Psychological Science in Education: Student Leaders and Monitoring Discussions
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What is the main purpose of performance-based assessments?

  • To focus on theoretical knowledge only
  • To make assessment easier for teachers
  • To provide students with an opportunity to memorize facts
  • To allow students to demonstrate their learning or knowledge (correct)
  • Which type of assessment involves teachers directly observing the application of taught skills or information?

  • Process-focused assessments
  • Final exams
  • Performance-assessments (correct)
  • Product-assessments
  • Why are performance-based assessments considered one of the best forms of assessment?

  • Because they focus solely on memorization of facts
  • Because they require students to demonstrate their knowledge (correct)
  • Because they are less time-intensive for teachers
  • Because they are easy to implement
  • In what way do performance-based assessments differ from traditional assessments?

    <p>They emphasize demonstrating knowledge over memorization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of student learning do performance-based assessments specifically test according to McTighe & Ferrara (1998)?

    <p>Integration of information across subjects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why could the implementation of performance-based assessments be challenging?

    <p>They require more time from both teachers and students</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical frequency of summative assessments?

    <p>Infrequent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an example of a summative assessment?

    <p>Quizzes throughout the semester</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens after a student performs satisfactorily in a summative assessment?

    <p>No further learning on the subject occurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In addition to determining success, what other purpose do summative assessments serve?

    <p>Determine eligibility for special programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should summative assessments allow students to demonstrate?

    <p>Conceptual understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the National Research Council (2001), what should students be able to do during summative assessments?

    <p>Apply understanding to solve new problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of formative assessments?

    <p>To provide feedback to students and teachers during the learning process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the text, why does the teacher identify a student with a strong grasp of the concept as the topic leader for each group?

    <p>To help other students understand the concept better through peer explanations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes summative assessments from formative assessments?

    <p>Summative assessments aim to capture what a student has learned, while formative assessments provide ongoing feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do formative assessments differ from summative assessments in terms of timing?

    <p>Formative assessments are used throughout the learning process, while summative assessments are typically at the end of a unit or course</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key difference between the roles of students identified as needing remediation and those who already understand the assessed concepts?

    <p>Students needing remediation get an opportunity to learn through group discussions, while those who understand concepts explain them to peers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are summative assessments considered high-stakes assessments?

    <p>Because they aim to capture what a student has learned and judge performance against standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

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