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Standardization Practices & Marker Training at Özyeğin University. FOAI-3 @ Özyeğin University 21st March 2014. Standardizing and Training Exam Administrators. Training Exam Proctors Exam proctoring sessions prior to the test Reviewing proctoring guidelines
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Standardization Practices & Marker Training at Özyeğin University FOAI-3 @ Özyeğin University 21st March 2014
Standardizing and TrainingExam Administrators • Training Exam Proctors • Exam proctoring sessions prior to the test • Reviewing proctoring guidelines 2. Training Interlocutors for Speaking Tests Interlocutor training sessions focusing on: • familiarizing interlocutors with test content and test procedures and administration • clarifying interlocutor roles and responsibilities • reviewing interlocutor guidelines
Standardizing and Training Markers – Objective Marking Reviewing marking guidelines Providing answer key with acceptable and unacceptable answers For open-ended Qs, collating alternative possible answers during first marking Double marking
Standardizing and Training Markers – Subjective Marking Speaking • Standardization session of 90 mins1-2 days prior to the test • Experienced markers involved in marking • Familiarizing markers with test criteria and feedback form, clarifying criteria if necessary • Viewing samples and trying to reach consensus grades • Single marking Writing • Reviewing marking guidelines • Standardization session of 90 mins on the day of marking • All level instructors involved in marking • Viewing samples, trying to reach consensus grades (defining ground rules, setting standards, clarifying criteria) • First and second marking & grade compilation (3rd marking if necessary)