Testing, Assessing and Teaching

In a Norm-referenced Test, students are are compared to:

• Other students in the same group or population.
• Their own previous performances

• A specific set of learning objectives

Which of the following is an example of a Summative Assessment?

• Final exam
• Class participation
• A group discussion during class

What is the main purpose of Formative Assessment?

• To compare student's grades with others

• To provide a standardized test score.
• To enhance learning through feedback

which of the following is an example of a Fomal Assessment?

• Homework assignment
• Class participation
• Final exam

What is a Test?

• A set of items to measure knowledge, skills, or performance.

• A test is a form of entertainment.
• A random list of questions

• A way to avoid assessment

What does Assessment mean?

• A one-time test

• Writing scores on paper.

• Checking learning all the time.

• Playing game in class.

What does test measure?

• Grammar only

• Overall performance and specific skills

• only speaking skill

• Random abilities

Why should students "play" with languages? (in learning)

• To learn grammar rule

• To stop assessment

• To avoid taking test

• To practice freely without judgment

How do many students feel about taking test?

• Anxious and self-doubtful

• Excited and confident

• Neutral and indifferent

• Motivated and eager

What does testing in education systems need to focus on to improve learning experience?

• Testing shoul be avoided

• Focus on memorization of facts and figures.
• Focus on critical thinking and real-world application.
• Testing should not be changed