Understanding Different Types of Assessments

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What is a Criterion-Referenced Assessment?

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An assessment that measures a student's performance against a specific set of criteria or learning standards, rather than comparing their performance to others.

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What is the purpose of Diagnostic Assessments?

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To identify students’ strengths and weaknesses before instruction begins, guiding future teaching.

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When do Formative Assessments occur and what is their purpose?

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They occur during the learning process and provide ongoing feedback to both students and teachers, helping adjust instruction and understand progress.

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What is an Ipsative Assessment?

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An assessment that compares a student’s current performance to their previous performances, encouraging self-improvement and motivation.

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What do Norm-Referenced Assessments compare?

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They compare a student's performance to a normative sample or group of students, providing insight into how students perform relative to their peers.

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What is the role of Summative Assessments?

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To evaluate student learning at the end of an instructional unit, determining if students have met learning objectives and are ready to move on.