Thursday, December 01, 2005

Objective 1: Key Terms and Concepts

1. Understand and correctly apply the key terms, concepts, models and principles of testing and evaluation in Vocational and Technical Education



· Understand and use appropriately the following key terms: Measurement, assessment, test instrument, Criterion Referenced, norm referenced, rubric, authentic assessment task, benchmark, content standard, criteria, indicators, exemplar, open-ended question, performance task, performance standard, portfolio, prerequisite, process, product, levels of mastery, Bloom’s taxonomy, scoring guide, secure test, standardized test, teaching target, portfolio, performance of understanding, performance of expertise.

· Understand and articulate the levels of mastery and Bloom’s taxonomy,

· Understand the qualities of good tests including validity, reliability, objectivity, discrimination, comprehensiveness, and practicality

· Demonstrate and understanding of the concepts of subjectivity and objectivity with respect to student evaluation.