 11:00 | B F2.7C | |
| Friday | 09:00 - 11:00 | B F2.7C |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Term Project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3
Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 4
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Assignments
40 hours ⏳ (4 week × 10 h)
Active tutorials
21 hours ⏳ (7 week × 3 h)
Home study
14 hours ⏳ (14 week × 1 h)
In term exam study
10 hours ⏳ (1 week × 10 h)
Final exam study
14 hours ⏳ (1 week × 14 h)
Term project presentation
6 hours ⏳ (2 week × 3 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ELT565] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| ELT565 | Evaluation in English Language Teaching | 2 | 1 | 6 | Monday 17:00-19:50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Almasa Mulalić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 9:00-11:00 Tuesday: 9:00-11:00 Wednesday: 9:00-11:00 Thursday: 9:00-11:00 Friday: 9:00-11:00 |
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| amulalic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | -develop knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of assessment of students learning a foreign language -provide practical experience in developing plans and projects for assessment and evaluation of students and educational intervention. -introduces students with basic skills for analyzing and presenting data -develop an understanding of the basic principles of standardized testing |
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| Textbook | Fulcher, G. and Davidson, F. (2012) The Routledge Handbook of Language Testing. Routledge. | |||||||||
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lectures in the form of short lectures and examinations; case research (through group analysis and discussion); analysis of peer presentation (through providing peer feedback); written assignments (through topics that have been previously determined, which will require research and synthesis of collected data); student presentations | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Conceptions of validity | Textbook; 21-34 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Articulating a validity argument | Textbook; 34-48 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Validity issues in designing accommodations for English language learners | Textbook; 48-63 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Classroom assessment | Textbook; 66-78 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Washback | Textbook; 79-92 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Assessing young learners | Textbook; 93-105 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Diagnostic assessment in language classrooms | Textbook; 120-134 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | Textbook; 1-190 | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Designing language tests for specific social uses | Textbook; 136-149 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Language assessment for immigration and citizenship | Textbook; 161-177 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Social dimensions of language testing | Textbook; 178-194 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Test specifications and criterion referenced assessment | Textbook; 195-207 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Evidence-centered design in language testing | Textbook; 208-222 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Claims, evidence, and inference in performance assessment | 223-234 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Revission | additional literature | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1, 2, 3, 4, | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Term Project | 1 | 40 | 2, 3, | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation | 1 | 20 | 1, 2, 4, | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Assignments | 10 | 4 | 40 | |||
| Active tutorials | 3 | 7 | 21 | Home study | 1 | 14 | 14 | |||
| In term exam study | 10 | 1 | 10 | Final exam study | 14 | 1 | 14 | |||
| Term project presentation | 3 | 2 | 6 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 23/03/2026 | |||||||||