For the first part of the test (TMT-A), Tim obtained a score of 32 which corresponds to the 30th percentile. This indicates that his performance exceeds that of 30% of people within his norm group. As for the second part of the test (TMT-B), Tim’s score was 68 which is located on the 20th percentile. This suggests that slightly more than 70% of people from his norm group performed similarly or better than Tim on this test. In terms of Tim’s cognitive abilities, his mental flexibility and visual scanning are below average.…
Using standardized tests to assess a person’s cognitive and learning ability is a common practice in all kinds of institutions and has been debated for years. The primary purpose of such tests is to screen out large number of applications that don’t meet the minimum requirements. The key to correct use of such tests is to ensure the content, format and process of taking the test matches with the requirements of the job.…
In this introductory section give a general description of the test in narrative format. This should include a description of the different sections and subsections of the test with indication of what each of these measure. This section should include some example items used to assess the construct of the test. This section should also describe how this test is used in the assessment setting.…
a) A brief explanation of the key features for each of the following types of assessment…
Document 2 states, “Here is Gerald Bracey’s list of some of the biggies that we generally don’t even try to use standardized test to measure: creativity, critical thinking, resilience, motivation, persistence, enthusiasm, empathy, self-discipline, resourcefulness, honesty, and integrity-to name a few.” It is evidently shown that Document 2 addressed a common issue with standardized test and this acts as a counterclaim when supporters of standardized test say that it covers everything. As a result, this allots Document 2 great credibility and…
The authors of the Woodcock-Johnson III battery, created the assessment to determine an individual’s cognitive strengths and weaknesses, the nature of any impairments, and to aid in diagnosis (Child-trends, 2004). However, it has also been used to make decisions concerning educational achievement and scholastic aptitude for school aged individuals (Riverside publishing, 2012). It is a full battery assessment, which consists of two separate tests; the test of cognitive abilities and the test of achievement (Riverside, 2012). The Test of cognitive abilities measures both general and specific cognitive functions, and the test of achievement is used to determine and describe one’s academic strengths and weaknesses (Child-trends, 2004). There are extended versions of each test (Child-trends, 2004). The authors of the WJIII are Richard Woodcock, Kevin McGrew, Nancy Mather, and Fredrick Schrank. The test is published by Riverside Publishing Company (Riverside publishing, 2012). It is designed to measures general and specific cognitive abilities, scholastic aptitude,…
Interpolation and extrapolation is the process used to derive AE scores. This is not an accurate representation of scores. It is an educated manipulation of numbers based on examinees and applied into a CA score graph. The scorers plot the AE scores into a graph developed by estimating information and not collecting data from those given the test. This leads to a further concern of scores not representing a standard to compare examinee’s results. The lack of a standardization does not give equal intervals to compare progress or a mean between…
Assessment enables an assessor to establish whether learning has taken place. To certain if the…
When administered the WIAT-III Achievement test over three class period one to one, Ania's level of conversational proficiency, cooperation, self-confidence, and attention and concentration was typical for her age. Ania was aware of her strengths and academic weaknesses. Ania was conscientious and attentive to the task at hand but she did share with the examiner that reading was a difficult task for her to complete. During the reading and writing subtests Ania needed to be encouraged to continue to respond when the task became more difficult. , Ania would begin to appear restless. Sometimes, Ania responded too quickly without giving test items her full attention. During the math subtests Ania was conscientious and attentive to the task…
References: Kubiszyn, T., & Borich, G. (2010). Educational Testing & Measurement (9th ed.). Danvers, MA:…
Task links to learning outcomes 1, 2 and 3, assessment criteria 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2 and 3.3.…
Task 3 - links to learning outcome 3, assessment criteria 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 and 3.4.…
The pressure of succeeding in school is always bearing in a student's mind. Schools today utilize standardized testing to determine whether a student is promoted. For instance, ACT and SAT are examples of how educators view a student’s ability. With that being said, the majority of a student's diligent work is dedicated to one evaluation on a test. In some classes, a majority of classroom instruction is centered around testing. A standardized test score should not hinder a student from furthering their education. Use of standardized testing is not an effective measure of a student’s ability.…
However, even after more than 25 years after the inception of MI theory by Howard Gardner, and the huge amount of attention the theory has received from educators and schools from around the world, current tests conducted at schools still heavily rely on linguistic and logical-mathematical skills (Davis, Christodoulou, Seider, Gardner, 2011). For that reason Gardner has suggested multiple ways of evaluating performance and in addition to that ecologically valid testing environments and tasks. (Davis, Christodoulou, Seider, Gardner, 2011). As one way to realize this aim, Project Spectrum, a large initiative for preschool and early primary education children has been founded. Project Spectrum is a collaborative research and development project offering an alternative approach to assessment and curriculum development for preschool and early primary education in the US.…
References: Burger, J.M., & Krueger, M. (2003) A balanced approach to high-stakes achievement testing: An analysis of the literature with policy implications. International Electronic Journal in Learning, Online at http://www.ucalgary.ca/~iejll.…
