Assessment

What is the primary purpose of formative assessment?

• To assign final grades

• To measure student performance against standardized benchmarks

• To provide ongoing feedback to improve learning

• To compare student achievement across different schools

Which of the following is an example of summative assessments?

• Classroom discussions

• Weekly quizzes

• Homework assignments

• Mid-term exams

How can assessments be differentiated to meet the needs of all students?

• Using the same test for all students

• Allowing extra time for everyone

• Providing various types of assessment tasks

• Only assessing high-achieving students

What is a key characteristic of a good assessment?

• It is lengthy and complex.

• It is easy to grade.

• It accurately measures what it is intended to assess.

• It has a high pass rate.

Which of the following is a benefit of using rubrics in assessment?

• They reduce grading time.

• They provide clear criteria for evaluation.

• They are subjective.

• They eliminate the need for feedback.

Which type of assessment method involves students working on a long-term project?

• Multiple-choice tests

• Oral exams

• Portfolios

• True/false quizzes

Why is it important to align assessments with learning objectives?

• To ensure assessments are challenging

• To make grading easier

• To accurately measure students' understanding of the material

• To increase test length

What is one potential drawback of standardized testing?

• It provides clear benchmarks

• It is cost-effective

• It may not account for individual learning differences

• It is easy to administer

Which assessment technique involves students assessing their own work?

• Peer assessment

• Self-assessment

• Teacher assessment

• Group assessment

What is an essential consideration when designing an assessment?

• The length of the test

• The cost of administration

• The alignment with learning outcomes

• The number of students taking the test