30 Questions
What is one of the central differences between Item Response Theory (IRT) and Classical Test Theory (CTT)?
IRT assumes the characteristic of an item can be estimated independently of the examinee's ability, and vice-versa
Which of the following is NOT considered a common type of assessment in learning?
Placement assessment
What is the primary purpose of formative assessment?
To provide information to teachers and learners on how to improve the teaching-learning process
Which of the following is considered a type of authentic assessment?
Performance-based tasks
What is one of the key features of Item Response Theory (IRT) analysis?
It can provide significantly more information on items and tests, such as item difficulty and discrimination indices
Which type of assessment is typically used at the beginning and during instruction to assess learners' understanding?
Formative assessment
What is the primary purpose of summative assessment?
To evaluate learners' performance and mastery of content
How do the results of placement assessment typically inform instruction?
They are used to group learners based on their entry performance.
Which type of assessment is considered more authentic and meaningful to learners?
Authentic assessment
What is the primary purpose of traditional assessment?
To evaluate learners' performance and mastery of content
How can the data from summative assessment help teachers?
It helps determine the effectiveness of teaching strategies.
What is the key difference between traditional and authentic assessment?
Traditional assessment is based on conventional strategies or tools, while authentic assessment allows learners to perform or create meaningful products.
What is the best way to describe the authenticity of assessment tasks?
In terms of degree
Which of the following characteristics is NOT mentioned as one of the core principles in assessing learning?
Assessment must be task-based
What type of assessments are considered the most authentic?
Those that closely resemble real-world tasks or applications
What kind of process is assessment?
A continuous and formative process
Which statement about assessment is NOT true?
Assessment should lack a clear purpose
What is a recommended method to determine if learners have acquired needed information about basic concepts and principles in assessment?
Using a sheet of bond paper to draw a metaphor
What is the primary aim of assessment in learning?
To use evidence of student learning to promote and manage learning
Which of the following characteristics best describes assessment in learning?
It involves the collection, analysis, and interpretation of evidence
How does assessment differ from measurement in the context of learning?
Measurement is a part of the assessment process
What is the relationship between assessment and evaluation in the context of learning?
Assessment is an umbrella term that includes measurement and evaluation
Which of the following statements is true regarding testing in the context of assessment?
Testing is the most common form of assessment
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of assessment in learning?
It is based on a single source of evidence
What activity requires preparing a lesson plan and executing it in front of students for assessment?
Activity #2
Which principle emphasizes the need for assessments to be as authentic as possible?
Principle 1
In which activity are students asked to prepare a plan on how to conduct assessments based on the principles learned?
Activity #3
Which principle focuses on identifying the competencies targeted by instruction in assessment?
Principle 4
What is the key element in Activity #2 for assessing the ability of students?
Execution of lesson plan in front of students
Which part of the activity requires a teacher to evaluate the student's performance?
Execution of the plan in front of students
This quiz covers the fundamental concepts and principles of assessment in learning, including the definition of assessment, its purpose, and characteristics. Test your knowledge on the systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of evidence of student learning.
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