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Question 1

Purpose of a testing program

Answer 1

To assess the trainee’s ability to perform and/or comprehend the objectives

Question 2

Testing Program consist of

Answer 2

NAVEDTRA 132 - A testing plan, test administrator guides, and a remediation program.

Question 3

Proficiency levels with regards to knowledge

Answer 3

Level 1: Knowledge / Comprehension - recalls and understands the information
Level 2: Application / Analysis - can use a concept and separate materials into component parts.
Level 3: Synthesis / Evaluation - able to build a structure/makes judgment about the value of ideas or materials

Question 4

Proficiency levels with regards to skills

Answer 4

Level 1: Imitation - Instructor shares essential information
Level 2: Repetition - repeatedly practices the task with the instructor
Level 3: Habit - Performance of the skill becomes second nature

Question 5

Why is piloting a test important?

Answer 5

It is a review process to assess test reliability and validity and make corrective adjustments before actually collecting data from the target population.

Question 6

What happens if a student fails a test?

Answer 6

Re-test. If passed, the highest score the student can receive is the minimum passing grade. If not additional remediation is required.

Question 7

State the purpose of test item analysis.

Answer 7

Analysis will provide continuous feedback on test performance

The three types of analysis discussed and required for use are:
Difficulty index
Index of Discrimination
Effectiveness of Alternatives

Question 8

What is criticality index? How does it pertain to testing?

Answer 8

Determines the learning objective criticality.
Upper = Tested by progress;
Middle = Tested by job sheets;
Lower = Tested by informal quiz or assigning problem sheets

Criticality of Performance
-High (3) : Skill used during job performance
-Moderate (2) : Skill influences job performance
-Low (1) ; Skill has little influence on job performance

Frequency of Performance
-High (3) : Performed frequently
-Moderate (2) : Performed infrequently
-Low (1) ; Performed rarely

Question 9

Discuss the different Types of knowledge/performance test items

Answer 9

Multiple-choice
True or false
Matching
Fill in the blank
Labeling or Identification (Matching)
Essay
Case Studies

Question 10

Discuss the different sections of a testing plan

Answer 10

Section One: Course Data - LOP, CMS, FCR
Section Two: Course Roles & Responsibilities - CCMM & CS Designation Letter
Section Three: Course Waivers - Authorized Waivers
Section Four: Test Development - Source data used
Section Five: Test Administration - Testing Procedures
Section Six: Course Tests and Test Types
Sections Seven: Grading Criteria
Section Eight: Remediation
Section Nine: Test and Test Item analysis
Section Ten: Documentation