Why We Test Students
What are some of the main purposes of testing in education?
-Measure what students know
-Figure out what learning objectives has been met
-Evaluate teaching effectiveness
-Accountability for schools
What should this teacher do after receiving these test results on a standardized math test:
Adjust instruction to address students failure to understand "Learning Standard 3" concepts
The narrowing of curriculum by teachers caused by standardized testing is also known as ...
Teaching to the test
Standardized test provide an ______ & ______ measure of student learning.
Objective and Consistent
What can this teacher do to address these standardized ELA assessment results:
The results show that Sophia and Noah needs some individual intervention regarding this ELA concept.
What are some things we can do in the classroom to balance the focus on developing test-taking skills with the learning of other skills like problem-solving or analytical skills.
-Offering a mixture of assessments in the classroom alongside standardized test
-Giving students other ways to demonstrate knowledge
What can be learned from giving mandated standardized test to students across all schools statewide.
-Underperforming schools can be identified and provided with support/extra resources
-Provides evidence to evaluate teachers and administrators
-Works towards the goal of educational equity
How can educators use student data provided by summative assessments like standardized testing to influence curriculum?
-Identify the strengths and weaknesses of instruction
-Reveal any gaps in instruction
-Guide adjustments and updates to meet student needs
What are some cultural bias and equity concerns that could be encountered when standardized testing?
-Inaccurate interpretation of content
-Language barriers
-Socioeconomic factors