DACBE Flashcard by Dr. MG

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What is the key difference between CBE and traditional education?

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CBE focuses on mastery of skills regardless of time; traditional education focuses on time-based progression

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Key principle of CBE?

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Student mastery of competencies before moving forward

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Which of the following would NOT be an example of a direct assessment in CBE? Options: A portfolio of work demonstrating competencies, A research paper, A project or capstone showing mastery of skills, Practical demonstrations or simulations

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A research paper

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What does validity refer to in the context of assessment?

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The assessment accurately measures what it is intended to measure

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Reliability in assessment means:

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Scores are consistent and reproducible over time and evaluators

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Competencies should be broad and general to cover a wide range of skills.

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False

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What type of assessment best aligns with direct assessment CBE? Options: Norm-referenced tests, Performance-based assessments, Open-book quizzes only, Essay questions with subjective grading only

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Performance-based assessments

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What is the primary purpose of a rubric in direct assessment?

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To standardize grading and clarify expectations

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What describes a well-constructed rubric?

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Clear, specific criteria aligned with competencies and performance levels

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What is a direct assessment in Competency-Based Education (CBE)?

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An evaluation of student learning based on observable evidence of mastery of specific competencies