Using Assessment data

Question 1

Formative Assessments

Answer 1

ongoing evaluations to monitor student progress

Question 2

Informal Assessments

Answer 2

more flexible than formal assessments and can be adjusted to fit the situation and particular needs of the student being tested

Question 3

Achievement Test

Answer 3

A standardized test designed to measure levels of knowledge, understanding, abilities, or skills acquired in a particular subject already learned

Question 4

Review of Existing Data (REED)

Answer 4

a mandated review of all existing evaluation data including the initial evaluation, any re-evaluations, classroom observations, and standardized testing to determine if dismissal of services is necessary

Question 5

Self-Assessment

Answer 5

process where individuals reflect on their own performance, abilities, or understanding of a topic, typically using criteria or standards to evaluate themselves, fostering self-awareness, self-regulation, and continuous improvement

Question 6

Assessment

Answer 6

tools used to evaluate student growth and determine whether educational goals are being met

Question 7

Summative Assessments

Answer 7

evaluations at the end of an instructional period

Question 7

Formal Assessments

Answer 7

a usually post-instruction assessment with the purpose of assessing student knowledge, retention, and application; often involve the use of a standardized rubric or scoring guide based on several criteria

Question 8

Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)

Answer 8

Evaluation conducted by independent qualified assessment personal not associated with the local education agency

Question 9

Percentile Rank

Answer 9

the percentage of scores in its frequency distribution that are equal to or lower than it