Journal of Linguistics, Literature and Language Teaching
Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024): Journal of Linguistics, Literature and Language Teaching (JLLLT)

Test-Taking Strategy Use and Reading Test Scores: Dire Dawa University Students in Focus

Mamo, Mesfin (Unknown)
Regassa, Taye (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Dec 2024

Abstract

This research delves into the utilization of metacognitive and cognitive strategies by Ethiopian test-takers during reading assessments. Specifically, the primary objective of this quantitative study is to explore the relationship between the employment of test-taking strategies and the achievement of reading comprehension scores. Furthermore, the study investigates the specific test-taking strategies that university students employ to succeed in reading comprehension tests. Data were collected via a questionnaire and the TOEFL test from 40 senior students at a university in Ethiopia. The findings indicate that the test takers predominantly employ metacognitive strategies, achieving a higher mean score of 3.12 compared to cognitive strategies, with a mean score of 2.73, in the context of reading comprehension tests. Additionally, the study uncovers a positive correlation between the use of test-taking strategies and reading comprehension scores.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

JLLLT

Publisher

Subject

Arts Humanities Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

JLLLT is a double-blind peer-reviewed, published biannual on January-June, July- December. It is dedicated to promoting scholarly exchange among teachers, practitioners, and researchers in the field of languages. Although articles are written in English, the journal welcomes studies dealing with ...