Abstrakt
Testing of foreign languages has recently undergone considerable development. In particular, new features such as standardization, validity, reliability and fairness have contributed to the improvement of foreign language testing.
E-learning platforms, such as Moodle at the tertiary level, have allowed students easy access to virtual testing regardless of physical location and thus e-learning has contributed to practical language skills. However, e-learning platforms have some drawbacks.
E-learning enables students to practice language skills such as reading, writing, listening, as well as grammar and vocabulary. Speaking skills, however, remain only marginally affected.
At the tertiary level, speaking is evaluated only in the form of a final oral exam. Therefore, emphasis must be placed on developing and improving methods for practicing speaking in the classroom and evaluating the speaking skills of students.
This may lead to an increase in the amount of time students will spend speaking, to the activation of passive vocabulary (so important in ESP classes), and to an improvement in the ability to express oneself with confidence. It could have a very positive impact on improving motivation, speaking skills, and interaction.
Participants will be encouraged to create practical activities focusing on speaking in teams.