RCI Assessment & Evaluation Methods 2

Question 1

Which type of assessment is used to measure student learning at the END of an instructional unit?

Accepted Answer

Summative assessment

Answer

Summative assessment evaluates student learning at the conclusion of an instructional period or unit.

Question 2

A Red Cross instructor uses a checklist to observe each student performing a rescue breathing skill. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Performance-based assessment

Answer

Performance-based assessment directly observes and measures a student's ability to demonstrate a skill.

Question 3

When evaluating a student's CPR skill, the instructor notices the student is compressing too shallowly. The BEST immediate response is to:

Accepted Answer

Provide corrective feedback and allow the student to retry

Answer

Immediate corrective feedback allows the student to correct technique while the skill is still being practiced.

Question 4

What does 'inter-rater reliability' mean in the context of skill evaluation?

Accepted Answer

Multiple instructors scoring the same performance reach consistent results

Answer

Inter-rater reliability refers to the consistency of scores when different evaluators assess the same performance.

Question 5

A student scores 72% on the written final exam. The passing standard is 80%. According to Red Cross policy, the instructor should:

Accepted Answer

Offer a remediation opportunity and allow one retest

Answer

Red Cross policy allows students who do not meet the passing standard to receive remediation and complete one retest.

(RCI) Red Cross Instructor Certification Practice Test