Language Program Evaluation: Decisions, Problems and Solutions

1995 ◽  
Vol 15 ◽  
pp. 227-248 ◽  
Author(s):  
James Dean Brown

In referring to evaluation, this chapter is not describing the testing that is done in language programs. As Alderson put it, “evaluation is the process of seeking to establish the value of something for some purpose, a test is an instrument for gauging learning outcomes” (1986:5, emphasis added). The use of the word testing will refer only to the instruments. The term evaluation will be used to include all of the instruments and processes involved in gathering information to make judgements about the value of an educational program. More precisely, language program evaluation will be understood as the systematic collection and analysis of information necessary to improve a curriculum, assess its effectiveness and efficiency, and determine participants' attitudes within the context of a particular institution (Brown 1989; 1995).

LETRAS ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (61) ◽  
pp. 93
Author(s):  
Asunción Martínez-Arbelaiz

Mostrar la eficacia de un programa de enseñanza de lenguas ante las partes interesadas y a la vez señalar áreas o aspectos por mejorar son los objetivos de la evaluación de programas. En este artículo se describe el proceso de evaluación de tres programas de español como segunda lengua en situación de inmersión, en el que se difuminan los límites entre el aprendizaje dentro y fuera del aula. La investigación narrativa se presenta como opción metodológica que permite comprender la experiencia de los participantes, de forma completa y matizada. Abstract To show the efficiency of a given language program to interested stakeholders and to point to areas or aspects that require improvement are the two main objectives of any program evaluation. In this article, we describe the evaluation process of three Spanish as a second language programs in a study abroad context, where boundaries between learning inside and outside the classroom necessarily blur. Narrative inquiry is our methodological option because it allows us to understand the students experience in a holistic and nuanced manner.


2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 39-52
Author(s):  
Irfan lhatif Mashur ◽  
Baili

Abstrak Program evaluation is a systematic series of activities in order to find information about performance results and criteria that have been predetermined standards in order to overcome problems, or problems in program implementation. Arabic language programs hosted by the Al-Azhal Islamic boarding school are one of several programs that are still in the development stage. However, this program is able to provide motivation and interest for students to learn Arabic. In general, the implementation of the program evaluation at the boarding school of poor al-Azhar is said to be successful with good achievement indicators. Among students are able to use Arabic as an oral language in communication, and the creation of a happy Arabic learning atmosphere. the purpose of the study was to find out the process of conducting an evaluation of the Arabic Language program in Al-Azhar Islamic boarding school. In this study using a type of qualitative descriptive research, as an instrument that researchers conduct observations and interviews directly with educators, students and related parties as a source of data in this study, and as additional data, namely study documents. This study concludes that the implementation of program evaluations at the poor al-Azhar boarding school uses a discrevancy model or gap model, a Goal-Oriented Evaluation Model and a Decision-Oriented Evaluation Model. Keyword: Evaluation, program implementation, Arabic language   Abstrak Evaluasi program merupakan rangkaian kegiatan yang sistematis dalam rangka mencari informasi tentang hasil kinerja dan kriteria yang menjadi standar yang telah ditetapkan sebelumnya guna mengatasi masalah-masalah, ataupun kendala  dalam pelaksanaan program. program Bahasa arab dipondok pesantren Al-azhal malang merupakan salah satu dari beberapa program yang masih dalam tahap pengembangan. Meski demikian, program ini mampu memberi motivasi dan ketertarikan bagi peserta didik untuk belajar Bahasa arab.. Secara umum, pelaksanaan evaluasi program dipondok pesantren al-azhar malang dikatakan sukses dengan indikator-indikator pencapain yang baik. Diantaranya peserta didik mampu mengunakan Bahasa arab sebagai Bahasa lisan dalam berkomunikasi, dan terciptanya suasana belajar Bahasa arab yang happy. tujuan dari penelitian ialah untuk mengetahui proses pelaksaan evaluasi program Bahasa Arab di pondok pesantren Al-azhar. Dalam penelitian ini mengunakan jenis penelitian deskriftif kualitatif, sebagai instrumennya yakni peneliti melakukan observasi dan wawancara langsung kepada pendidik, peserta didik dan pihak-pihak yang terkait sebagai sumber data dalam penelitian ini, dan sebagai  data tambahan  yakni study dokumen. Penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa, pelaksanaan evaluasi program dipondok pesantren al-azhar malang mengunakan model discrevancy atau model kesenjangan, Model Evaluasi Berorientasi Tujuan dan Model Evaluasi Berorientasi Keputusan. Kata kunci: evaluasi, pelaksanaan program, Bahasa arab


2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 65-69
Author(s):  
Moh Fachri

Learning process is the most important part in education as an effort to mature learners, The success of the learning process becomes a benchmark achievement of learning objectives. To know the achievement of the success of learning objectives, it must be done evaluation / assessment. In particular the purpose of evaluation to determine the progress of learning outcomes of learners after following the learning, as well as to determine the level of effectiveness and efficiency of methods, strategies that teachers use in learning. Evaluation of learning has an important and strategic meaning in education, because the learning process becomes meaningful, as well as its evaluation results can be used as a basis to determine the next step, for teachers, principals, institutions, parents, and government. The importance of learning evaluation can be seen from the approach of the learning process, the characteristics of professional educators, and the institutional approach, but it can also be seen from its purpose, function and principles and the validity and reliability of its evaluation tool.


2016 ◽  
Vol 100 (S1) ◽  
pp. 169-189 ◽  
Author(s):  
John M. Norris

AAESPH Review ◽  
1979 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 346-353 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dennis R. Knapczyk ◽  
Richard B. Dever

In attempting to provide a full range of educational services to severely handicapped persons, school systems will encounter many problems over and above those which can be handled by qualified classroom teachers. Among these problems are curriculum development, staff in-service training and consultation, program evaluation, and educational program liaison with other school and community programs. To handle these problems, supervisory personnel must receive training beyond that given to regular administrative personnel. This article describes the areas in which training should be provided.


1986 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 41 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gail V. Barrington

The article describes a program evaluation study of a special English as a Second Language program conducted by the Calgary Board of Education entitled CORE-ESL. This program was developed to meet the needs of a group of 18 to 21 year olds with a severe gap in their schooling due to political upheaval and war. The program was funded for a one-year period by a local foundation which requested that an external evaluation be conducted. The study was designed as a naturalistic model involving five stages of data collection and participant involvement. These five stages are described and study recommendations and outcomes are outlined. A composite student profile, developed in the study, is appended to the article.


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