Kane described how validation involves an interpretative argument, i.e. a specification of the proposed test interpretation and use, and a validity argument which provides an evaluation of the interpretative argument [ 32].
Although previous studies have accumulated multiple pieces of validity evidence for the interpretation and use of Criterion®, validity evidence for local users is essential to interpret and use test scores in a meaningful way.
for interpretation and use by humans.
While Salafi is not the mainstream Islamic view, extremist groups have linked themselves to the Salafi interpretation and use it as a reason for their actions.
For this aim, we examine the validity of the interpretation and use for assessing second language (L2) writing proficiency at a university in Japan, when the interpretation and use are made based on scores derived from Criterion®.
However, not all ANA are associated with AARD thus complicating the interpretation and use of the test results [4].
Some general remarks about the scope, interpretation and use of rational choice models open and conclude the paper.
This study puts emphasis on fair testing practice at different phases of test planning, development, administration, and specifically interpretation and use.
This paper aims to provide validity evidence for the interpretation and use of Criterion® for assessing second language (L2) writing proficiency at a university in Japan.
To provide validity evidence for the interpretation and use of Criterion® for assessing L2 writing proficiency at a university in Japan, we examined three research questions.
Firstly, pedagogically, our findings can be used as backing for supporting the validity of the interpretation and use based on Criterion® scores, as explored in the Discussion.
