![]() ![]() We use computer adaptive testing to allow test takers to get a valid and reliable English proficiency score from home in under an hour,”said Wodzak. “Already, test takers come from more than 12,000 cities across the world. “There are already over 3,500 programs that accept the Duolingo English Test – that number continues to increase because more and more universities, countries, and companies are finding that accessibility is critical for achieving their goals, but don’t want to sacrifice security or test validity,” Wodzak said. Traditional English language exams accepted in Ireland include IELTS, TOEFL among 12 others, but due to the pandemic the needs of students have changed. The decision was predominantly bolstered by the overwhelming move to online testing as a result of the Covid pandemic. “We’re thrilled Ireland is recognising the Duolingo English Test at parity with other tests,” Duolingo research communications specialist Sophie Wodzak told The PIE News. The test requires takers to obtain a minimum score of 55 for a second level and foundation level or preparatory English course, while 75 is the minimum score for all other courses. It comes after the language learning app’s test was put on the list as a temporary measure 18 months ago. ![]()
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