Question 1

The primary issue with high-stakes testing is that they are used to:

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A)  diagnose students
B)  provide negative feedback to teachers and parents
C)  promote or retain students
D)  determine funding

Question 2

Justify the usefulness of achievement test in educational settings.Give examples of how these tests can be used with specific student populations.

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Achievement tests are incredibly useful in educational settings for a variety of reasons. These tests provide valuable information about a student's knowledge and skills in specific subject areas, allowing educators to assess their progress and identify areas for improvement. Additionally, achievement tests can help to measure the effectiveness of instructional methods and curriculum, as well as inform decisions about placement and academic interventions.

One specific student population that can benefit from achievement tests is English language learners (ELLs). These students may face unique challenges in demonstrating their knowledge and skills, particularly in content areas where language proficiency is essential. By using achievement tests specifically designed for ELLs, educators can gain a better understanding of their academic abilities and tailor instruction to meet their needs.

Another student population that can benefit from achievement tests is students with disabilities. These students may require accommodations or modifications to demonstrate their knowledge and skills on traditional assessments. By using achievement tests that are designed to be accessible and inclusive, educators can ensure that students with disabilities are able to accurately showcase their academic abilities.

Overall, achievement tests are a valuable tool for educators to assess student learning and inform instructional decisions. By using these tests with specific student populations, educators can better understand their academic needs and provide targeted support to help them succeed.

Question 3

Diagnostic tests are used for identifying and diagnosing:

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A)  Emotional disabilities
B)  Behavioral disabilities
C)  Learning disabilities
D)  Psychomotor disabilities

Question 4

Which population of students is NOT considered to be appropriate for administration of the curriculum-based assessment? Students in:

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A)  Special Education
B)  Elementary Grades
C)  Regular Education
D)  Secondary Grades

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a universal feature of standardized tests:

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A)  Sound psychometric qualities
B)  Nationally representative norm groups
C)  Group administration
D)  Uniform scoring procedures

Question 6

Individual achievement tests are often used as:

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A)  screening instruments
B)  diagnostic instruments
C)  cognitive instrument
D)  learning instrument

Question 7

Most achievement test batteries are:

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A)  group administered
B)  expensive to administer
C)  individually administered
D)  time consuming A

Question 8

Mrs.Smith is informed by her 3rd grade daughter Chelsea,that her class will be taking a high-stakes test in two weeks.Mrs.Smith is concerned that Chelsea is in danger of being retained and as such is hesitant about her taking the test.You are a school counselor and have been confronted by Mrs.Smith about her concerns.Construct a well defined list for Mrs.Smith as to why Chelsea should take the high-stakes test.Be prepared to defend your responses.

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Question 9

Individuals from diverse linguistic backgrounds or those experiencing language or communicative difficulties may be assessed using:

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A)  Peabody Picture Vocabulary test
B)  KeyMath-3 Diagnostic Assessment
C)  Slossan Oral Reading Test
D)  Diagnostic Assessment of Reading

Question 10

This grade level is not included in the National Assessment of Educational Progress measure of student achievement across the United States:

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A)  4
B)  3
C)  12
D)  8

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a recommendation of the American Educational Research Association?

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A)  Remediation for failing students
B)  Specific rules for students to be tested
C)  Evidence of reliability to support test interpretation
D)  Students with language difficulties should be excluded

Question 12

The California Achievement Test is an example of a an) :

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A)  Individual Achievement Test
B)  Subject Area Test
C)  Diagnostic Achievement Test
D)  Achievement Test Batteries

Question 13

Individuals' future performance may be predicted using :

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A)  Individual Achievement Tests
B)  Achievement Test Batteries
C)  Subject Area tests
D)  Diagnostic tests

Question 14

Achievement tests are useful in measuring an individual's:

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A)  current knowledge and skills
B)  life experiences
C)  future predictions
D)  current cognitive abilities

Question 15

The Wide Range Achievement Test,Fourth Edition WRAT4) includes:

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A)  Math computation
B)  Listening skills
C)  Sentence Completion
D)  Scientific Analysis

Question 16

This test was especially developed to follow an "easy-hard-easy" format:

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A)  General Educational Development Test
B)  Stanford Achievement Test
C)  Iowa Tests of Basic Skills
D)  Woodcock-Johnson III Test of Achievement

Question 17

Compare and contrast between Individual Achievement Tests and Achievement Test Batteries.Describe the strengths and weakness of both types of tests.

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Question 18

Standardized achievement tests are developed to cover:

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A)  specific content areas
B)  broad content area
C)  specific objectives
D)  broad objectives

Question 19

Colleges and universities often use these tests to determine advance placement,credits and admission:

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A)  Individual Achievement Tests
B)  Achievement Test Batteries
C)  Subject Area tests
D)  Diagnostic tests C

Question 20

According to this chapter on assessment,high stakes testing increases:

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A)  Teen pregnancy
B)  School violence
C)  Substance abuse
D)  School drop-out

Exam 9: Assessment of Achievement

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Justify the usefulness of achievement test in educational settings.Give examples of how these tests can be used with specific student populations.

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Which population of students is NOT considered to be appropriate for administration of the curriculum-based assessment? Students in:

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Which of the following is NOT a universal feature of standardized tests:

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Individual achievement tests are often used as:

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Most achievement test batteries are:

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Achievement tests are useful in measuring an individual's:

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The Wide Range Achievement Test,Fourth Edition WRAT4) includes:

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This test was especially developed to follow an "easy-hard-easy" format:

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Which population of students is NOT considered to be appropriate for administration of the curriculum-based assessment? Students in:

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