Precision Assessment and Evaluation 3

Question 1

A student consistently scores 72% on a math test, regardless of when it is taken. This demonstrates:

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High reliability

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High validity

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Low inter-rater reliability

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High predictive validity

Question 2

Which of the following best describes a norm-referenced test?

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It compares a student's performance to that of a peer group

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It measures mastery of specific learning objectives

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It tracks individual student growth over time

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It provides pass/fail determinations based on cut scores

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a portfolio assessment?

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To document student growth and learning over time

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To rank students against national averages

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To provide a single snapshot of student achievement

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To standardize grading across multiple teachers

Question 4

In statistics, what does a standard deviation of zero indicate?

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All scores in the data set are identical

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All scores are at the maximum possible value

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The test had no discriminating power

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Half the scores fall above the mean

Question 5

Which accommodation is most appropriate for a student with a reading disability taking a science content assessment?

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Providing text-to-speech technology

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Reducing the number of test questions

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Giving the student the answer key beforehand

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Exempting the student from the assessment entirely

Question 6

A test that predicts how well students will perform in a future course is demonstrating:

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Predictive validity

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Content validity

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Construct validity

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Face validity

Question 7

Which assessment strategy involves students evaluating their own work against established criteria?

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Self-assessment

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Peer assessment

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Benchmark assessment

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Authentic assessment