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Assessment and Testing Definitions

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What is the main purpose of assessment according to the provided text?

To define educational terms
To conduct tests under contrived circumstances
To measure the quality, ability, skill, or knowledge of students
To monitor progress and make educational decisions (correct)

How is a test different from assessment?

A test measures the degree to which an individual possesses a particular characteristic.
A test is a special form of assessment made under contrived circumstances. (correct)
A test is administered verbally, while assessment involves questions and activities.
There is no difference between a test and assessment.

What does measurement aim to obtain?

An examination of knowledge or ability
A numerical description of an individual's characteristics (correct)
An instrument for systematic procedure
A set of questions in a uniform manner

Which statement best describes formative assessment?

It provides feedback to the learner to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvement. (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is a test?

An examination of somebody’s knowledge or ability. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between testing and assessment according to the provided text?

Assessment is the process of gathering information to monitor progress and make educational decisions, while testing measures individual characteristics. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of summative assessment?

To make decisions for grading or progression readiness (B) Signup and view all the answers

When does formal assessment typically occur?

At the end of an educational activity (A) Signup and view all the answers

When is continuous assessment most appropriate?

Throughout a learning experience to determine subsequent progression (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does product assessment focus on?

Evaluating the result or outcome of a process (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of assessment has only one correct response per item?

Convergent assessment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes divergent assessments?

They are more authentic and appropriate for evaluating higher cognitive skills (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between informal and formal assessment?

The awareness of students about the assessment purposes (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between continuous and final assessment?

The occurrence throughout a learning experience vs. only at the end of a learning activity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does process assessment focus on?

The cognitive steps in performing a mathematical operation (C) Signup and view all the answers

When is formal assessment most associated with increased stress?

When students are aware that the task they are doing is for assessment purposes (B) Signup and view all the answers

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