References on language test translation/adaptation

[Beth Prado]

I have have done quite a bit of work adapting language and cognitive tests
for both adults and children to a language spoken in Indonesia called
Sasak.  I agree that the word 'adaptation' is much better than
'translation.'  I can think of at least four things that must be adapted -
the items, the instructions, the materials, and the format of the test. We
always worked with the goal of testing the same underlying ability as the
original test but using items, materials, etc. that are appropriate to the
local context.  I don't know much that is published on the topic but would
be glad to discuss in more detail if you would like.
Beth

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Elizabeth Prado
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On Thu, Mar 13, 2008 at 12:29 PM, Tobias Haug <
tobias.haug at signlang-assessment.info> wrote:

> Dear all,
>
> I am currently searching for literature (for my dissertation) regarding
> translation/adaptation of languages tests from one language to aonther
> language. I found a few articles on the translation of the PPVT to Spanish,
> and the translation of the McArthur-Bates.
>
> Does anyone on this list know about articles (and the like) that deal with
> the problem of translating language tests into another language?
>
> I would collect all replies and provide a complete list of references on
> this topic to this list later on.
>
> Many thanks in advance,
>
> regrads,
>
> Tobias
> >
>

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