QUIZ Unit 1: Authentic Assessment

What is the primary focus of Outcomes-Based Education (OBE)?

• Student outcomes

• Standardized testing

• Content delivery

• Teacher-centered learning

According to Spady, what is a key principle of OBE?

• Clarity of focus

• Content memorization

• Teacher authority

• Passive learning

What are institutional outcomes?

• Individual student achievements

• Assessment criteria for tests

• Statements of expected graduate qualities

• Specific skills for a course

What does the term 'deferred outcomes' refer to?

• Immediate skills after graduation

• Skills acquired years after completing a program

• Short-term learning objectives

• Assessment results from standardized tests

What is the role of the teacher in an OBE framework?

• Sole provider of knowledge

• Facilitator of learning

• Evaluator of student performance

• Designer of standardized tests

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of OBE?

• Student-centered approach

• Meaningful assessment

• Faculty-driven design

• Focus on rote memorization

What is meant by 'constructive alignment' in OBE?

• Aligning teaching with standardized tests

• Aligning faculty roles with institutional goals

• Aligning student interests with course content

• Aligning activities and assessment with learning outcomes

What is the first step in the 'design down' approach of OBE?

• Assessing student knowledge

• Implementing teaching strategies

• Defining the end result

• Creating lesson plans

What is an example of an intermediate outcome?

• Job performance years after graduation

• Ability to solve mathematical problems

• Understanding of educational theories

• Completion of a degree program

What does OBE emphasize in terms of assessment?

• Authentic assessments

• Standardized testing

• High-stakes exams

• Multiple-choice questions