Data Collection Instrument
The reading part of a sample Cambridge Key English Test (KET) (UCLES, 1996) was
given to samples as the pre-test. This part of the test was also used as the post-test at the end
of the course. The test, which is comprised of eight parts, was chosen because of the fact that
it contains task-based assessment items and because it is believed to be valid and reliable
since it is prepared by testing experts to be used professionally all over the world. The
explanation part of the sample test shows that it matches well with the aims of the present
study as a data collection tool. The explanations and a close analysis of the test items showed
that most of the items are formed of authentic material and are task-based. It is also apparent
that the items are well constructed.
The grades obtained from the pre-test and post-test for each of the above mentioned
parts were analyzed through two-way ANOVA to find out whether or not the task-based
instruction has a positive effect upon reading comprehension in English as a foreign language.
That is, test results were compared to see whether it would enhance reading comprehension