Comparison of Language Testing Methods: A Comparative Study on HSK and Other Language Tests
Journal: Journal of Higher Education Research DOI: 10.32629/jher.v5i6.3416
Abstract
This study aims to compare the similarities and differences between HSK and other major international language tests, focusing on the differences between IELTS, TOPIK and TestDaF in test format, scoring criteria and evaluation methods. By comparing each language test's listening, reading, writing and speaking parts, this paper explores the applicability, international influence and comprehensive evaluation of language proficiency of different language tests. The results show that although the language tests differ in specific forms and evaluation criteria, they all examine language learners' abilities in multiple dimensions, and their respective design characteristics reflect the specific needs of their culture and language. This article provides theoretical foundation and practical advice for the optimization of language proficiency test and cross-language comparison.
Keywords
HSK, IELTS, TOPIK, TestDaF, language proficiency test, listening comprehension, reading comprehension, scoring criteria
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[5]Xiao Ruoluo. (2013). Comparative study on the new HSK and IELTS language tests (Doctoral dissertation, Central China Normal University).
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