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What is the main purpose of performance-based assessments?
Which type of assessment involves teachers directly observing the application of taught skills or information?
Why are performance-based assessments considered one of the best forms of assessment?
In what way do performance-based assessments differ from traditional assessments?
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What aspect of student learning do performance-based assessments specifically test according to McTighe & Ferrara (1998)?
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Why could the implementation of performance-based assessments be challenging?
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What is the typical frequency of summative assessments?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a summative assessment?
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What happens after a student performs satisfactorily in a summative assessment?
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In addition to determining success, what other purpose do summative assessments serve?
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What should summative assessments allow students to demonstrate?
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According to the National Research Council (2001), what should students be able to do during summative assessments?
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What is the primary purpose of formative assessments?
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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?
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What distinguishes summative assessments from formative assessments?
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How do formative assessments differ from summative assessments in terms of timing?
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What is the key difference between the roles of students identified as needing remediation and those who already understand the assessed concepts?
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Why are summative assessments considered high-stakes assessments?
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