Assessment Vocabulary Flashcard

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Define the term reliability.

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The extent to which scores, tests, programs or assessments are accurate, dependable, stable, consistent and free from error over a period of time

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An assessment which measures progress toward mastery of a given set of objectives, outcomes or skills

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Criterion-referenced test

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A numeric rating scale of attitudes or values indicating most to least, strongly agree to strongly disagree, etc.

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Likert Scale

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What is accountability, in terms of assessment?

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Responsibility for student learning based on agreed-upon criteria such as rubrics or test scores

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Aptitude tests: Predict what a student will be able to do in the future and the likely effects of future learning experiences

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Predict what a student will be able to do in the future and the likely effects of future learning experiences

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A collection and evaluation of student products and performances selected for inclusion based on agreed-upon criteria. These generally illustrate a range of abilities and special talents showing growth, self-reflection, and achievement. They may be composed of the student’s best work or work that shows improvement over time.

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Portfolio Assessment

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Any systematic, evaluative appraisal of a student’s ability to perform tasks or do something. Examples include demonstrations, recitals, oral reports, cheerleader tryouts, work samples, etc…

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Performance Assessment

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The number of points or a given part out of 100. The score on many classroom tests as well as report card grades are based on the percentage a student has gotten correct.

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Percentage

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Mathematically, the sum of a group of numbers divided by the amount of numbers. This term is also used to describe the center, the normal or the general level of knowledge which is minimally acceptable. On a report card, a grade of “C” usually indicates average.

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Average

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The average of a set of scores or numbers; the sum divided by the number of scores. Extremes in scores skew this number. For instance, giving a student a zero has a major effect on his average.

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Mean