Abstract

Describes a computer program that takes multiple-choice cloze passages and compiles them into proofreading exercises. Results reveal that such a computerized test type can be used to accurately measure the proficiency of students of English as a Second Language in Hong Kong. (14 references) (Author/CK)

Citation

Coniam, D. (1997). A Computerised English Language Proofing Cloze Program. Computer Assisted Language Learning, 10(1), 83-97. Retrieved March 2, 2021 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/81546/.

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Keywords

• Cloze Procedure
• College Students
• Computer Assisted Instruction
• Computer Assisted Testing
• English (Second Language)
• Error Analysis (Language)
• Foreign Countries
• Item Analysis
• Language Proficiency
• Multiple Choice Tests
• Proofreading
• reading comprehension
• Second Language Instruction
• Student Reaction
• Test Results