Assessment & Evaluation Methods Flashcards

Which question type is best for assessing higher-order thinking such as evaluation and synthesis?

Answer: Essay or open-ended scenario

Open-ended responses let learners demonstrate analysis, evaluation, and creation.

An instructor posts the grading rubric together with the assignment instructions. What is the primary benefit?

Answer: Learners understand expectations before they begin

Sharing the rubric upfront clarifies expectations and supports learner success.

Which describes a low-stakes assessment?

Answer: A short ungraded or minimally weighted practice quiz

Low-stakes assessments carry little or no grade weight and encourage practice and feedback.

A learner scores poorly on an exam but did well on all projects. Which strategy gives the fairest view of competence?

Answer: Use multiple assessment methods to triangulate evidence

Multiple measures give a more valid and balanced picture of learner achievement.

What does self-assessment primarily develop in online learners?

Answer: Metacognition and self-regulation

Self-assessment builds learners' ability to monitor and regulate their own learning.

Which is an example of an authentic assessment in an online business course?

Answer: Developing a real-world marketing plan for a local business

Authentic assessments mirror real-world tasks learners will face professionally.

When should an instructor typically review LMS analytics on quiz attempts and time-on-task?

Answer: Regularly, to spot struggling learners and refine instruction

Ongoing analytics review enables early intervention and improvement of assessments.