Washback of the ICFES Exam: A Case Study of Two Schools in the Departamento del Atlántico.

Norma Barletta; Ofelia May

doi:10.17533/udea.ikala.2787

Authors

Norma Barletta Universidad del Norte
Ofelia May Universidad del Norte

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17533/udea.ikala.2787

Keywords:

ICFES exam, washback effect, dimensions of washback, English language tea¬ching

Abstract

This study explores the impact of the compulsory state examinations at the end of secondary schooling (the ICFES exams) on English teaching practices in Colombia, since these examinations were modified in 2000. More specifically, we describe the washback effect of the English Test in two public schools. The washback effect is discussed, and results presented that were obtained through the triangulation of information and sources.

Received: 28-03-06 / Accepted: 31-07-06

How to reference this article:

Barletta, N & May, O. (2006). Washback of the ICFES Exam: A Case Study of Two Schools in the Departamento del Atlántico. Íkala. 11(1), pp. 235 – 261

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Author Biographies

Norma Barletta, Universidad del Norte

Norma Barletta is a teacher and researcher at the Instituto de Estudios Superiores en Educación, in Universidad del Norte.

Ofelia May, Universidad del Norte

Ofelia May works as a teacher and researcher at the Instituto de Estudios Superiores en Educación, in Universidad del Norte.

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