"Key Concepts in Alternative Assessment Methods Quiz"

1. What is the primary goal of alternative assessment?

• A. To measure standardized test performance

• B. To promote creative teaching methods

• C. To evaluate real-world skills and problem-solving abilities

• D. To rank students by scores

2. Which of the following best defines alternative assessment?

• A. A process of memorization and recall

• B. A form of written examination

• C. A set of varied tasks assessing knowledge and practical application

• D. An oral interview with the teacher

3. Which of the following is an example of alternative assessment?

• A. Standardized exams

• B. Multiple-choice quizzes

• C. Essay writing, portfolios, and peer evaluations

• D. Oral recitations only

2. Which model of alternative assessment focuses on self-evaluation by students?

• A. Peer assessment

• B. Portfolio assessment

• C. Self-assessment

• D. Standardized testing

5. Which principle emphasizes assessing tasks that mirror real-life activities?

• A. Authenticity

• B. Flexibility

• C. Standardization

• D. Constructivism

6. What is a key feature of portfolio assessment?

• A. Collection of student work over time

• B. Single high-stakes examination

• C. Grading based only on test scores

• D. One-time observation by the teacher

7. Which of the following principles in alternative assessment is focused on student collaboration?

• A. Transparency

• B. Authenticity

• C. Constructivism

• D. Competitiveness

8. What is peer assessment?

• A. Students evaluating each other’s work based on criteria

• B. Teachers observing students during group tasks

• C. Parents evaluating their children's work

• D. A random grading process

9. One principle in alternative assessment is student-centered learning. This means:

• A. Teachers solely control the learning process

• B. Students actively participate in decision-making and assessment

• C. Learning is purely lecture-based

• D. Students memorize content without guidance

10. Which of the following is a model of alternative assessment?

• A. Standardized test review

• B. Multiple-choice exam

• C. Oral interviews and group presentations

• D. Lecture discussions