Why ?
What are the 3 main types of reading assessment?
Formative/ Summative/Diagnostic
What is oral reading fluency?
Reading aloud with speed, accuracy and expression
Name one informal reading assessment method.
Observation/ discussion/ think-pair-share
What does reading level mean?
difficulty level appropriate for students' abilities
name one challenge assessing reading comprehension
complexity of the skill
Which type of assessment happens during the learning process?
Formative
Name one aspect of reading besides fluency
Phonemic awareness/ Voc/ comprehension
Name a formal summative assessment
Final exam, essay, comprehension test
Why is genre variety is important?
It assesses different reading skills
How can cultural background influence test performance?
It may affect understanding of context
Which type helps identify students' needs?
Diagnostic
What is a miscue in oral reading?
An error made while reading aloud
What is the difference between formative and summative assessments?
Formative guides instruction ( for)/ summative evaluates learning( of)
How does prior knowledge affect comprehension?
Students may struggle without background knowledge
Why can test formats be limiting?
not all formats capture full understanding
What's the main purpose of summative assessment?
To evaluate what students have learnt after instruction
what to use when testing expressions and phrasing?
using a rubric
What kind of text is used for oral fluency tests?
Short passages/read aloud for 1 minute
Name a practical consideration when choosing texts.
Availability / cost /manageability
How does motivation affects reading assessment?
Engaged students perform better
Give an example of a formative reading activity
Think-pair-share/Exit ticket/Quick check
What makes voc important in reading comprehension?
It supports understanding of the text
What's the purpose of quick comprehension checks?
To assess understanding in real-time
what makes a reading test fair and accessible ?
Cultural sensitivity/ clear format/ inclusive for all learners
What is meant by text validity and reliability
The test measures what it's supposed to and produces consistant results