Which type of test item allows for the greatest depth of response?
A) Multiple choice B) True/false C) Matching D) Essay Answer: D Explanation: Essay items allow for the greatest depth of […]
Assessment & Evaluation, Pedagogy
Assessment & Evaluation
Assessment & Evaluation, Pedagogy
A disadvantage of essay tests is:
A) They are too easy B) Scoring is time-consuming and subjective C) They cannot measure understanding D) They only test […]
Assessment & Evaluation, Pedagogy
Reliability of a test can be improved by:
A) Making it longer B) Using ambiguous questions C) Having one scorer D) Allowing spelling to influence scores Answer: A […]
Assessment & Evaluation, Pedagogy
A teacher gives a pre-test before starting a new unit. This is an example of:
A) Summative assessment B) Formative assessment C) Placement assessment D) Diagnostic assessment Answer: C Explanation: A pre-test before a new […]
Assessment & Evaluation, Pedagogy
A teacher observes students during group work and provides immediate feedback. This is:
A) Summative assessment B) Formative assessment C) Placement assessment D) Diagnostic assessment Answer: B Explanation: Observation during group work with […]
Assessment & Evaluation, Pedagogy
A final examination at the end of the year is:
A) Formative assessment B) Diagnostic assessment C) Summative assessment D) Placement assessment Answer: C Explanation: A final examination at the […]
Assessment & Evaluation, Pedagogy
A test that consistently produces the same results is:
A) Valid B) Reliable C) Objective D) Usable Answer: B Explanation: A test that consistently produces the same results is […]
Assessment & Evaluation, Pedagogy
A test that measures what it claims to measure is:
A) Reliable B) Objective C) Usable D) Valid Answer: D Explanation: A test that measures what it claims to measure […]
Assessment & Evaluation, Pedagogy
Evaluation that is continuous and integrated with instruction is:
A) Formative evaluation B) Summative evaluation C) Placement evaluation D) Diagnostic evaluation Answer: A Explanation: Formative evaluation is continuous and […]
Assessment & Evaluation, Pedagogy
The main purpose of evaluation is:
A) To punish students B) To improve teaching and learning C) To rank teachers D) To fill administrative requirements Answer: […]