Language Assessment Courses: An Investigation of the Course Instructors’ Pedagogical and Assessment Practices

Table 5

Comparing the distribution of variables related to teaching methodology between class A and B.

Variables	Class		Median (Q1, Q3)	Min, max	-value
Instructor uses multiple modes of instruction (i.e., small group discussion, practical works, and student lecturing)	Class A		1.00 (1.00, 2.00)	1, 2	0.104
	Class B		1.00 (1.00, 1.00)	1, 2
Instructor allow students share their assessment-related concerns and experiences	Class A		2.00 (2.00, 3.00)	2, 3	<0.001
	Class B		2.00 (1.00, 1.00)	1, 2
Instructor investigates students’ learning needs	Class A		1.00 (0.00, 1.00)	0, 2	0.053
	Class B		0.00 (0.00, 1.00)	0, 1
Tasks are assigned effectively to have practice in various aspects of assessment	Class A		1.00 (1.00, 2.00)	0, 2	0.084
	Class B		0.00 (0.00, 1.00)	0, 1
Instructor suggests additional resources to facilitate student learning	Class A		1.00 (1.00, 2.00)	0, 2	<0.00
	Class B		1.00 (0.00, 1.00)	0, 2

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