Unit 2 Assessment

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What is the definition of a unit in measurement?

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A unit is a standard quantity used to specify measurements, such as length, mass, or time.

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Explain the concept of assessment in education.

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Assessment is the process of evaluating a student's understanding, skills, and knowledge through various methods such as tests, quizzes, and projects.

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What is the purpose of formative assessment?

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Formative assessment is used to monitor student learning and provide ongoing feedback that can be used by instructors to improve their teaching and by students to improve their learning.

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Define summative assessment.

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Summative assessment evaluates student learning at the end of an instructional unit by comparing it against some standard or benchmark.

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What is a rubric in the context of assessment?

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A rubric is a scoring guide used to evaluate the quality of students' constructed responses.

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Describe the difference between qualitative and quantitative assessment.

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Qualitative assessment focuses on descriptive data and subjective judgment, while quantitative assessment relies on numerical data and objective measurement.

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What is the role of feedback in the assessment process?

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Feedback provides students with information about their performance, helping them understand their strengths and areas for improvement.

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Explain the term 'validity' in assessment.

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Validity refers to the degree to which an assessment measures what it is intended to measure.

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What does 'reliability' mean in the context of assessments?

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Reliability refers to the consistency of an assessment's results over time or across different raters.

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What is a benchmark in educational assessment?

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A benchmark is a standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed.