Assessment Flashcards
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A teacher gives the same test twice to the same group and gets similar scores. Which type of reliability is being measured?
Answer: Test-retest reliability
Test-retest reliability measures score consistency across two administrations of the same test.
Two teachers score the same essays and arrive at nearly identical scores. This demonstrates strong what?
Answer: Inter-rater reliability
Inter-rater reliability is the degree of agreement among different scorers.
Which feedback practice is most effective for improving student learning?
Answer: Specific, timely feedback tied to learning goals
Specific and timely feedback connected to goals helps students improve their work.
What is the purpose of a table of specifications (test blueprint) when building an exam?
Answer: To align items with content areas and cognitive levels
A table of specifications ensures items proportionally cover intended content and skill levels.
A standardized test reports a stanine score of 5. How should this be interpreted?
Answer: Average performance
Stanines range 1-9 with 5 representing the middle, or average, performance band.
Which is the best reason to use multiple assessment measures rather than a single test?
Answer: It provides a more complete and valid picture of learning
Multiple measures capture different aspects of learning, improving validity of conclusions.
A teacher adjusts upcoming lessons based on results from an exit ticket. This illustrates which key use of assessment?
Answer: Assessment for learning
Assessment for learning uses results to guide and adjust instruction.