M1: Assessment and Evaluation in Education

What is the purpose of formative evaluation in education?

• To rank the quality of students' work

• To enhance student learning through ongoing classroom instruction

• To compare one student's score to others

• To determine the final grades of students

What does a rubric in educational settings primarily provide?

• A method for self-reflection

• Criteria for ranking the quality of students' work

• Data for norming scores

• A relationship between two variables

What is meant by the term "median" in the context of performance assessment?

• The highest score achieved

• The score half above and half below in a group

• The average score

• The score most frequently occurring

Which of the following best describes "reliability" in the context of assessments?

• The variability of scores over different tests

• The accuracy and consistency of scores over time

• The comparison of scores to a set standard

• The ability to learn more and develop skills

What does "correlation" refer to in educational research?

• A definitive cause-and-effect relationship

• A scoring guide

• A strong connection between two variables without implying causation

• The difference between the highest and lowest scores

What is the purpose of a Diagnostic Test in education?

• To measure levels of attainment in content and process

• To assess specific skills in reading and math to guide instructional planning

• To evaluate the effectiveness of a course or program after completion

• To predict future behavior and achievements

What scale is used in a Likert Scale?

• 1-3, where 1 is low and 3 is high

• 1-5, where 1 is low and 5 is high

• 1-9, where 1 is low and 9 is high

• 1-10, where 1 is low and 10 is high

What does a Standard Deviation indicate in a set of scores?

• The average score

• The highest and lowest scores

• The percentage of students above and below the mean

• The range of scores around the mean

What is the primary focus of Performance Assessment?

• To predict student behavior and future achievements

• To measure general intelligence and mental ability

• To evaluate a student's ability to perform specific tasks

• To assess learning outcomes after completing a program

Which type of test is described as being more valid and reliable when the objectives are aligned with what has been taught?

• Diagnostic Test

• Aptitude Test

• Achievement Test

• Summative Evaluation