Assessment Criteria Training

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Wiseman Skills KIDS:
Assessment Criteria
LYUDMILA KUZNETSOVA

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Language
Assessment
CEFR-aligned
High rate of
validity
High level of
security
Independent
and unique

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Test mission
To provide guidance to
learners by demonstrating
where they are on the
path of mastering a
foreign language.

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General guidelines for examiners
Assessment scales analysis
STEP1 exam structure and materials.
Video of STEP1 Exam 1.
Training
outline
Assessing STEP1 candidate’s answer.
STEP2 structure and materials.
Video of STEP2 exam, assessment practice.
STEP3 Video.
Questions, comments.

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Speaking Exam
Main Features
▪ Corresponds to CEFR levels
▪ Tests learners’ use of language
in natural contexts
▪ Natural, recurring characters
used in all parts of the exam
▪ Is based on experience with
Cambridge tests for Young
Learners

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Exam Materials
• The Speaking Exam Guidelines booklet
• STEP1 - 3 Procedure booklets
• Sets of pictures to be used by candidates
• Sets of cards (for STEP1 exam)
• Speaking Mark Sheets

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STEP1 Materials
and Procedure

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STEP1 Exam Procedure Video
Watch the video
Any questions? Comments?

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STEP2 Materials
and Procedure

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STEP2 Procedure Video
Watch the video
Any questions? Comments?

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STEP3 Materials
and Procedure

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STEP3 Procedure Video
Watch the video
Any questions? Comments?

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That’s it. Thank you!