Principles of Assessment: Master the Fundamentals of Educational Evaluation

Question 1

The degree to which an assessment produces consistent results is referred to as:

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Reliability

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Validity

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Fairness

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Bias

Question 2

In the assessment design process, the initial step is to:

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Identify the learning objectives being assessed

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Choose the assessment method

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Develop the assessment items

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Administer the assessment

Question 3

The primary purpose of norm-referenced assessment is to:

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Compare students' performance to each other

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Compare students' performance to a predetermined standard

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Provide feedback on students' strengths and weaknesses

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Measure students' progress over time

Question 4

How can teachers best combine different assessment methods to enhance the reliability of assessments?

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Combine subjective and objective assessments.

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Use only one type of assessment.

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Assess students only once.

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Avoid using standardized assessments.

Question 5

Which principle is crucial for an accurate assessment?

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Validity

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Reliability

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Fairness

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Transparency

Question 6

In educational assessments, what does validity refer to?

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Measuring precisely what the assessment aims to measure

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Consistency of assessment results over time

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Unbiased assessment results

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Ease of assessment administration

Question 7

Which method enhances the reliability of assessments?

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Implementing all of the above

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Employing diverse assessment methods

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Providing clear assessment instructions

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Training assessors thoroughly

Question 8

Define a criterion-referenced assessment.

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Assessment that compares student performance against predetermined criteria

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Assessment that compares students' performance with one another

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Assessment that measures student progress over time

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Assessment that identifies areas where students need support

Question 9

What is the purpose of reliability in assessment?

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To ensure that an assessment is consistent

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To determine whether an assessment is biased

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To measure the difficulty of an assessment

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To assess the validity of an assessment

Question 10

Which of the following is a type of norm-referenced assessment?

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Standardized test

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Portfolio

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Observation

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Self-assessment

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a valid assessment?

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It is administered to a large sample.

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It measures what it claims to measure.

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It is consistent across different administrations.

Question 12

Which of the following characteristics does NOT pertain to a valid assessment?

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Simple to administer and score

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Accurately measures the intended construct

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Delivers consistent and reproducible results

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Interpreted without bias

Question 13

Which statistical method is commonly used to determine an assessment's reliability?

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Cronbach's alpha coefficient

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Pearson correlation coefficient

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Spearman rank correlation coefficient

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Wilcoxon signed-rank test

Question 14

Which of the following should NOT be considered when designing an effective assessment?

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Personal preferences of the instructor

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Clearly defined learning objectives

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Students' knowledge and skill levels

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Available resources

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a recognized type of assessment bias?

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Availability bias

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Bias in assessment items

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Bias in response interpretation

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Halo effect

Question 16

Which of these is NOT a scientifically recognized type of assessment validity?

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Face Validity

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Content Validity

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Criterion Validity

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Construct Validity

Question 17

Define 'fair assessment' and explain the principles that underpin it.

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Fair assessment involves designing assessments that are free from bias and promote equitable outcomes for all students.

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Fair assessment treats all students equally, regardless of their abilities or backgrounds.

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Fair assessment focuses solely on the accuracy of the assessment, ensuring it measures what it claims to measure.

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Fair assessment relies solely on the subjective judgment of the assessor, eliminating the need for objective criteria.

Question 18

What is the primary purpose of reliability in assessment?

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To ensure that an assessment produces consistent results

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To ensure that an assessment is fair to all students

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To ensure that an assessment is valid

Question 19

Which of the following best describes cultural bias in assessment?

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The tendency for an assessment to favor certain cultural groups over others

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The tendency for an assessment to favor certain genders over others

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The tendency for an assessment to favor certain socioeconomic groups over others

Question 20

Which type of assessment compares student performance to a specific criterion or standard?

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Criterion-referenced assessment

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Norm-referenced assessment

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Mastery assessment

Question 21

What is the primary difference between internal and external assessments?

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Internal assessments are conducted by the teacher, while external assessments are conducted by an outside organization

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External assessments are conducted by the teacher, while internal assessments are conducted by an outside organization

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Internal and external assessments are the same type of assessment

Question 22

How does triangulation contribute to the reliability of assessments?

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Gathering data from multiple sources

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Reducing bias in the assessment process

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Administering the same assessment multiple times

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Ensuring fairness and equity in the assessment

Question 23

Define validity generalization and explain how it can be applied in educational practice.

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Validity generalization extends an assessment's use to different populations or settings based on validity evidence in one context.

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Validity generalization assumes an assessment is equally valid for all individuals.

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Validity generalization ensures an assessment measures what it intends to measure.

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Validity generalization predicts future performance based on an assessment.

Question 24

Which of the following is a **key** characteristic of a valid assessment?

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Measures what it claims to measure

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Provides consistent results

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Is free from bias

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Is easy to administer

Question 25

Which of the following is **not** a consideration for ensuring fairness in assessment?

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Administering the assessment in a timed setting

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Avoiding bias

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Providing accommodations for students with disabilities

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Using clear and concise language

Question 26

How does **formative** assessment differ from summative assessment?

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Formative assessment is used to provide feedback during learning, while summative assessment is used to measure achievement at the end of a unit.

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Formative assessment is more formal than summative assessment.

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Formative assessment is only used in elementary grades, while summative assessment is used in all grades.

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Formative and summative assessments have the same purpose and are used interchangeably.

Question 27

Which of the following is an **example** of a standardized test?

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SAT

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Teacher-made test

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Portfolio

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Performance assessment

Question 28

How do formative assessments contribute to improving teaching and learning?

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By identifying student strengths and weaknesses to guide instructional adjustments.

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By providing final grades for student reports.

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By eliminating the need for summative assessments.

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By penalizing students for incorrect answers.

Question 29

What is a unique benefit of standardized tests compared to performance and portfolio assessments?

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Simultaneous administration to large groups

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Reduced bias

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Simplified scoring

Question 30

What is a key characteristic of a valid assessment?

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It measures what it claims to measure.

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It is easy to administer.

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It is time-efficient.

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It is inexpensive.

Question 31

What is the primary purpose of reliability in assessment?

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To ensure consistency in assessment results across different administrations or scorers.

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To ensure that an assessment is free from bias.

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To ensure that an assessment is relevant to the learning objectives.

Question 32

What is a key benefit of using multiple assessment methods?

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Provides a more comprehensive evaluation of student learning.

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Simplifies the grading process.

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Reduces the likelihood of cheating.

Question 33

Which of the following is an example of an authentic assessment?

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A research project that requires students to apply their knowledge and skills to a real-world problem.

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A short answer test that requires students to recall specific facts.

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A multiple-choice test that covers all the content that was taught.

Question 34

What is a primary role of assessment in improving student learning?

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Provides students with feedback to identify areas for improvement.

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Motivates students to learn.

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Determines students' grades.

Question 35

What is an ethical responsibility of educators in relation to assessment?

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To use assessment information responsibly and fairly to support student learning.

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To use assessment information to reward students who perform well.

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To use assessment information to punish students who do not perform well.

Question 36

What is a potential future trend in assessment?

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Increased use of technology to personalize and enhance assessment experiences.

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Decreased emphasis on standardized testing.

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Elimination of summative assessments.

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a type of validity considered in educational assessments?

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Apparent validity

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Construct validity

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Criterion validity

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Content validity

Question 38

Reliability in assessment refers to:

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Obtaining consistent results over time and across different assessors.

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Designing assessments that align with learning objectives.

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Creating assessments that are easy to administer and score.

Question 39

A fair assessment is characterized by:

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Absence of bias against specific student groups.

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Presenting a high level of difficulty for all students.

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Comprehensively covering the intended learning content.

Question 40

The primary purpose of using a validity coefficient is to:

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Quantify the extent to which an assessment measures its intended target.

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Identify students who require additional support.

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Ensure the reliability of an assessment.

Question 41

Internal validity and external validity in assessment are differentiated by:

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Internal validity assesses accuracy within the assessment context, while external validity examines generalizability to other contexts.

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Internal validity relates to reliability, while external validity relates to validity.

Question 42

A significant advantage of utilizing multiple assessments is:

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Providing a more comprehensive evaluation of student learning.

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Eliminating the need for grading assessments.

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Reducing the overall time required for assessment.

Question 43

The primary purpose of administering a pretest is to:

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Determine students' existing knowledge and skills.

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Assign final grades to students.

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Provide students with practice for a final exam.

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Motivate students to engage in learning.

Question 44

The ethical responsibility of assessment professionals primarily involves:

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Ensuring assessments are fair, valid, and reliable.

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Advocating for the exclusive use of technology in assessment.

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Promoting the use of assessments for all students, regardless of ability.

Question 45

Which of the following is **NOT** a component of validity in assessment?

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Reliability

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Criterion-related validity

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Construct validity

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Content validity

Question 46

A highly reliable assessment is one that:

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Produces consistent results across multiple administrations

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Is sensitive to small changes in performance

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Is easy to administer and score

Question 47

When designing an assessment, which of the following factors is **NOT** important to consider?

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The cost of the assessment

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The purpose of the assessment

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The time required to administer the assessment

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The skills and knowledge being assessed

Question 48

Which of the following is an example of a norm-referenced assessment?

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Percentile rank

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Self-assessment

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Portfolio assessment

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Criterion-referenced test

Question 49

The practice of collecting data from multiple sources to evaluate a student's performance is known as:

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Triangulation

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Reliability

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Fairness

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Validity

Question 50

Which of the following is a potential threat to the fairness of an assessment?

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Cultural bias

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Fairness

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Validity

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Reliability

Question 51

Which of the following is **NOT** a purpose of assessment?

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To punish students

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To diagnose student strengths and weaknesses

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To promote student learning

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To provide feedback to students

Question 52

A fundamental distinction between criterion-referenced and norm-referenced assessments is that:

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Criterion-referenced assessments compare students to a fixed standard, while norm-referenced assessments compare students to one another.

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Criterion-referenced assessments are more reliable than norm-referenced assessments