Why Is Portfolio Assessment the Most Popular Form in Use

question 20

Multiple Choice

Why is portfolio assessment the most popular form in use?

• A) It is easiest for teachers
• B) Most commercial social studies programs use portfolio assessment
• C) It allows students to show their best work over time
• D) It is typically included in many IEP requirements

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Definitions:

Egocentrism

A cognitive trait where an individual has difficulty understanding that other people have their own perspectives and viewpoints.

Fixation

A persistent focus of the id’s libido energies on a particular stage of psychosexual development, leading to personality traits based on that stage.

Pessimism

The tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe that the worst will happen; a lack of hope or confidence in the future.

Humility

The quality of having a modest or low view of one's importance, often seen as a virtue in various ethical and philosophical systems.