AIL 1: (U2T1) Standards-Based Assessment
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- Q1Which type of assessment compares an individual's performance to a predefined standard rather than to the performance of others?Norm-referenced assessmentStandards-based assessmentFormative assessmentCriterion-referenced assessment30s
- Q2What is a primary characteristic of norm-referenced assessments?They measure knowledge against a set standard.They provide feedback on specific skills.They focus on student improvement over time.They rank test-takers relative to one another.30s
- Q3Which assessment type emphasizes the achievement of specific learning objectives and standards set by educational authorities?Norm-referenced assessmentSummative assessmentStandards-based assessmentCriterion-referenced assessment30s
- Q4In which type of assessment do results often indicate how a student performs in relation to a specific mastery level?Formative assessmentCriterion-referenced assessmentDiagnostic assessmentNorm-referenced assessment30s
- Q5What distinguishes standards-based assessment from norm-referenced assessment?It uses percentile ranks to report scores.It focuses solely on classroom participation.It evaluates students based on their past performance.It measures mastery of specific standards rather than comparing students to each other.30s
- Q6Which assessment type is primarily used to evaluate a student's knowledge in relation to a benchmark or grade-level expectations?Norm-referenced assessmentCriterion-referenced assessmentSummative assessmentStandards-based assessment30s
- Q7What is the main purpose of norm-referenced assessment in educational settings?To provide detailed feedback on specific skill areas.To compare a student's performance with that of a representative sample.To measure individual progress toward specific standards.To determine mastery of a particular subject topic.30s
- Q8Which assessment approach focuses on student improvement and learning progress over time?Standards-based assessmentCriterion-referenced assessmentNorm-referenced assessmentSummative assessment30s
- Q9What is a key feature of standards-based assessments?They compare students' scores against a norm group.They focus solely on individual student performance without benchmarks.They prioritize subjective grading methods.They align assessments with clear educational goals and standards.30s
- Q10What is typically NOT a characteristic of norm-referenced assessments?They are often used for standardized testing.They provide specific feedback on individual skill mastery.They rank students based on their scores.They compare performance against a norm group.30s
- Q11What is the main principle behind Constructive Alignment as proposed by Biggs (2003)?Incorporating technology into educationFocusing solely on teaching methodsStandardized testing for all studentsAlignment of learning activities with intended learning outcomes30s
- Q12According to Tyler (1949), what is a primary component in the curriculum development process?Scheduling classesDefining educational objectivesHiring teachersChoosing textbooks30s
- Q13Shuell (1986) emphasized the importance of which aspect in effective learning?Passive listening in lecturesMemorization of factsAssessment through attendanceActive engagement of learners30s
- Q14What is a key feature of Constructive Alignment in terms of assessment?Only multiple-choice questions are usedAssessments are optionalAssessments do not relate to learning outcomesAssessment tasks are designed to measure achievement of learning outcomes30s
- Q15Which of the following best describes the relationship between teaching methods and learning outcomes in Biggs' Constructive Alignment model?Teaching methods can be randomTeaching methods should be directly aligned with the desired learning outcomesLearning outcomes are secondary to teaching methodsOnly traditional methods are effective30s