KSA Assessment 3

Question 1

What does 'reliability' mean in the context of educational assessment?

Accepted Answer

The test produces consistent results across administrations

Answer

Reliability refers to the consistency of assessment results—a reliable test produces similar scores under similar conditions.

Question 2

Which term describes the degree to which an assessment measures what it claims to measure?

Accepted Answer

Validity

Answer

Validity is the degree to which an assessment accurately measures the intended construct or skill.

Question 3

A Kentucky teacher uses exit slips at the end of each lesson. This strategy best represents which assessment approach?

Accepted Answer

Formative assessment

Answer

Exit slips are a common formative assessment tool that gives teachers immediate feedback on daily learning.

Question 4

In Kentucky's K-PREP scoring, which performance level is just below Proficient?

Accepted Answer

Apprentice

Answer

Kentucky's K-PREP uses four levels: Novice, Apprentice, Proficient, and Distinguished; Apprentice is directly below Proficient.

Question 5

Which assessment practice involves students gathering samples of their own work over time to demonstrate growth?

Accepted Answer

Portfolio assessment

Answer

Portfolio assessment involves collecting student work samples over time to document growth and achievement.

(KSA) Kentucky State Testing Practice Test