11 Questions
What was the primary goal of the standardized achievement tests mentioned in the text?
Providing an endpoint evaluation of a student's knowledge
How did standardized achievement tests differ from essay tests?
They were more cost-effective
What is the primary criterion for the validity of standardized achievement tests?
Content-related evidence
How do aptitude tests differ from achievement tests as mentioned in the text?
They measure general ability
What does Table 12.3 summarize according to the text?
The differences between achievement and aptitude tests
In what way are aptitude tests judged for validity as explained in the text?
Through predictive ability for future performance
Standardized achievement tests were first used in schools during the 1930s.
True
Achievement tests focus on evaluating students' potential for learning rather than their current knowledge.
False
Validity of standardized achievement tests is primarily determined by criterion-oriented evidence.
False
Aptitude tests evaluate a wide range of experiences obtained in a controlled manner.
False
Intelligence tests typically measure a person's general ability.
True
Explore the origins and evolution of achievement tests, from the use of essay tests to standardized tests like the Stanford Achievement Test. Learn about the transition for more cost-effective and objective assessments.
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