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What is the primary purpose of educational assessments?
To measure student learning and understanding of the material.
True or False: Formative assessments are used to evaluate student learning at the end of an instructional unit.
False
Fill in the blank: __________ assessments are conducted during the learning process to improve student learning.
Formative
What type of assessment is typically used for high-stakes decisions, such as graduation or certification?
Summative assessment
Which assessment method involves direct observation of student performance?
Performance assessment
Multiple Choice: What does a rubric provide in the context of assessments? A) Detailed feedback B) Scoring guidelines C) Both A and B
C) Both A and B
What is a key characteristic of diagnostic assessments?
They identify students’ strengths and weaknesses before instruction.
True or False: Standardized tests are always the best measure of student learning.
False
Fill in the blank: __________ assessments are designed to gauge understanding at the conclusion of a lesson or unit.
Summative
What is the difference between formative and summative assessments?
Formative assessments are ongoing and used to improve learning, while summative assessments evaluate learning at the end.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of assessment? A) Formative B) Summative C) Informative D) Diagnostic
C) Informative
What role does feedback play in formative assessments?
It helps students understand their progress and areas for improvement.
True or False: Rubrics are used to provide consistent grading criteria and expectations.
True
Fill in the blank: __________ assessments measure student knowledge against a common standard.
Standardized
What is the main goal of performance assessments?
To evaluate students’ ability to apply skills and knowledge in real-world contexts.
Multiple Choice: Which assessment type is often used for ongoing feedback? A) Diagnostic B) Summative C) Standardized
A) Diagnostic
What is an example of a formative assessment?
Quizzes, class discussions, and peer reviews.
True or False: Summative assessments can only be written tests.
False
Fill in the blank: __________ assessments can include portfolios, projects, and presentations.
Performance
What is the importance of validity in assessments?
It ensures that the assessment measures what it is intended to measure.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of effective assessments? A) They are only quantitative B) They provide comprehensive feedback C) They are time-consuming
B) They provide comprehensive feedback
What is a common challenge educators face with assessments?
Balancing the need for standardized testing with personalized learning.
True or False: Assessments should only focus on the final results, not the learning process.
False
Fill in the blank: __________ validity refers to the degree to which an assessment accurately predicts future performance.
Predictive
