Document Content from "Assessment as an Educator - AED3701"
Question 1
1.1. Which word or phrase best describes the following statements:
1.1.1. The method of assessment is suited to the outcomes being assessed
Appropriate
1.1.2. The method of assessment does not present any barriers to the ...
Course Description:
This course provides a comprehensive examination of the principles and practices of
educational assessment. It emphasizes various assessment strategies, the analysis of
assessment data, and the application of assessments to enhance student learning.
Topics include formative and summative assessments, standardized testing, and
alternative assessment methods like portfolios and performance-based assessments.
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Understand foundational concepts and principles of educational assessment.
2. Design and implement various assessment tools and strategies.
3. Analyze and interpret assessment data to inform instruction and improve student
learning.
4. Critically evaluate the role of standardized testing in education.
5. Develop fair and equitable assessment practices that accommodate diverse
learners.
6. Utilize assessment results to provide feedback and guide instructional decisions.
Course Topics:
1. Introduction to Educational Assessment
● Definitions and purposes
● Historical perspectives
2. Types of Assessments
● Formative vs. Summative assessments
● Diagnostic assessments
● Standardized assessments
● Alternative assessments (portfolios, performance-based)
3. Assessment Design and Development
● Principles of test construction
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