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1.1 An integrative validation of the old HSK |
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1.2 Why a validation of the old HSK is useful |
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1.3 Research overview and approach |
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1.5 Other Chinese language proficiency tests |
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1.6 Transcription system in this work |
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2.1 Definition of central terms |
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2.2 Ability/trait vs. context/situation/task |
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30 | (3) |
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2.3 Language proficiency in CFL |
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33 | (8) |
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2.4 Current views of language proficiency |
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41 | (2) |
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2.5 Approach for this work |
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3 Test theory for language testing |
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3.1 Classical test theory and item response theory |
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3.2 Quality standards of language tests |
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48 | (12) |
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50 | (2) |
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3.2.3 Validity (overview) |
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3.3 Validity theory and validation |
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3.3.5 Messick's unitary concept |
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3.4.1 Kane's argument-based approach to validity |
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3.4.2 Why use an argument-based approach? |
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3.4.3 An argument-based approach for the old HSK |
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4 An argument-based validation of the HSK |
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4.1 Trait labeling, target domain description, and target domain sampling |
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4.1.1 The intended goals of the HSK |
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4.1.2 The target language domain of the four skills |
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101 | (6) |
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4.1.3 Interfaces between TCFL and testing |
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107 | (1) |
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4.1.4 Content and target domain sampling |
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108 | (15) |
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4.1.5 The role of the item writer and the item pool |
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123 | (5) |
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128 | (1) |
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4.2 Scoring/Evaluation (Inference 1) |
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4.2.1 Appropriate scoring rubrics |
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4.2.2 Psychometric quality of norm-referenced scores |
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139 | (6) |
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4.2.3 Task administration conditions |
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145 | (2) |
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147 | (1) |
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4.3 Generalization (Inference 2) |
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4.3.1 Reliability of the HSK |
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148 | (7) |
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4.3.2 Norm-reference group |
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155 | (5) |
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160 | (9) |
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4.3.4 Generalizability studies |
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169 | (4) |
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173 | (11) |
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4.4 Extrapolation (Inference 3) |
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4.4.1 Trace-back studies---Hsk's predictive validity |
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4.4.2 Concurrent validity of the HSK |
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4.5 Explanation (Additional Inference) |
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4.5.1 HSK scores, instructional time and proficiency differences |
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4.5.2 The old HSK as a measure for productive skills |
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4.5.3 Internal construct validity |
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220 | (18) |
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238 | (8) |
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4.6 Decision-making/Utilization (Inference 4) |
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248 | (13) |
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248 | (4) |
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4.6.2 The interpretation of HSK scores |
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252 | (2) |
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4.6.3 Influence on teaching and learning CFL |
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254 | (5) |
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259 | (2) |
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5 German HSK test taker scores and their Chinese study background |
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5.1 The HSK as a research tool |
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5.1.1 Research on proficiency and study time |
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5.1.2 Central research question |
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267 | (1) |
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5.1.4 Quantitative approach and goals |
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5.1.5 Population and sampling |
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5.1.6 Operationalization and investigation method |
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271 | (2) |
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5.1.8 Survey and data collection |
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274 | (1) |
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5.2.1 Native vs. non-native Chinese test takers |
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5.2.2 Preconditions for investigating correlations |
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284 | (3) |
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5.2.3 Relation of HSK scores to study hours and years |
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287 | (4) |
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5.2.4 Can study hours and/or years predict Chinese competence? |
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291 | (1) |
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5.4 Implications for CFL in Germany and Western learners |
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6 The validity argument for the old HSK |
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297 | (8) |
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305 | (2) |
Tables |
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307 | (4) |
Figures |
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Appendix A |
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Appendix B |
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Bibliography |
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