Problem
Question A
Differentiate between formative and summative measurement and give examples of how each might be used in your own expected teaching situation.
Question B
List and explain the characteristics of a fair test.
Question C
Is a test in which all students receive 100% a good test? Why or why not?
Question D
What are the benefits of using authentic assessments? What are the challenges?
Question E
You have a pupil who made poor grades last year, but so far this year, he seems to be trying to do better. You are grading one of his written reports and are trying to decide whether he deserves a C+ or a B-.
What factors might influence you to give the lower grade? What factors would influence you to give the higher grade? If you gave the lower grade, how could you offset its discouraging effect?