Question 1

The dual marking system refers to

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A)   using two teachers to establish inter-rater reliability on the same scoring of a student test.
B)   both the teacher and student scoring student working using the same rubric and comparing.
C)   establishing a marking system that ensures validity and reliability.
D)   establishing two grades (one for actual achievement and the second including judgment about effort in final grade)

Question 2

When a general description of overall performance is desirable, the most appropriate type of assessment tool to use is called __________.

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Question 3

Paper-and-pencil exercises, direct observations of performances, development of portfolios, and creation of artifacts are all methods of

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A)   assessment.
B)   evaluation.
C)   measurement.
D)   testing.

Question 4

The term objective as used in objective testing refers to the

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A)   content goals of the items.
B)   goal(s)  of the test.
C)   type of material covered.
D)   way the test is scored.

Question 5

Having students assist in the development of rating scales and scoring rubrics can lead to improved learning.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The process in assessment that provides a numeric description of a characteristic or event is ________.

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The answer of The process in assessment that provides a...

Question 7

A popular grading system to use for combining grades from many assignments is to use

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A)   an average of the grades from all sources.
B)   an average of all of the norm-referenced scores.
C)   a point system.
D)   percentage grading.

Question 8

Compare and contrast criterion-referenced, norm-referenced, and percentage grading.

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Criterion-referenced grading evaluates s...

Question 9

A general term for tests designed to assess performances in realistic contexts is __________ testing.

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The answer of A general term for tests designed to...

Question 10

Which one of the following procedures would improve the reliability and validity of grading short essay tests, thus refuting the complaint of sensitivity to bias and variability in grading?

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A)   Administering more pretests
B)   Grading on the curve
C)   Implementing a contract system
D)   Using a scoring rubric

Question 11

All of the following statements are true of essay tests EXCEPT:

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A)   Each question should give students a precise task.
B)   Less material can be covered in essay than in multiple-choice tests.
C)   Students should be able to answer the questions in a few words for the sake of efficiency.
D)   Questions should measure the higher-level objectives.

Question 12

The incorrect answers in a multiple-choice question are called alternatives or ________.

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The answer of The incorrect answers in a multiple-choice question...

Question 13

For which one of the following situations would a criterion-referenced test be the most appropriate measure to use?

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A)   Assessing the range of abilities in a large, mixed-ability group of students
B)   Comparing students' general ability in specific subject areas such as English, algebra, or general science
C)   Measuring mastery of basic competencies in addition and subtraction
D)   Selecting candidates for a teaching position when only a few openings are available

Question 14

At the beginning of the semester, Mr. Rumstead gave a formative test for the purposes of setting objectives. At the end of the course he gave the same test to determine grades. The second time this test was given, it was used as what type of test?

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A)   Aptitude
B)   Diagnostic
C)   Formative
D)   Summative

Question 15

Reliability is the degree to which a test measures what it is supposed to measure.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which one of the following sources would be the LEAST likely product to be found in a student's portfolio?

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A)   Artistic products
B)   Peer comments
C)   Standardized test results
D)   Written products

Question 17

Compare authentic testing to conventional testing with regard to philosophy, procedures, student roles, types of evaluation, grading, and situations that favor the use of each category of assessment procedures.

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The philosophy of authentic assessment i...

Question 18

What type of test would provide the most useful information for the following question: "Are the learning outcomes for the new unit sequenced appropriately?"

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A)   Diagnostic
B)   Formative
C)   Placement
D)   Summative

Question 19

Which one of the following situations requires a norm-referenced evaluation?

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A)   Assessing whether an individual has been drinking too much to drive
B)   Certifying whether a newly graduated education student can perform satisfactorily as a teacher
C)   Hiring one manager from a pool of ten applicants for a large department store
D)   Reporting to parents about how much students have learned during the semester

Question 20

The most important attribute of a norming sample is that it should be

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A)   completely random.
B)   large and diverse.
C)   limited in size.
D)   similar to future test-takers.

Exam 14: Classroom Assessment and Grading

Compare and contrast criterion-referenced, norm-referenced, and percentage grading.

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A general term for tests designed to assess performances in realistic contexts is __________ testing.

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The term objective as used in objective testing refers to the

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A popular grading system to use for combining grades from many assignments is to use

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The dual marking system refers to

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Paper-and-pencil exercises, direct observations of performances, development of portfolios, and creation of artifacts are all methods of

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All of the following statements are true of essay tests EXCEPT:

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Which one of the following situations requires a norm-referenced evaluation?

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Having students assist in the development of rating scales and scoring rubrics can lead to improved learning.

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Reliability is the degree to which a test measures what it is supposed to measure.

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Which one of the following procedures would improve the reliability and validity of grading short essay tests, thus refuting the complaint of sensitivity to bias and variability in grading?

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The process in assessment that provides a numeric description of a characteristic or event is ________.

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For which one of the following situations would a criterion-referenced test be the most appropriate measure to use?

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The incorrect answers in a multiple-choice question are called alternatives or ________.

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What type of test would provide the most useful information for the following question: "Are the learning outcomes for the new unit sequenced appropriately?"

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When a general description of overall performance is desirable, the most appropriate type of assessment tool to use is called __________.

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The most important attribute of a norming sample is that it should be

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Which one of the following sources would be the LEAST likely product to be found in a student's portfolio?

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Compare authentic testing to conventional testing with regard to philosophy, procedures, student roles, types of evaluation, grading, and situations that favor the use of each category of assessment procedures.

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