When University and College Teachers Grade on the Normal Curve

question 291

Multiple Choice

When university and college teachers grade on the normal curve, they are essentially using which method for appraising the performance of students?

• A) Forced distribution method
• B) Simple ranking method
• C) Graphic rating scale
• D) 360-degree feedback
• E) None of these

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Definitions:

Concordance Reporting

The agreement between different sources or methods of reporting, often used in research to verify the reliability of data.

Subjectivity Elimination

The process or attempt to remove or reduce personal bias, preferences, and emotions in the assessment, observation, or decision-making process.

Observer Discrimination

The ability of an observer to distinguish between different behaviors or stimuli accurately during observation.

Permanent Products

Outputs or results of a behavior that can be measured and remain after the behavior has occurred, serving as evidence of the behavior.