스페인어 능력평가 시험의 구성과 특징 분석: DELE, CELA, SIELE

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to provide a detailed explanation about the elaborate composition and characteristics of major overseas tests: DELE, CELA, and SIELE. The three tests have a common goal of evaluating Spanish proficiency for non-native spanish speakers, but certain differences exist in the constitution and evaluation methods among each exam. In this study, detailed composition of each test will be explained and evaluation criteria will be examined. The DELE test can be regarded as the test that requires the most preparation for the examinee in all aspects. However, the DELE exam does not require a perfect score to be passed, but rather a certificate is given if one exceeds the specified minimum score. Therefore, in such perspective, one can say that participants have a bit of an advantage in gaining a certificate. Since CELA is provided in Mexico, the nature of the exam requires more understanding of the Mexican culture than the other exams. Due to such locational characteristic, the number of people undertaking CELA is expected to increase in the future considering not only the current and future trade volume between Korea and Mexico but also Mexico’s position as the bridgehead for entry into Latin America. The SIELE test is a single-form assessment, and the difficulty of the questions can be considered lower than that of other tests. SIELE majorly examines Pan-hispanic expressions. Given the advantages of expedited test results and the possibility of partial testing, we expect that more candidates will choose this test in the future.