Assessment and Evaluation of Learning Quiz

What is the primary purpose of assessment according to the New South West Wales Department of Education and Training?

• To improve student learning and performance

• To assign report card grades

• To motivate students

• To provide useful information

According to Angelo and Cross, what is one of the most promising ways to improve learning?

• Reducing the amount of feedback

• Using standardized tests

• Increasing the number of assessments

• Improving teaching

What is the main focus of classroom assessment according to Black and Wiliam?

• To evaluate teacher performance

• To assign grades to students

• To promote learning

• To reduce the gap between assessment and student learning

How can assessment enhance learning according to Black and Wiliam?

• By limiting the use of assessment

• By promoting metacognitive experiences

• By discouraging students from self-assessment

• By providing irrelevant feedback

What is the role of students in the assessment process according to the text?

• To provide feedback to teachers

• To collaborate with colleagues

• To avoid assessment

• To engage in self-assessment

What is the importance of clear goals in assessment according to the text?

• To confuse students

• To make assessment more difficult

• To improve teaching effectiveness

• To discourage student learning

How can teachers improve their effectiveness in assessment according to Angelo and Cross?

• By avoiding assessment

• By making goals and objectives explicit

• By ignoring feedback

• By not involving students in the process

What is the main focus of classroom assessment according to Black and Wiliam?

• To promote learning

• To reduce the gap between assessment and student learning

• To evaluate teacher performance

• To assign grades to students

What is the main purpose of formative assessment?

• To assign final grades

• To guide classroom instruction

• To make important decisions

• To compare students' performance

Which assessment type focuses on comparing student performance to a specific standard or criteria?

• Summative assessment

• Formative assessment

• Norm-referenced assessment

• Criterion-referenced assessment