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Types of testing
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Diagnostic tests are conducted to identify students’ strengths and weaknesses before teaching begins.
True
False
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A summative assessment is typically low stakes and used frequently during a course.
False
True
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What is formative assessment used for?
Testing after a course is complete
Grading students at the end of a term
Monitoring student learning during instruction
Comparing students’ performance
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What does a placement test determine?
The teacher’s teaching method
Student learning styles
The strengths and weaknesses of a student
The appropriate grade level for students
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What is a common feature of formative testing?
Ongoing and low stakes
One-time evaluation
High stakes
Large-scale testing
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Which test measures long-term retention of skills?
Formative test
Summative test
Achievement test
Proficiency test
7
What type of test evaluates how well a student has mastered course content?
Placement test
Summative test
Achievement test
Diagnostic test
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Placement tests are designed to determine the most appropriate starting level for a student.
True
False
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What is the main advantage of formative assessment for teachers?
Helps assign final grades
Allows comparison across schools
Provides immediate feedback to improve teaching
Reduces teaching time
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Proficiency tests evaluate how well a student has performed on a specific course or unit.
True
False
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Which type of test is given at the end of a unit or course?
Diagnostic test
Placement test
Formative test
Summative test
12
Formative assessments are used to monitor student progress during instruction.
True
False
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What is the primary purpose of diagnostic testing?
To assess overall performance
To identify learning gaps or challenges
To compare students
To evaluate students’ progress
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What is the main purpose of informal assessment?
To create a formal record of results
To evaluate proficiency
To guide instruction without standardized tests
To replace summative assessment
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of summative assessment?
Conducted at the end of a course or term
Often graded
Evaluates overall learning outcomes
Helps shape teaching during the course
