Fundamentals of Assessment Quiz

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What is the main purpose of assessment?

Measuring distance, length, and dimension

Testing knowledge, ability, and skill

Observing events and situations

Monitoring progress and making educational decisions (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a type of assessment mentioned in the text?

Event assessment (correct)

Situation assessment

Learning assessment

Student (Learner) assessment

What is a test according to the text?

An examination of somebody’s knowledge or ability

A critical examination and evaluation

A special form of measurement (correct)

An idea or opinion about something

Which term is NOT included in the definition of assessment provided in the text?

Trial Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what do we measure?

Distance, length, and dimension Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT included in the purposes of assessment mentioned in the text?

Observing Signup and view all the answers

Which type of assessment is designed to assist the learning process by providing feedback to the learner?

Formative assessment Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of summative assessment?

Make decisions for grading Signup and view all the answers

When does final (or terminal) assessment take place?

Only at the end of a learning activity Signup and view all the answers

In what way does continuous assessment differ from final assessment?

It occurs intermittently throughout a learning experience Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between informal and formal assessment?

Informal assessment is integrated with other tasks, while formal assessment is for assessment purposes Signup and view all the answers

What does measurement refer to in the context of assessments?

Obtaining a numerical description of an individual's possession of a characteristic Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of process assessment?

To focus on the steps followed in a learning process Signup and view all the answers

In what way do formative and summative assessments differ?

Formative assessments are intended to assist the learning process by providing feedback, while summative assessments are used primarily to make decisions for grading or determine readiness for progression. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of assessment occurs throughout a learning experience?

Continuous assessment Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Purposes of Assessment

The main purpose of assessment is to measure student learning outcomes, understanding, and proficiency.

Types of Assessment

A test is a formal, standardized, and structured assessment to measure learner performance.

Exclusions

"Mark" is NOT included in the definition of assessment provided in the text.
"Graduation" is NOT mentioned as a type of assessment.

Measurement and Evaluation

Measurement refers to the process of assigning numerical values to learner performance.
We measure learner performance, understanding, and proficiency through assessments.

Assessment Timing

Final (or terminal) assessment takes place at the end of a learning experience or course.
Continuous assessment differs from final assessment in that it occurs throughout the learning experience.
Continuous assessment provides feedback to learners throughout the learning process.

Assessment Types and Purposes

Formative assessment is designed to assist the learning process by providing feedback to learners.
The primary purpose of summative assessment is to evaluate learner performance at the end of a learning experience or course.
Process assessment focuses on the learning process, measuring learner progress and effort.
Informal assessment is unofficial and unofficial, whereas formal assessment is official and structured.

Comparison of Assessments

Formative assessments provide feedback during the learning process, whereas summative assessments evaluate learner performance at the end.
Continuous assessment takes place throughout the learning experience, whereas final assessment occurs at the end.

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Test your knowledge on the concepts and terminologies of assessment, measurement, and evaluation. Complete the given sentences with the appropriate terms related to assessment and testing.