18 Questions
Which type of assessment involves more substantial changes, such as replacing items with others more appropriate for culture or language?
Adapted tests
What is the main problem with translated tests according to the passage?
They differ only in the language they are written in, not in the content or constructs intended to be measured
What is a concern raised regarding test validity for adapted tests?
Potential impact of substantial changes in content
Why do translated tests pose problems, according to the passage?
They may not be accurate across all dialects of the same language
What may a translated version of a mathematics test do, according to the passage?
Make minor changes that may not be accurate across all 'dialects' of the same language
What is the potential problem with translated versions of tests for Hispanic students coming from Puerto Rico?
The changes made from the English version may not be accurate across all 'dialects' of the same language
What do translated tests mainly differ from the English version in?
Language in which they are written
What does NCLB allow states to do regarding testing ELs in their native language?
Test ELs in their native language for up to three years or five on a case-by-case basis
What type of tests pose problems because they only differ from the English version in the language in which they are written?
Translated tests
Which provision of NCLB allowed states to test ELs in their native language for up to three years?
Flexibility provision
What is the main concern regarding test validity for adapted tests?
Substantial changes
What may a translated version of a mathematics test inaccurately do, according to the passage?
Switch commas and periods
Why do translated tests pose problems, according to the passage?
They only differ in language
Which type of assessment involves minor changes from the English version and may not be accurate across all “dialects” of the same language?
Translated tests
What is the potential problem with translated versions of tests for Hispanic students coming from Puerto Rico, according to the passage?
Language accuracy
What are the different kinds of assessment in the native language mentioned in the passage?
Translations, adaptations, and parallel development tests
What type of assessment involves more substantial changes, such as replacement of items with others that are more appropriate for either culture or language?
Adapted tests
What do translated tests mainly differ from the English version in?
Language
This quiz explores the provision under the NCLB that allowed states to test English Learners in their native language, providing flexibility to the system. It covers different types of assessments in the native language, including translations, adaptations, and parallel development tests.
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