Elicited imitation tasks (EITs) have been proposed and examined as a practical measure of
second language (L2) proficiency. This study aimed to provide an updated and …

This tutorial introduces explanatory item response models for the purpose of validating
instruments used in applied linguistics research. These models can be used to investigate …

Elicited Imitation Tests (EITs) are commonly used in second language acquisition
(SLA)/bilingualism research contexts to assess the general oral proficiency of study …

The Miranda rights guard against self-incrimination and guarantee access to legal counsel
(Miranda v. Arizona, 1966). Individuals may waive these rights if they do so knowingly, and …

This study examines the effects of task complexity on second language (L2) pronunciation
accuracy and global pronunciation measures in pronunciation-unfocused tasks and …

Many second language (L2) learners participate in study abroad (SA) experiences believing
their choice will be synonymous with increased interaction in the L2, from which enhanced …

This introduction provides an overview of the state of research on and knowledge about the
use of elicited imitation in applied linguistics research, highlighting gaps in our current …

Assessing proficiency in a standardized way is fundamental to second language acquisition
research methodology and theory building. Ortega and colleagues'(2002) Elicited Imitation …

This study presents a modified version of the Korean Elicited Imitation (EI) test, designed to
resemble natural spoken language, and validates its reliability as a measure of proficiency …

The Elicited Imitation Task (EIT) is a popular technique for efficiently measuring global
proficiency in multiple languages, and accumulated evidence indicates high reliability and …