Studies in Language Testing 10

the purpose of the chapters included in this volume is to represent the latest thinking and work on some of the major issues pertaining to the development of computer-adaptive L2 tests with a focus on reading The present volume is divided into three major sections: 12 reading construct, L2 CAT applications and considerations, and measurement issues. An often heard criticism of edited volumes is the lack of coherence and interconnectedness among the chapters included. In order to help address such criticism, discussion chapters are included in each of the three sections. The discussion chapters highlight and discuss the issues raised by the authors in their respective section as well as those of immediate relevance in the other sections.