Understanding Quality Pre-Assessments

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What is the primary purpose of a quality pre-assessment?

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To inform instruction by diagnosing student needs

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Which of the following should a pre-assessment be aligned with?
Options:
Student interests only,
The specific standards or objectives of the upcoming unit or course,
The teacher’s favorite topics,
The previous year’s curriculum

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The specific standards or objectives of the upcoming unit or course

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Which question type is NOT typically included in a quality pre-assessment? Options: Multiple choice, Open-ended questions, Performance tasks, Only essay questions

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Only essay questions

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In career-focused courses, pre-assessments should:

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Include tasks that mirror real-world industry scenarios

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If a pre-assessment reveals that most students are already confident in a topic, what should the teacher do?

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Move on to more advanced content or provide enrichment

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If pre-assessment results show a wide range of student readiness levels, what is a strategic next step for the teacher?

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Use the data to create flexible groups and adjust instruction accordingly.