Assessment for Learning: Enhancing Student Outcomes

Question 1

Which of the following is a key principle of assessment for learning?

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Using assessments to provide feedback and support student learning

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Using assessments to punish students for their mistakes

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Comparing student performance to determine who is better

Question 2

Which of the following is the primary goal of assessment in the context of improving learning?

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To provide timely, actionable feedback to improve student learning

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To measure student achievement

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To motivate students to learn

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To punish students for poor performance

Question 3

Which of the following is a key characteristic of effective feedback?

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It uses specific and actionable language.

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It focuses on the learner's strengths.

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It is provided sporadically.

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It emphasizes the grade rather than the learning process.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a formative assessment?

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Daily exit slips

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End-of-chapter test

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Semester-long project

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Final exam

Question 5

To pinpoint specific areas where students need extra support based on assessment results, which method should teachers use?

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Compare student responses to established criteria.

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Collect feedback from parents about areas for improvement.

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Observe student behavior in class to find areas that need improvement.

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Rely only on standardized test scores to find areas for improvement.

Question 6

How does feedback in assessment contribute to improving student learning?

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It helps students identify their strengths and areas for improvement.

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It motivates students to complete assignments promptly.

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It lightens the teacher's workload.

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It eliminates the need for traditional grading.

Question 7

Which of the following is not a type of assessment?

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Grading

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Formative assessment

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Summative assessment

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Diagnostic assessment

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of utilizing assessment for learning enhancement?

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Reduces student stress and anxiety

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Provides constructive feedback to students

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Identifies areas for improvement

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Sets achievable learning objectives

Question 9

What is the primary function of formative assessment?

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Providing timely feedback for improvement

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Assessing student achievement levels

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Diagnosing student learning needs

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Ranking students within a class

Question 10

According to Bloom's taxonomy, which level represents the highest order of cognitive skill?

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Evaluating and synthesizing information

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Remembering factual information

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Comprehending and interpreting

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Applying knowledge and skills

Question 11

Which of the following is a characteristic of authentic assessment?

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Involves student portfolios showcasing their work

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Uses traditional multiple-choice tests

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Relies solely on true/false or fill-in-the-blank questions

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Focuses primarily on memorization and recall

Question 12

What is the key difference between norm-referenced and criterion-referenced assessments?

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Norm-referenced assessments compare students to each other, while criterion-referenced assessments compare students to a predetermined standard.

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Criterion-referenced assessments compare students to each other, while norm-referenced assessments compare students to a predetermined standard.

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Both types of assessments compare students to each other.

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Both types of assessments compare students to a predetermined standard.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of high-quality assessments?

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Excessive difficulty, making them challenging for students

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Reliability in measuring what they intend to measure

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Validity in accurately reflecting student learning

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Fairness in providing equal opportunities for all students

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of assessment in the context of improving learning?

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Grading students for final marks

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Providing feedback to students

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Identifying areas for improvement

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Setting achievable goals

Question 15

What type of assessment involves gathering student performance data over an extended period of time?

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Formative assessment

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Summative assessment

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Diagnostic assessment

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Criterion-referenced assessment

Question 16

What is the primary purpose of a diagnostic assessment?

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To identify students' strengths and weaknesses

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To measure students' progress over time

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To evaluate the effectiveness of instruction

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To make decisions about student placement

Question 17

How should assessment and curriculum be related?

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Assessment should align with the curriculum objectives

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Assessment should drive the development of the curriculum

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Assessment should be separate from the curriculum

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There is no relationship between assessment and curriculum

Question 18

Which of the following is the primary purpose of assessment in the context of improving learning?

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To provide feedback and identify areas for improvement

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To evaluate student performance

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To compare students to one another

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To assign grades

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a desirable characteristic of effective assessment?

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Emphasis on rote memorization

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Validity and reliability

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Usefulness and clarity

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Fairness and equity

Question 20

Which assessment format is most appropriate for evaluating students' critical thinking skills?

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Essay or short answer question

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Multiple-choice test

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Fill-in-the-blanks quiz

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True/False exam

Question 21

What is the primary purpose of formative assessment?

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To provide continuous feedback and support student learning

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To evaluate student achievement at the end of a unit or course

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To identify students who need additional support

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To assign final grades

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of effective assessment?

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Biases in evaluating student progress

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Increased student motivation and engagement

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Improved classroom efficiency

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Increased teacher workload

Question 23

When using assessment to set learning goals, what should be the main priority?

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Identifying students' strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.

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Punishing students who don't meet expectations.

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Comparing students to one another.

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Making decisions about students' future placement.

Question 24

What is a potential challenge of using assessment to improve learning?

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Creating a stressful environment for students

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Providing feedback to students

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Identifying areas for improvement

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Setting goals for students

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a primary purpose of assessment in improving learning?

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To impose consequences for poor performance

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To establish learning goals

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To identify areas for improvement

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To provide constructive feedback

Question 26

What is the foundational step in using assessment to enhance learning?

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Clearly defining the learning objectives

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Developing an assessment plan

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Administering the assessment to students

Question 27

Which type of assessment is most suitable for providing timely and specific feedback to students?

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Formative assessment

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Diagnostic assessment

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Ipsative assessment

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Summative assessment

Question 28

What is the intended purpose of using assessment data to set goals?

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To empower students to monitor their progress and recognize areas for growth

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To compare students' performance to each other

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To punish students who fall below expectations

Question 29

Which assessment strategy is most appropriate for evaluating students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills?

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Performance-based tasks

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True/false questions

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Short answer questions

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Multiple-choice questions

Question 30

How is assessment intrinsically linked to learning?

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Assessment serves as a tool to gauge and enhance student learning

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Assessment has no impact on learning

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Assessment is superior to learning

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Learning exclusively precedes assessment

Question 31

What is the most effective way to use assessment to enhance learning?

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As a tool for formative feedback

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As a tool for summative evaluation

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As a tool for punishment

Question 32

What is a primary advantage of using self-assessment as a tool for improving learning?

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It supports students in becoming aware of their strengths and weaknesses

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It reduces the workload for teachers

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It is less stressful for students

Question 33

When designing an assessment task to improve learning, what should be a key consideration?

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The task should be suitably challenging but achievable for students.

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The task should be very easy to minimize student stress

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The task should be extremely difficult to encourage students to strive

Question 34

What is the primary role of a teacher in using assessment to improve learning?

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To provide feedback and support student learning

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To judge student performance and assign grades

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To compare students' performance to each other

Question 35

Which of the following is an effective strategy for providing feedback to students to enhance their learning?

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Provide timely, specific, and actionable feedback

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Provide feedback as often as possible, regardless of quality

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Provide feedback only to students who are struggling

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Provide feedback only on summative assessments

Question 36

Which of the following is an important ethical consideration when using assessment to improve learning?

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Respecting the rights and privacy of students

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Disregarding the cultural and linguistic diversity of students

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Rewarding high-achieving students with preferential treatment

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Punishing low-achieving students with negative consequences

Question 37

Which of the following is **NOT** a legitimate purpose of educational assessment?

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Punishment

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To provide feedback

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To set goals

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To identify areas for improvement

Question 38

Which type of assessment is designed to be used primarily during instruction for the purpose of adjusting teaching and learning?

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Formative Assessment

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Summative Assessment

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Diagnostic Assessment

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Ipsative Assessment

Question 39

What is the primary purpose of ipsative assessment?

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To compare a student's performance to their own prior performance

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To compare a student's performance to others, such as peers or norms

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To measure what a student knows or can do at a specific point in time

Question 40

Which of the following is **NOT** considered to be a potential benefit of using technology in assessment?

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Increased time consumption

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Increased student engagement

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Enhanced opportunities for individualized feedback

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Automated grading and data analysis

Question 41

When designing an assessment, what should be the primary consideration?

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The intended purpose of the assessment

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The resources available for the assessment

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The time frame available for the assessment

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The age of the students

Question 42

Which of the following characteristics is essential for a well-written test question?

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Clarity and conciseness

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Excessive difficulty

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Biased language

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Irrelevance to learning objectives

Question 43

What is the main distinction between validity and reliability in assessment?

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Validity pertains to the accuracy of an assessment, while reliability pertains to its consistency

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Validity pertains to the consistency of an assessment, while reliability pertains to its accuracy

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Validity and reliability are interchangeable concepts

Question 44

Which strategy is most effective for enhancing the reliability of an assessment?

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Using a larger sample size

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Increasing the difficulty level

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Introducing bias toward certain groups

Question 45

What is the fundamental role of ethics in assessment practices?

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To ensure fairness, equity, and unbiased evaluation

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To justify punishment for poor performance

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To foster a competitive learning environment

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To ensure excessive difficulty

Question 46

A student struggles with understanding fractions. The teacher provides individualized instruction and then administers a short quiz to check for comprehension. This is an example of:

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Formative assessment for instructional planning

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Placement assessment for grouping students

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Diagnostic assessment for identifying learning gaps

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Summative assessment for grading

Question 47

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective feedback?

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Focuses solely on what the student did wrong

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Offers suggestions for improvement

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Specific and actionable

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Timely and relevant

Question 48

A teacher uses a rubric to assess students' essays. The rubric outlines specific criteria for each grade level. This is an example of:

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Criterion-referenced assessment

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Norm-referenced assessment

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Portfolio assessment

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Performance-based assessment

Question 49

A student's portfolio demonstrates growth in their writing skills over the semester. This is an example of which type of assessment?

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Portfolio assessment

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Performance-based assessment

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Criterion-referenced assessment

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Summative assessment

Question 50

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using assessment to improve learning?

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Reduces the need for individualized instruction

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Motivates students to learn

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Provides insights into student strengths and weaknesses

Question 51

A teacher observes students working in groups and provides specific feedback on their collaboration skills. This is an example of:

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Informal assessment

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Diagnostic assessment

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Summative assessment

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Formal assessment

Question 52

A student sets a goal to improve their reading fluency by practicing daily. This goal is most likely based on:

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Self-assessment

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Teacher observation

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Standardized test results

Question 53

Which of the following is a key principle of effective assessment?

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Assessment should be aligned with learning objectives

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Assessment should focus solely on standardized tests

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Assessment should be used primarily for grading