Test Taking Strategy Use on the Reading Section of the TOEFL IBT
King Khalid University's Language Research Center played host to an engaging seminar on February 10, 2016, featuring a presentation by the esteemed Dr. Mohammed Assiri, Vice Dean of Academic Development and Quality. Dr. Assiri illuminated the audience with his incisive talk titled, "Test Taking Strategy Use on the Reading Section of the TOEFL iBT: A Study of Arab ESL Learners."
Dr. Assiri's presentation peeled back the layers of the reading section within the TOEFL iBT, spotlighting the strategies Arab ESL learners employ during the test. Rooted in comprehensive research from his Ph.D. dissertation study, Dr. Assiri examined the methodologies adopted by Arab ESL learners and illuminated the findings of his ground-breaking case study.
His findings unfolded several practical recommendations regarding effective and judicious strategy use in language testing, an invaluable resource for instructors and learners alike. Dr. Assiri's presentation underscored the importance of strategic preparedness, transforming it from abstract theory to a tangible roadmap for success.
The seminar segued into an interactive discussion following the presentation, sparking lively exchanges among the attendees. The participants, energized by Dr. Assiri's discourse, shared insights, made observations, and posed intriguing questions, contributing to the dynamic intellectual atmosphere.
The seminar culminated with a unanimous consensus: Dr. Assiri's presentation was not only insightful and practical but also highly beneficial. This event marked another milestone for the Language Research Center in its mission to foster a culture of knowledge exchange and continuous learning.
