Assessment Techniques in Education

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Which type of validity refers to the accuracy with which a test is indicative of performance on a future measure?

Content validity

Concurrent validity

Reliability validity

Predictive validity (correct)

In the context of classroom assessments, what does predictive validity focus on?

Relationship with other measures

Relationship with instructional methods

Performance on future measures (correct)

Sampling of outcomes

What is the primary concern of content validity in assessments?

Agreement between different assessments

Performance on future measures

Sampling of outcomes (correct)

Relationship with instructional methods

Which dimension of validity focuses on the relationship between assessments and other background variables?

Construct validity Signup and view all the answers

Why are reliability and validity important in classroom assessments?

To ensure that inferences drawn are accurate Signup and view all the answers

In what context would norm-referenced tests be primarily used?

Assessing students across different schools Signup and view all the answers

Which type of test is more likely to be created or modified by classroom teachers?

Classroom tests Signup and view all the answers

Criterion-referenced tests are primarily focused on:

Assessing based on a set standard or criteria Signup and view all the answers

Which type of test compares a student's score to the scores of people in an identified norm group?

Norm-Referenced Tests Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of norm-grading in assessments?

To evaluate students' achievement in relation to one another Signup and view all the answers

Which type of test assesses mastery of specific objectives and compares scores to pre-set performance standards?

Criterion-Referenced Tests Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of norm-referenced assessments compared to criterion/standards-based assessments?

They do not inform on students' readiness for more advanced material Signup and view all the answers

What type of test can measure a wide range of objectives but may have arbitrary cutoffs and standards?

Objective Tests Signup and view all the answers

In which type of test scoring is interpretation NOT required?

Objective Tests Signup and view all the answers

'Child can do X' is associated with which type of assessment?

Performance-based/Authentic Assessments Signup and view all the answers

'Child is better than others' is criticized as focusing on what aspect according to the text?

'Child is better than others' Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of using rubrics in education?

Reduces time for evaluating work Signup and view all the answers

How can students benefit from self-assessment?

Becoming more thoughtful judges of work Signup and view all the answers

Why should educators avoid unclear language in rubrics?

To enhance student understanding and clarity Signup and view all the answers

What is a common disadvantage of portfolios in education?

Problems with scoring consistency Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use the same rubric for both self-assessment and teacher assessment?

To maintain consistency in evaluation standards Signup and view all the answers

What should educators consider when including pieces in a portfolio?

Unique representation of skills and abilities Signup and view all the answers

How can rubrics assist in problem-solving in student learning?

Provide clear criteria to spot and solve problems Signup and view all the answers

How can portfolios be used to showcase students' accomplishments?

By demonstrating growth and best work over time. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of formative assessment?

To pinpoint strengths and weaknesses in students Signup and view all the answers

Which type of reliability focuses on the consistency in results upon multiple administrations of the same test?

Test-retest Signup and view all the answers

In terms of reliability, what does inter-rater/observer reliability measure?

Agreement between independent observers Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a summative assessment?

To assess achievement at the end of instruction Signup and view all the answers

Which dimension of reliability for classroom assessments focuses on making dependable statements about what students have learned?

Consistency in decision-making Signup and view all the answers

What does test-retest reliability measure?

Consistency in results upon multiple administrations Signup and view all the answers

In the context of classroom assessments, what does validity refer to?

The degree to which a test measures what it claims to measure Signup and view all the answers

What type of score is the Grade Equivalent (GE) score?

Standard Score Signup and view all the answers

If a student scores at the average of all 5th graders in the first month on the 5th grade test, what Grade Equivalent (GE) score will they obtain?

5.1 Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean if a student at the end of 4th grade received a GE of 8.7 on the 4th grade math sub-test?

The student performed at the level of an average student in the 7th month of 8th grade Signup and view all the answers

What do rubrics articulate in terms of performance?

Articulates gradations of quality Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary emphasis of performance-based assessments?

Application of knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage associated with performance-based assessments?

Limited Scope Signup and view all the answers

Why are rubrics used in assessments?

To articulate gradations of quality in performance Signup and view all the answers

'Alternative Assessments' are advantageous because they:

Require complex mental processes Signup and view all the answers