DEVELOPING TEACHER ASSESSMENT LITERACY IN RELATION TO INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH TESTING SYSTEMS
Keywords:
Teacher Assessment Literacy, International Testing , CEFR, IELTS, Professional DevelopmentAbstract
This article highlights the development of Teacher Assessment Literacy
(TAL) in relation to international English testing systems such as IELTS, TOEFL and
CEFR-based frameworks. It points out the significant role of teachers’ understanding
of marking standarts in making sure alignment in the middle of classroom practices
and global standarts.The paper explores usual problems educators face in creating
legal and trustworthy assessments as well as underlines the need for constant
professional growth to enhance TAL.
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