LEARNERS- ATTITUDE TOWARDS THE IMPLEMENTATION OF STANDARDIZED TEST OF ACADEMIC ENGLISH PROFICIENCY TEST
Elok Putri Nimasari, Restu Mufanti, Rohfin Andria Gestanti
Universitas Muhammadiyah Ponorogo
nimasari[at]umpo.ac.id
Abstract
English language competence plays an importance role for social and economic sectors. As one of required skill for the market demands, English test is often conducted to measure one-s ability for both active and passive English language skills. Recent studies have found that the commonest international tests are considered unnecessary for non-native English countries- pedagogical background. Therefore, Standardized Test of Academic English Proficiency Test (STAcEP) is designed to fill the gaps between the need of English language assessment and Indonesian socio-educational curriculum. Some previous studies of STAcEP research has focused on the test validity and reliability. However, study of learners- attitude has not been conducted to evaluate to what extent the test is significantly correlated with their engagement with the test. This study aims to investigate learners- attitude towards the implementation of STAcEP test instrument. In order to report accurately learners- attitudes, a learner engagement of test participation questionnaire is electronically distributed to 750 participants. Thus, the data are analyzed qualitatively and presented according to learners- attitude indicators: self-concept, learning strategies, and engagement. The results revealed that various responds of the aforementioned indicators have been performed by the learners. Moreover, the finding of the study is expected to be a framework for STAcEP test preparation classes.
Keywords: learners- attitude, standardized test of academic English proficiency test, language test assessment engagement
Topic: Education