Question 1

Using a table of specifications will most likely improve a test's

Accepted Answer

A table of specifications helps ensure that a test covers all necessary content areas and cognitive levels, thus improving its validity by aligning the test with the intended learning outcomes.

Question 2

If a classroom test measures recall of factual information only, it is apt to lack which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A test that only measures recall of factual information may lack validity because it does not assess a broader range of skills or knowledge, such as understanding, application, or analysis.

Question 3

The most desirable way to increase the difficulty of a classroom test is to do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Including more higher-level learning outcomes increases the difficulty of a classroom test because it requires students to apply their knowledge and skills in more complex ways.

Question 4

Which characteristic of a test or assessment is apt to be increased following the principle, "Use the type of test item or assessment task that measures a learning outcome most directly"?

Accepted Answer

Using the type of test item or assessment task that measures a learning outcome most directly increases the validity of the test, as validity refers to the extent to which a test measures what it is intended to measure.

Question 5

The distribution of items and tasks in a table of specifications should reflect the relative

Accepted Answer

The distribution of items and tasks in a table of specifications should reflect the relative importance of objectives.

Question 6

To certify student accomplishment or assign final grades it would be best to use which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Summative assessments are used to evaluate student learning at the end of an instructional period, often for the purpose of assigning final grades or certifying accomplishment.

Question 7

The weight assigned to each instructional objective in a table of specifications should be determined by which of the following factors?

Accepted Answer

The weight assigned to each instructional objective should reflect the instructional time devoted to it, as this indicates its importance and emphasis in the curriculum.

Question 8

Which of the following types of assessment should be used to evaluate student progress in learning a unit on multiplication?

Accepted Answer

Formative assessment is used to monitor student progress and provide feedback during the learning process. It is the most appropriate type of assessment for evaluating student progress in learning a unit on multiplication.

Question 9

For a criterion-referenced interpretation, the difficulty should be determined by which of the following factors?

Accepted Answer

The difficulty in a criterion-referenced test is determined by the nature of the learning tasks, as it measures how well a student has learned specific skills or knowledge.

Question 10

The two major classes of essay questions are

Accepted Answer

Extended-response and restricted-response are the two major classes of essay questions, focusing on the scope and depth of the answer.

Question 11

Constructing a test with items from a single cell of a two-way (content by objective) table of specifications is likely to

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Question 12

Which of the following types of objective test item is likely to be most appropriate for measuring the following objective: "Distinguishes between fact and opinion"?

Accepted Answer

True-false items are most appropriate for measuring the objective of distinguishing between fact and opinion because they require the test taker to determine whether a statement is true or false.

Question 13

A table of specifications is also referred to as which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A table of specifications is commonly referred to as a test blueprint, as it outlines the content and skills to be assessed and ensures alignment with learning objectives.

Question 14

One advantage of the multiple-choice item over other selection type items is that they

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Question 15

One advantage of the supply items over performance-based tasks is that they

Accepted Answer

Supply items require only paper and pencil, which is less time-consuming to prepare than performance-based tasks.

Question 16

A pretest is a type of

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Question 17

To measure recall of important historical dates it would be best to use which of the following types of items?

Accepted Answer

Short-answer items require the test-taker to actively recall and produce the correct date, which is a more direct measure of recall compared to recognition-based formats like multiple-choice or true-false.

Question 18

To measure integration and application of critical concepts it would be best to use which of the following question types?

Accepted Answer

Extended-response performance tasks allow students to demonstrate their understanding and application of critical concepts in a comprehensive manner, requiring them to integrate and apply knowledge in a more complex and open-ended format.

Question 19

Failure to use proper specifications for tests and assessments will most likely result in an overemphasis on which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Without proper specifications, tests may focus too much on factual knowledge rather than a balanced assessment of skills and understanding.

Question 20

Which of the following is the first consideration in planning for a classroom test or assessment?

Accepted Answer

The primary consideration in planning an assessment is understanding the purpose of the results, as this will guide the format, content, and type of assessment used.

Quiz 6: Planning Classroom Tests and Assessments