Validity is concerned with whether a test accurately measures the intended construct or skill.
Rubrics offer clear and objective criteria for evaluating students' performance, enhancing the fairness and consistency of assessment.
Authentic assessment task mirror real-world situations and contexts, such as portfolio assessments where students compile evidence of their learning over time.
The correlation coefficient measures the degree of association between two variables and is often used to assess the reliability of a test.
Performance-based assessments require students to demonstrate their skills or knowledge in real-world tasks, such as writing essays.
Educational measurement is primarily aimed at evaluated students' understanding and proficiency in various subjects or skills.
Norm-referenced assessments compare students' performance to a predetermined standard or norm.
Diagnostic assessments are designed to identify students' specific areas of difficulty or misunderstanding, providing valuable information for targeted intervention.
Benchmark assessments are used to gauge students' progress against predetermined standards or bench marks, typically at key points throughout the school year.
Reflective assessment is more about self-assessment and introspection, rather than being a formal type of educational assessment.
Technology-enhanced items can simulate real-world scenarios and tasks, allowing for the assessment of higher-order thinking skills such as problem-solving and critical thinking.
