Developing a rating scale begins with
a. arranging the items on the rating scale
b. providing a place for comments
c. listing the procedural/product characteristics
d. providing clear, brief instructions
Ques. 2Constructing a graph from a given set of data is an example of
a. a restricted performance task
b. an extended performance task
c. an aptitude task
d. a knowledge task
Ques. 3An advantage of restricted performance tasks over extended performance tasks is that they
a. include numerous instructional objectives
b. are more valid
c. are more reliable
d. are easier to judge performance
Ques. 4An advantage of performance-based assessments over achievement tests is that they can be used to evaluate
a. the attitudes of students
b. both the process and product of a task
c. the reading skills of students
d. the level of a student's knowledge
Ques. 5Having two or more persons grade each essay question is the best way to check the reliability of
scoring.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Ques. 6The length of the blank is an obvious clue to the answer of a short answer item.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Ques. 7Short-answer items are typically limited to measuring a student's ability to
a. evaluate the merits of a product
b. carry out a procedure
c. reorganize elements
d. remember information
Ques. 8Supply-type items include all except
a. restricted-response essays
b. short-answer items
c. interpretive exercises
d. extended-response essays