Essay Testing and Grading Criteria

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What is a characteristic of extended response type essay items?

They limit the examinee's response length.
They must follow a strict format.
They allow for open-ended answers in any form. (correct)
They require factual responses from a single source.

Which aspect accounts for the highest percentage in grading essay tests?

Logical Conclusions drawn from the evidence (correct)
Weight of Evidence Presented
Ideas
Correct Usage

How do essay questions help in assessing students?

They can be answered quickly and easily.
They test complex learning objectives and analytical skills. (correct)
They encourage random guessing for answers.
They require only one factual source for responses.

What does a well-defined task in an essay question provide to students?

Guidance on the scope and direction of their response. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a restricted response type essay question?

It requires specific content and organization. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential limitation of essay questions mentioned in the content?

The grading process may be subjective. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided in writing essay questions for clear expectations?

Asking open-ended questions without guidance. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these elements is NOT typically required in a short essay response?

Several pages of content (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of objective tests as described?

They are based on single words, phrases, or numbers. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of response for objective tests?

Essay response (C) Signup and view all the answers

One of the drawbacks of objective tests mentioned is that they tend to do what?

Encourage memorization without comprehension. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of objective tests over essay tests?

They can be scored quickly and consistently. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the scoring of objective tests is correct?

Scoring rules are specific and limit subjective interpretations. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic describes a 'Modified True or False' objective test?

Students must correct false statements. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when writing true or false statements for objective tests?

Keep variety and ensure clarity in language. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why might objective examinations be considered easier to cheat on?

They often have predictable formats and answers. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What term refers to the measure that compares a student's performance with others in the class?

Criterion-Referenced Test (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a recommended practice when creating a test?

Incorporate trivial questions for ease (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which component of a test question includes the actual answer?

Keyed Option (B) Signup and view all the answers

What practice should be avoided when constructing test questions?

Using 'none of the above' as an option (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to express a test item in a completion format?

Phrase in a positive form (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does Item Analysis typically evaluate?

The value and effectiveness of the test item (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a component of a well-structured question stem?

Should be concise and clear (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the standard measure of variability to represent in a statistical analysis?

Standard Deviation (C) Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Essay Testing

Essay questions require factual responses from multiple sources.
Responses range from a few words to several paragraphs based on the question type.
Short essays consist of phrases or a couple of sentences, while long essays are several pages long.
Students must draw conclusions, interpret information, and express logical thinking.

Types of Essay Items

Extended Response Type: Open-ended questions allow various forms of answers, e.g., opinion pieces.
Restricted Response Type: Answers are limited in length, content, or organization, providing specific guidelines for responses.
Essay questions assess complex learning objectives, requiring writing skills alongside proper spelling and grammar.
Grading can be subjective, resulting in different evaluations from different teachers.

Proposed Grading Criteria for Essays

Ideas contribute 20% to the overall score.
Weight of evidence presented also accounts for 20%.
Correct usage of language and logical conclusions from evidence each make up 40%.

Objective Testing

Objective tests are structured, offering specific scoring that reduces subjectivity.
Types of objective questions include True/False, Matching Type, and Multiple Choice.
Objective test items provide accurate representations of student knowledge, reducing impacts from poor handwriting or spelling.

Objective Test Construction

Effective tests require clarity in questions and should avoid subjective elements.
Use a variety of true/false statements and ensure questions have a single correct response.
Avoid trivial questions and excessive answer options; three to five choices are ideal.

Effective Questioning Techniques

Stems in questions should be clear and concise, avoiding blanks at the start or middle.
Utilize diagrams and tables for analysis or interpretation-based questions.
Provide actual quotations when asking for evaluations.

Importance of Objective Testing

Objective tests primarily measure factual knowledge, potentially lacking support for creative expression.
These tests encourage memorization while being harder to cheat than essay tests.
They are generally easier and quicker to grade compared to essay tests.