How to Test Speaking Skills in Japan

112 Part 3: Three speaking test ideas Marking & Admin Tips

Be very clear about the deadline for handing in transcripts and self-evaluation handouts! Making this task part of the overall grade is one way to ensure timely completion A good time to go around and collect a copy of each pair’s best audio take is while students are busy writing out their transcripts Again, there are various ways to go about this depending on the tools you’re using

One idea: wireless transfer of audio files via Apple’s AirDrop utility Once you get hold of each pair’s recording, make sure to name it clearly This will help you keep things organized For example, you could follow this naming convention: Class #_Student A-Student B_Test_Date.mp3 Ex : Com1_TanakaYumi-YamadaKengo_Mid-term_10.9.mp3 You’ll notice that students working on their transcripts go about it in different ways Some work closely together, with one student controlling the playback while the other helps interpreting what was said Another common method is to share a single set of ear buds