Planning Flashcards
1
Q
What does Instructional Alignment with the Table of Specifications do?
A
keeps track of content and competencies so tests/lessons are fair
2
Q
When and How should tests be given?
A
frequently, soon and retest, cumulative
3
Q
Rationale for frequency of tests?
A
leads to higher level of understanding
4
Q
Rationale for sooner tests and retest?
A
motivation if content seen again
5
Q
Rationale for cumulative tests?
A
more likely to remember
6
Q
What are some test-taking strategies to teach students?
A
- read directions carefully
- use time efficiently
- identify important information in questions
- understand demands of different testing formats
- determined how questions will be scored
7
Q
How to reduce test anxiety?
A
- discuss content and procedures before
- give clear directions for responding to items
- more quizzes for less content
- variety of assessments
8
Q
What are test-preperations?
A
- specify what will be on the test
- give students a chance to practice similar items under test-like conditions
- est. positive expectations
9
Q
Should you use pre-made test questions? Why?
A
if it is aligned it is okay to use
