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What is one of the methods mentioned for analyzing the language needed to do an assignment?
What is one of the methods mentioned for analyzing the language needed to do an assignment?
- Accessing publicly available corpora
- Looking at course outlines
- Using a program like the Frequency programme (correct)
- Interviewing university staff
What aspect of assignment writing does the text propose to focus on if learners have ample time to prepare notes, drafts, and know the topics well in advance?
What aspect of assignment writing does the text propose to focus on if learners have ample time to prepare notes, drafts, and know the topics well in advance?
- Vocabulary analysis
- The process of assignment writing (correct)
- Grammatical accuracy
- Discourse analysis
In the context of needs analysis for an EAP course, what is suggested as an increasingly valuable tool?
In the context of needs analysis for an EAP course, what is suggested as an increasingly valuable tool?
- Interviewing successful students
- Analyzing examiners’ reports
- Accessing publicly available corpora (correct)
- Observing learners’ choices of activities
What is proposed as a potential source of information about the expectations for a good assignment?
What is proposed as a potential source of information about the expectations for a good assignment?
What is indicated as an important part of needs analysis?
What is indicated as an important part of needs analysis?
What is the first thing to look at in necessities according to Table 3.3?
What is the first thing to look at in necessities according to Table 3.3?
Which method is used for analyzing proficiency according to Table 3.3?
Which method is used for analyzing proficiency according to Table 3.3?
What type of analysis involves examining texts and previous research according to Table 3.3?
What type of analysis involves examining texts and previous research according to Table 3.3?
Which tool can be used for analyzing situations of use according to Table 3.3?
Which tool can be used for analyzing situations of use according to Table 3.3?
According to Table 3.3, what is one example of a proficiency testing method?
According to Table 3.3, what is one example of a proficiency testing method?
What is one of the considerations for evaluating reliable needs analysis?
What is one of the considerations for evaluating reliable needs analysis?
In valid needs analysis, what is important to consider?
In valid needs analysis, what is important to consider?
What activity may be necessary before needs analysis begins?
What activity may be necessary before needs analysis begins?
What should not dominate in the decision-making process for needs analysis?
What should not dominate in the decision-making process for needs analysis?
What contributes to more reliable results in needs analysis?
What contributes to more reliable results in needs analysis?
Why is it better to systematise the observation in needs analysis?
Why is it better to systematise the observation in needs analysis?
