Question 1

The process in assessment that provides a numeric description of a characteristic or event is ________.

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Question 2

The Algebra I class mean and standard deviation are 80 and 10,respectively.The Biology II class mean and standard deviation are 79 and 4,respectively.Kristen scored 90 in Algebra I and 87 in Biology II.The most valid conclusion to be drawn from these data is that Kristen

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A) scored better relative to her class in Algebra I than in Biology II. 
B) scored better relative to her class in Biology II than in Algebra I. 
C) should earn an A in Algebra I and a B in Biology II. 
D) would be served better by criterion-referenced grading than by norm-referenced grading in both courses.

Question 3

When teachers want to give different weights to tests and assignments,it is most appropriate to use a what type of grading system?

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A) Criterion-referenced 
B) Normal curve 
C) Percentage 
D) Point or norm-referenced

Question 4

Grading on the curve is an example of a criterion-referenced system.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The key feature of authentic assessments is

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A) development of tests by professional evaluators. 
B) high test-retest reliability. 
C) testing in a realistic context. 
D) use of essays as the primary form of testing.

Question 6

The midpoint or middle score of a distribution is called the ________.

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Question 7

A teacher who uses informal ungraded tests is relying upon _________ assessment to her inform his or her teaching.Increasingly teachers today must show student learning and achievement.Overall,in America we are seeing a high increase in the use of high-stakes tests and public demand for _______.

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Question 8

Using any grading system requires the teacher to be able to defend the grades assigned to students.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Authentic "real-life" assessments are also called direct,alternative,and ________ assessments.

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Question 10

A local high school developed a math achievement test and used the results to determine the selection of students for an advanced placement course with a limited number of seats.What type of test should be used?

Accepted Answer

A) Criterion-referenced 
B) Diagnostic 
C) Norm-referenced 
D) Standardized

Question 11

For which one of the following situations would a criterion-referenced test be the most appropriate measure to use?

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A) Assessing the range of abilities in a large,mixed-ability group of students 
B) Comparing students' general ability in specific subject areas such as English,algebra,or general science 
C) Measuring mastery of basic competencies in addition and subtraction 
D) Selecting candidates for a teaching position when only a few openings are available

Question 12

Woolfolk highly recommends comparing states using standardized test scores because such comparisons provide the most objective information.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Portfolios often include work in progress,revisions,the student's reflections on what he/she has learned,and student __________.

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Question 14

It is generally best to put as little wording as possible into the stem of a multiple-choice question relative to the distractors.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Use this information for the following question.The following descriptive statistics are given for an educational psychology examination administered to 323 students (N).There were 60 multiple-choice items (k)on this test.The items in this set are classified as Use of Knowledge (U)items.
Descriptive Statistics
 
-The central tendency of the score distribution indicates a symmetrical distribution.

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A) The conclusion in this item's statement is NOT supported by the above data. 
B) The conclusion in this item's statement is supported by the above data. 
C) There are insufficient data presented to warrant this conclusion.

Question 16

High-stakes testing is what some educators use to make important decisions about students,teachers,and schools.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Compare authentic testing to conventional testing with regard to philosophy,procedures,student roles,types of evaluation,grading,and situations that favor the use of each category of assessment procedures.

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Question 18

Criterion-referenced tests are used primarily to assess

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A) achievement of general instructional goals. 
B) each student's achievement compared to other students. 
C) mastery of specific objectives. 
D) the range of achievement in a large group.

Question 19

Howard Williams teaches a college course in educational foundations to preservice teachers.The course is intended to expose students to the historical roots of education,key philosophers,and current issues in teaching and education.90 percent of students' grades in his course are determined by a midterm and a final exam,both consisting of 75 multiple-choice questions.The remaining 10 percent is attendance.One question on the midterm,for example,was: "The first normal school in Tennessee was established in ." followed by four alternatives.A question on the final was: "The philosopher identified with the progressive movement was ..."' followed by four alternatives.When asked about the course after they had graduated,students often described it as "well taught,but meaningless."
-React to Dr.Williams' grading system.How might it be improved to be more motivating and valid?

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Question 20

Authentic assessments are procedures that directly assess student performances in "real-life" situations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 15: Classroom Assessment, Grading, and Standardized Testing

The process in assessment that provides a numeric description of a characteristic or event is ________.

The Algebra I class mean and standard deviation are 80 and 10,respectively.The Biology II class mean and standard deviation are 79 and 4,respectively.Kristen scored 90 in Algebra I and 87 in Biology II.The most valid conclusion to be drawn from these data is that Kristen

When teachers want to give different weights to tests and assignments,it is most appropriate to use a what type of grading system?

Grading on the curve is an example of a criterion-referenced system.

The key feature of authentic assessments is

The midpoint or middle score of a distribution is called the ________.

A teacher who uses informal ungraded tests is relying upon ___ assessment to her inform his or her teaching.Increasingly teachers today must show student learning and achievement.Overall,in America we are seeing a high increase in the use of high-stakes tests and public demand for _.

Using any grading system requires the teacher to be able to defend the grades assigned to students.

Authentic "real-life" assessments are also called direct,alternative,and ________ assessments.

A local high school developed a math achievement test and used the results to determine the selection of students for an advanced placement course with a limited number of seats.What type of test should be used?

For which one of the following situations would a criterion-referenced test be the most appropriate measure to use?

Woolfolk highly recommends comparing states using standardized test scores because such comparisons provide the most objective information.

Portfolios often include work in progress,revisions,the student's reflections on what he/she has learned,and student __________.

It is generally best to put as little wording as possible into the stem of a multiple-choice question relative to the distractors.

High-stakes testing is what some educators use to make important decisions about students,teachers,and schools.

Compare authentic testing to conventional testing with regard to philosophy,procedures,student roles,types of evaluation,grading,and situations that favor the use of each category of assessment procedures.

Criterion-referenced tests are used primarily to assess

Authentic assessments are procedures that directly assess student performances in "real-life" situations.