Chapter1_ASSESSMENT AND TESTING

What is the primary distinction between assessment and testing?

• Assessment is conducted only at the end of a course, while testing is ongoing.

• Assessment focuses on grades, while testing focuses on skills.

• Assessment is an ongoing process, while testing is a subset of assessment conducted at specific times.

• Assessment is objective, while testing is subjective.

What is a test primarily designed to do?

• Assess a student’s overall emotional well-being.

• Provide incidental feedback on a student’s performance.

• Measure a student’s ability, knowledge, or performance in a structured and explicit manner.

• Replace informal assessment techniques in the classroom.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a well-constructed test?

• It must include only subjective methods, like teacher intuition.

• It must measure specific abilities or knowledge accurately.

• It should quantify performance using explicit rules or procedures.

• It must focus on the intended domain without introducing irrelevant factors.

What does a performance-based test typically evaluate?

• A student’s ability to memorize grammar rules.

• A student’s actual use of language in context, such as speaking, writing, or comprehension.

• A student’s prior knowledge of the test format.

• A student’s aptitude for learning languages.

What is the primary purpose of a proficiency test?

• To evaluate overall language competence across all skills.

• To assess the effectiveness of teaching methods in a specific course.

• To place students in appropriate levels within a curriculum.

• To measure only vocabulary and grammar knowledge.

What should testers consider when designing a test?

• Ensuring it only measures surface-level skills.

• Making the test as lengthy as possible to cover all topics.

• Avoiding structured methods to allow for flexibility.

• Matching the test to the abilities and backgrounds of the test-takers.