Envoy, the adaptive test from IDP Education, has announced a new partnership with Far Eastern University (FEU), in the Philippines.
From September 2024, Envoy will assess and accelerate the English skills of FEU students across its seven institutes, including health sciences and nursing, arts, education, architecture and fine arts, tourism and hotel management, and law.
Envoy (TKN 21/11/23) is a next-generation English test that combines the expertise of linguists with advanced AI technology. Envoy uses open-ended questions to assess English language and communication skills in real-life settings, with results available in just two hours.
Marko Antonio O. Da Silva, director of FEU’s Centre for Learning Enrichment and Research for Students, said more than 86 per cent of FEU students are looking to work overseas, so it is essential they graduate with a leading education and exceptional English skills to give them a competitive edge.
“Envoy will be used to test the English abilities of FEU students when they commence their studies and also upon graduation,” said Da Silva. “One of our challenges in gauging and improving our students’ language abilities is the lack of assessments that capture the nuances of their English language skills. Since Envoy adapts to the level of each individual test taker and can be taken across any or all of the four skills areas, we will see a more accurate and personalised assessment result for all students.
“In addition, we will use Envoy’s detailed test results to inform faculty of their students’ baseline skills enabling them to tailor their teaching across both our domestic and international cohorts.” He said.
