Assessment Strategies Flashcards

In Wisconsin Foundations of Reading Test, what is the primary purpose of formative assessment?

Answer: To monitor progress and provide feedback during the learning or development process

Formative assessment is conducted during the process to monitor progress, identify areas needing improvement, and provide timely feedback that can guide adjustments.

What does validity mean in the context of assessment within Wisconsin Foundations of Reading Test?

Answer: The assessment measures what it is intended to measure

Validity refers to whether an assessment actually measures the construct or skill it claims to measure. A valid assessment produces meaningful and accurate results for its intended purpose.

What is the difference between reliability and validity in Wisconsin Foundations of Reading Test assessment?

Answer: Reliability refers to consistency of results; validity refers to accuracy of measurement

Reliability means the assessment produces consistent, stable results across repeated administrations. Validity means the assessment accurately measures what it is intended to measure. Both are needed for quality assessment.

Which type of assessment in Wisconsin Foundations of Reading Test compares an individual's performance to a predetermined standard?

Answer: Criterion-referenced assessment

Criterion-referenced assessment compares performance against a fixed set of criteria or standards, determining whether specific competencies have been met regardless of how others perform.

What is a rubric used for in Wisconsin Foundations of Reading Test assessment?

Answer: To define criteria and performance levels for evaluating work quality

A rubric is a scoring guide that defines specific criteria and describes performance levels for each criterion, providing consistent and transparent evaluation standards.

In Wisconsin Foundations of Reading Test, what is the purpose of baseline assessment?

Answer: To establish a starting point for measuring future progress

Baseline assessment establishes the initial level of knowledge, skill, or condition before any intervention or training begins, providing a reference point for measuring subsequent progress.