Washback from Four-Skills English Exams in the Japanese Secondary School Context | Synapse
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Washback from Four-Skills English Exams in the Japanese Secondary School Context
Key Points
This article examines how English exams influence teaching and learning in Japanese secondary schools.
Analyzed the washback effects of four-skills English exams
Conducted surveys and interviews with educators and students
Evaluated curriculum changes resulting from exam structures
Identified significant influence of exams on teaching practices
Found alignment issues between exams and curriculum objectives
Highlighted areas where curriculum improvements are necessary
Abstract
This is an Accepted Manuscript of an article published by Taylor & Francis in Language Assessment Quarterly on 16 Dec 2024, available at: https://doi.org/10.1080/15434303.2024.2440895.