Is it Norm or Criterion?

What is the main purpose of norm-referenced tests?

• To assess an individual's growth over time.

• To measure an individual's absolute performance.

• To determine an individual's learning style.

• To compare an individual's performance to a larger group or population.

What is the main purpose of criterion-referenced tests?

• To measure an individual's performance against a predetermined set of criteria or standards.

• To compare an individual's performance to others in the same group.

• To assess an individual's potential for future success.

• To evaluate an individual's overall intelligence or ability.

Which type of test compares a student's performance to a group of peers?

• criterion-referenced test

• standardized test

• aptitude test

• norm-referenced test

Which type of test measures a student's performance against a set standard or criteria?

• Norm-referenced test

• Formative assessment

• Summative assessment

• Criterion-referenced test

In norm-referenced tests, what does the term 'norm' refer to?

• Average or typical performance of a group of test takers

• The highest score achieved by a test taker.

• The lowest score achieved by a test taker.

• The score that represents the passing threshold.

In criterion-referenced tests, what does the term 'criterion' refer to?

• Measurement

• Assessment

• Evaluation

• Standard or benchmark

Which type of test is more focused on individual student's mastery of specific skills or knowledge?

• summative assessment

• diagnostic assessment

• formative assessment

• norm-referenced assessment

Which type of test is more focused on comparing students' performance to each other?

• norm-referenced test

• summative assessment

• formative assessment

• criterion-referenced test

Which type of test is commonly used for college admissions or standardized testing?

• personality test

• standardized test

• aptitude test

• essay test

Which type of test is commonly used for evaluating student progress in a specific subject or curriculum?

• summative assessment

• diagnostic assessment

• formative assessment

• standardized test