Jaksoittita

Jaksoittita are a term used in applied linguistics to refer to a specific type of production task in language assessment. The term is derived from the Finnish words "jakso" meaning "episode" or "sequence" and "itita" which is a variation of the phrase "otsi ja tee" meaning "search and do".

In the context of language assessment, jaksoittita involves presenting candidates with a sequence of text or images, which they are asked to act upon. This can take various forms, such as ordering events in sequence, filling in missing information, or making predictions about what might happen next. The tasks are typically designed to assess the candidate's ability to apply their linguistic knowledge and skills in a practical way, rather than simply recalling information from memory.

Jaksoittita tasks often require candidates to use a combination of decoding skills, working memory, and inferential reasoning. The tasks can also be designed to be more or less complex, depending on the level of language proficiency being assessed. For example, at more basic levels, candidates might be asked to simply reorder events in the correct sequence, while at higher levels, they might be asked to make more nuanced inferences based on the information provided.

By using jaksoittita tasks, language assessors can gain a more nuanced understanding of a candidate's language skills and abilities, as well as their ability to apply those skills in context. The use of jaksoittita tasks has been increasingly incorporated into language assessment frameworks in recent years, particularly in the context of English language proficiency testing.