Assessment and Evaluation Terminology
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What is the primary purpose of Evaluation?

  • Measuring language ability
  • Assigning scores to performance
  • Making qualitative judgments about learners' competence (correct)
  • Assessing students' performance
  • What is the main focus of Assessment?

  • Assigning scores to performance
  • Assessing students' performance (correct)
  • Measuring language ability
  • Data collection for decision making
  • What does Measurement involve?

  • Assigning a number (scores) to a performance (correct)
  • Making qualitative judgments about learners' competence
  • Data collection for decision making
  • Assessing students' performance
  • What is the primary characteristic of a Test?

    <p>An instrument designed to measure a language ability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best describes Domain in the context of assessment?

    <p>Specific skills/knowledge or overall language proficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Evaluation

    • Primarily aims to determine the value or effectiveness of a program, process, or product.
    • Helps in making decisions to improve and refine practices based on collected data.

    Assessment

    • Focuses on the collection and analysis of information to understand student learning and progress.
    • Aims to inform instruction and help in decision-making regarding educational strategies.

    Measurement

    • Involves the systematic process of assigning numbers or labels to attributes or behaviors.
    • Quantitative data is often collected to ascertain levels of performance, knowledge, or skills.

    Test

    • Characterized by its structured format, typically consisting of specific questions to gauge understanding or ability.
    • Provides a way to evaluate knowledge or competencies in a particular subject or skill area.

    Domain

    • Refers to a specific area of knowledge or skill within an assessment context.
    • Encompasses the subjects, topics, or competencies being evaluated, guiding the assessment framework.

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    Test your knowledge of assessment and evaluation terminology with this quiz. Explore concepts such as qualitative judgments, data collection, ongoing assessment, measurement, and well-constructed testing methods.

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