Chapter 9 - Student Assessment Flashcards
Measurement
administering a test and collecting scores
Evaluation
analyzing and interpreting those scores
Assessment
the testing process that includes both
measurement and evaluation
Validity
the test measures what it’s supposed to measure
Reliability
the test demonstrates consistency
Objectivity
the test reflects impartiality (teachers using the
same assessment tool on a student end up with the same
score)
Objective assessment
well-defined scoring system; eliminates any teacher bias
Subjective assessment
no standardized scoring system; teacher judgment
determines score
formative assessment
occurs during a lesson or throughout a unit
summative assessment
occurs at the end of a unit or term
Informs the teacher if students are “getting it”
Informs students how well they are doing
traditional assessment
written tests, fitness tests, skill tests
authentic assessment
game play, designing a fitness
program, creating a skill video or brochure, performing a dance or
aerobic routine
Process
assess the form or technique of a skill rather than the end
product
Elementary grading
Most often based on level of achievement
Secondary education grading
Based on a letter grade
Grade should be justifiable and reflect a level of student learning or
achievement
Grading solely on attendance, attire, or participation does not reflect
student learning
