Assessment Basic Concepts and Principles

Which of the following is TRUE about measurement and evaluation?

• Measurement and evaluation involve collection of information.

• Measurement and evaluation are part of the assessment process.

• Measurement and evaluation require the use of tests.

• Measurement and evaluation are similar processes.

Which of the following assessment tasks is the LEAST AUTHENTIC?

• essay test

• field demonstration

• multiple-choice test

• research project

Assessment is not about what the teacher does but what the learner can do. This statement is most reflective of which principle of assessment?

• Assessment should be as authentic as much as possible.

• Assessment should have a clear purpose.

• Assessment is not an end in itself

• Assessment is learner-centered.

Which of the following statements about assessment is NOT TRUE?

• Assessment is systematic and purpose-oriented.

• The word assessment is rooted in the Latin word assidere.

• A test is a form of assessment, but not all assessments use test or testing.

• Assessment is the process of assigning a numerical score to the performance of a student.

Assessment should have a clear purpose. If you are already a classroom teacher, how would you best demonstrate or practice this assessment principle?

• Discuss with the class the grading system and your expectations of your students’ performance.

• When giving tests, the purpose of each test is provided in the first page of the test paper.

• Explain during the first day of classes your assessment techniques and your reasons for their use.

• When deciding on an assessment task, its match and consistency with instructional objectives and learning targets are ascertained.

Teacher Jane discovered that his students are weak in writing skills. Which test should she administer further to determine in which other skills are weak?

• Formative

• Placement

• Diagnostic

• Summative

Teacher John conducted a test after discussing the lesson “Item Analysis” to check whether the students learned something about the lesson. Which type of assessment teacher John applied?

• Placement

• Diagnostic

• Formative

• Summative

The Dean of the College of Commerce conducted an assessment at the beginning of the semester to find out who among the 2nd-year accountancy students can proceed to 3^rd year. The result will also be used for sectioning purposes. What type of assessment was given to the students?

• Placement

• Diagnostic

• Formative

• Summative

The class of Mr. Peter was asked to provide feedback on each other’s learning. Which form of assessment was used?

• Summative

• Formative

• Peer

• Self

The TLE class of Prof. Maria was taught on how to take measurement for a pair of pants. An assessment was administered by Prof. Maria to express judgment on the students’ skill on measurement of pants. What form of assessment was administered?

• Performance

• Formative

• Peer

• Self