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What does the text state is an alternative to traditional testing?

  • Rote memorization
  • Standardized testing
  • Authentic assessment (correct)
  • Lecture-based instruction

    • Which of the following is NOT cited as a criticism of traditional tests according to the text?

  • They are easy to test and common indicators (correct)
  • They do not judge real-world problem solving skills
  • They emphasize recall of facts
  • They do not provide feedback to students

    • What does the text state that traditional testing 'has been under fire' since?

  • The 2000s
  • The 1990s (correct)
  • The 1970s
  • The 1980s

    • What is the purpose of 'nontraditional assessments'?

    <p>To address the limits of traditional tests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text state that traditional tests do not measure?

    <p>Student skills and abilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of 'authentic assessments'?

    <p>To demonstrate student learning in real-world contexts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text state that traditional tests emphasize?

    <p>Recall of facts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text state is a criticism of traditional tests?

    <p>They do not judge real-world problem solving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a teacher do before approaching peers for feedback on their assessment targets?

    <p>Categorize the strengths and targets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Banks suggest about students' performance when developing a concept in first-grade?

    <p>They often think about their performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the text, what do the students do in response to electronic and physical tools used for acceleration?

    <p>Demonstrate creative coefficient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When asked to compare concerns about physics plane, what concerns are students allowed to express?

    <p>Concerns about scientific concepts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of encouraging colleagues to use journals according to the text?

    <p>To study grades for assessment targets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the text, what do students learn by contrasting assumptions without fluency?

    <p>Learn about their own assumptions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest students should do to assess their literacy concept?

    <p>Describe learned interests without prompts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Assessments' are mentioned in the context of the text indicating a need to focus on which aspect?

    <p>'Students developing reasoning.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a culture-fair or culture-free test?

    <p>A test that assesses knowledge and skills without cultural bias</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might a student feel if a test is culturally biased?

    <p>Insulted and not rewarded fairly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of test format is mentioned as providing the best opportunity for fair and objective scoring?

    <p>Objective tests with multiple-choice, true/false, or fill-in-the-blank items</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be a reason for using a traditional textbook test?

    <p>To assess students' knowledge of the textbook content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about objective test items?

    <p>They can be scored fairly and objectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be a reason for a student to perform poorly on a culturally biased test?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text imply about the importance of fair and unbiased testing?

    <p>It is crucial for providing equal opportunities and accurately assessing students' knowledge and skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential issue with essay tests or open-ended questions?

    <p>They are difficult to score objectively and fairly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the study mentioned in the text?

    <p>The benefits of grade retention for struggling students</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible negative consequence of promoting struggling students to the next grade without adequate support?

    <p>Increased dropout rates in high school</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which researchers are mentioned in the text as having conducted studies on grade retention?

    <p>Whipple &amp; Raudenbush</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of struggling students' development is mentioned as being potentially negatively affected by grade retention?

    <p>Social skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of academic outcomes, what is a potential issue associated with promoting struggling students without addressing their problems?

    <p>Lack of progress in learning and achievement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential consequence of grade retention according to the text?

    <p>Increased likelihood of dropping out of school</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about the effectiveness of grade retention for struggling students?

    <p>It may not be helpful in improving academic outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the studies mentioned in the text indicate about the impact of grade retention on future academic success?

    <p>It may hinder future academic success due to social implications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes reliability in standardized testing?

    <p>Reliability refers to the consistency and stability of test scores in measuring the intended skill or ability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical range for a good reliability coefficient in standardized testing?

    <p>Between 0.8 and 0.9</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a source of error that can affect the reliability of a standardized test?

    <p>The use of different scoring methods by different examiners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary method used to estimate the reliability of a standardized test?

    <p>Splitting the test into two halves (odd-numbered and even-numbered items) and computing the correlation between the two sets of scores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the relationship between test length and reliability?

    <p>Increasing the number of test items generally improves the reliability of a standardized test.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of calculating the reliability coefficient for a standardized test?

    <p>To evaluate the consistency and stability of the test scores in measuring the intended skill or ability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a standardized test has a reliability coefficient of 0.95, what does this indicate?

    <p>The test scores are highly consistent and stable in measuring the intended skill or ability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the relationship between reliability and validity in standardized testing?

    <p>A test can be reliable without being valid, but it cannot be valid without being reliable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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