Each of the Following Is a Characteristic of Effective Progress

question 15

Multiple Choice

Each of the following is a characteristic of effective progress monitoring tools, except

• A) probes must be time-consuming to administer, score and interpret.
• B) include a representative sampling of knowledge and skills expected to be learned.
• C) directly measure basic skills.
• D) use tools that are sensitive to growth.

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Definitions:

Validity

The extent to which a method or procedure measures what it is supposed to measure.

Psychometric View

An approach in psychology that focuses on the measurement of mental functions, intelligence, abilities, and attitudes through the use of tests and questionnaires.

Intelligence

The capacity for learning, understanding, and applying knowledge and skills, and the ability to adapt to new situations.

Predictive Validity

The degree to which a score obtained from a test or scale forecasts an individual’s future achievements on a similar activity.