Question 1

Evaluates the types of errors students made while attempting to complete a task.

Accepted Answer

B

Question 2

What term defines utilizing language skills in speaking or writing?

Accepted Answer

Expressive language refers to the ability to use language to express thoughts, feelings, and ideas through speaking or writing. Receptive language refers to the ability to understand spoken or written language, while written and spoken language specifically refer to the mode of communication being used.

Question 3

These tests are designed to measure what the student has learned.

Accepted Answer

Achievement tests are designed to measure what the student has learned, while diagnostic tests are used to identify areas of strength and weakness, aptitude tests measure potential, and screening tests are used to identify individuals who may need further evaluation or testing.

Question 4

These tests measure how well students adapt to different environments.

Accepted Answer

Adaptive behavior scales are specifically designed to measure how well an individual can function in various environments and situations, including social and personal relationships, communication, and independent living skills. The other options, such as achievement tests and aptitude tests, focus more on academic or cognitive abilities and may not capture an individual's adaptability as accurately. Diagnostic tests are used to identify specific learning disabilities or conditions, rather than overall adaptability.

Question 5

When administering a norm-referenced test,all subtests must be administered according to the standardized directions.

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Question 6

Many assessments have multiple versions (e.g. ,A and B)in order to allow students to be assessed multiple times in a fairly short amount of time.

Accepted Answer

Having multiple versions of assessments allows for a more accurate and reliable measurement of a student's knowledge or skills, as they cannot simply memorize the answers from a previous assessment. It also allows for more frequent formative assessments without sacrificing the quality and validity of the data collected.

Question 7

Expressive language skills are used in speaking and writing.

Accepted Answer

Expressive language skills are related to communication through spoken or written language.

Question 8

This score is used as another measure to determine ongoing progress.

Accepted Answer

The Growth Scale Value (GSV) is used to track progress over time by measuring how much a student's score has increased or decreased from the previous assessment. The GSV takes into account the starting score, the difficulty level of the assessment, and the amount of growth expected for a student at that grade level. It provides a more nuanced measure of progress than age or grade equivalents, and can be used to track progress for students with a wide range of abilities. The significant level is not a measure of progress, but rather a statistical term used for determining the significance of differences between scores.

Question 9

What term refers to a student using inner language concepts and applying them to what is heard?

Accepted Answer

Receptive language refers to the ability to understand spoken or written language. When a student uses inner language concepts to interpret and understand what is heard, they are using their receptive language skills. Expressive language, on the other hand, refers to the ability to communicate one's thoughts and ideas through spoken or written language. Written and spoken language are just different forms of language and do not specifically relate to the use of inner language concepts.

Question 10

Evaluating the types of items answered correctly with the types of items answered incorrectly.

Accepted Answer

Item-level error analysis involves analyzing the performance of each individual test item, looking at the types of items that were answered correctly versus those that were answered incorrectly. This analysis can help identify areas where the test-taker may need additional instruction or practice.

B, C, and D are not the best choices because within-item error analysis focuses on the errors made within a single item, while diagnostic analysis is a more general term that can encompass many different types of analyses, including item-level error analysis. Screening analysis is a broader process of identifying individuals who may require further assessment or intervention.

Question 11

Composite scores are the scores that are used to compare a student against a grade/age norm.

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Question 12

One of the problems incurred when attempting to assess content subject areas such as social studies with norm-referenced instruments is that the content of the instrument may not match the curriculum to which the student has been exposed.

Accepted Answer

Norm-referenced instruments are standardized tests that compare a student's performance to that of a norm group. However, the content of the instrument may not always align with the specific curriculum that a student has been taught. This can make it difficult to accurately assess a student's knowledge and skills in a subject area.

Question 13

Aptitude tests are designed to measure what a student has learned.

Accepted Answer

Aptitude tests are designed to measure a student's natural abilities, potential, and suitability for a particular field of study or career, rather than what they have already learned.

Question 14

Screening tests are appropriate to use for placement and eligibility decisions.

Accepted Answer

Screening tests are designed to identify individuals who may need further evaluation, not to make definitive placement or eligibility decisions.

Question 15

When using diagnostic assessment instruments,it is important to keep in mind that research has indicated that grade level equivalencies may not be consistent with grade placement in school.

Accepted Answer

Grade level equivalencies can be affected by various factors such as age, cultural background, and educational experiences. Therefore, it is important to interpret results of diagnostic assessments in conjunction with other information, such as teacher observations and student work samples, to make appropriate instructional decisions.

Question 16

Brief tests containing items that survey a range of skill levels,domains,or content areas.They are typically used to determine weak areas.

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Question 17

Area of cognitive development or ability thought to be evidenced by certain behaviors or skills.

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

The Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test is a measure of expressive language.

Accepted Answer

The Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test is actually a measure of receptive language, as it assesses an individual's ability to understand and identify words and their meanings based on visual cues.

Question 19

These tests are used to obtain further information about a specific skill or area of academic achievement.

Accepted Answer

A diagnostic test is specifically designed to assess a student's strengths and weaknesses in a particular area. It helps to identify specific areas of difficulty and provides information to create a targeted intervention plan. Achievement tests measure the knowledge and skills a student has acquired in a particular subject or area. Aptitude tests assess a student's ability to learn or acquire knowledge in a specific area. Screening tests are used to identify students who may need further evaluation for a specific learning or behavioral issue, but do not provide detailed information about specific areas of difficulty. Therefore, the best choice for obtaining specific information about a skill or area of academic achievement is a diagnostic test.

Question 20

The WIAT provides two ways of determining disabilities (1)traditional ability-achievement discrepancy and (2)evaluating patterns of strengths and weaknesses.

Accepted Answer

The statement is true. The WIAT (Wechsler Individual Achievement Test) offers both the traditional ability-achievement discrepancy approach and the pattern of strengths and weaknesses approach to identify learning disabilities.

Quiz 8: Academic Assessment