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Which forms of examination were used before 1800?
Which forms of examination were used before 1800?
- Multiple choice tests and practical assessments
- Group discussions and individual assignments
- Physical tests and mental quizzes
- Oral questioning and written examinations (correct)
Who utilized written examinations to select public officials in 220 B.C.?
Who utilized written examinations to select public officials in 220 B.C.?
- The Chinese (correct)
- The Romans
- The Egyptians
- The Greeks
Which Roman educator advocated observing differences in ability and aptitude of individuals?
Which Roman educator advocated observing differences in ability and aptitude of individuals?
- Socrates
- Quintilian (correct)
- Plato
- Aristotle
Where were the first tests in schools used by 1219 A.D.?
Where were the first tests in schools used by 1219 A.D.?
Who introduced the written examination to Boston schools in 1845?
Who introduced the written examination to Boston schools in 1845?
In which century did candidates for higher education defend their theses in Paris?
In which century did candidates for higher education defend their theses in Paris?
Who is regarded as the Father of Educational Measurement?
Who is regarded as the Father of Educational Measurement?
When was the first standardized achievement test in arithmetic reasoning published?
When was the first standardized achievement test in arithmetic reasoning published?
Who was responsible for the extension of achievement testing to the more intangible outcomes of instruction?
Who was responsible for the extension of achievement testing to the more intangible outcomes of instruction?
Who originated the questionnaire method and the theory of eugenics?
Who originated the questionnaire method and the theory of eugenics?
What did J.M. Cattell contribute to intelligence testing?
What did J.M. Cattell contribute to intelligence testing?
Who devised and used the first objective measures of achievement?
Who devised and used the first objective measures of achievement?
Who constructed the 'Thorndike Handwriting Scale' in 1909?
Who constructed the 'Thorndike Handwriting Scale' in 1909?
In what year did Alfred Binet devise the first individual intelligence test?
In what year did Alfred Binet devise the first individual intelligence test?
Who was responsible for originating the concept of norms and standards in educational measurement?
Who was responsible for originating the concept of norms and standards in educational measurement?
Who published the pioneer book dealing with test adaptation after 1924?
Who published the pioneer book dealing with test adaptation after 1924?
Study Notes
Forms of Examination Before 1800
- Oral examinations and apprenticeships were used to assess skills and knowledge before 1800.
Ancient Civilizations
- In 220 B.C., China utilized written examinations to select public officials.
- The Roman educator, Quintilian, advocated observing differences in ability and aptitude of individuals.
Early Use of Tests in Schools
- The first tests in schools were used in the University of Bologna by 1219 A.D.
Introduction of Written Examinations
- In 1845, Horace Mann introduced the written examination to Boston schools.
Defense of Theses
- In the 12th century, candidates for higher education defended their theses in Paris.
Pioneers in Educational Measurement
- Ralph W. Tyler is regarded as the Father of Educational Measurement.
- In 1916, the first standardized achievement test in arithmetic reasoning was published.
Extension of Achievement Testing
- Edward L. Thorndike was responsible for the extension of achievement testing to the more intangible outcomes of instruction.
Questionnaire Method and Eugenics
- Francis Galton originated the questionnaire method and the theory of eugenics.
Intelligence Testing
- J.M. Cattell contributed to intelligence testing by introducing the concept of mental tests.
Objective Measures of Achievement
- Edward L. Thorndike devised and used the first objective measures of achievement.
Thorndike Handwriting Scale
- In 1909, Edward L. Thorndike constructed the Thorndike Handwriting Scale.
Individual Intelligence Test
- In 1905, Alfred Binet devised the first individual intelligence test.
Norms and Standards
- Edward L. Thorndike was responsible for originating the concept of norms and standards in educational measurement.
Test Adaptation
- In 1924, Truman L. Kelley published the pioneer book dealing with test adaptation.
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Explore the historical background of testing, assessment, measurement, and evaluation with a focus on the early forms of examination including oral questioning and written quizzes. This quiz is based on a course module in education and covers measurement and evaluation abroad as well.
