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Why Are There Different Kinds of Tests?
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Description
This brief PowerPoint presentation shares key points about the need for different kinds of tests and assessment measures. Each kind of test or assessment has advantages and limitations. For example, short-answer tests are good at measuring factual information and some basic skills, but not so good at measuring other things, like complex thinking. Performance tests are good for measuring conceptual understanding and complex thinking, but not an efficient way to measure other things, such as factual information. Different types of tests and assessment are best suited to different kinds of knowledge. Multiple assessment measures are needed to attain a more complete and accurate assessment of student learning. Balance is an important idea in assembling a range and variety of tests and assessments best suited to the students and situation. Quality teachers use multiple measures.
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