Authentic Assessment Grew Out of a Concern That

question 6

Multiple Choice

Authentic assessment grew out of a concern that

• A) student performance was declining on standardized tests.
• B) the emphasis on standardized test scores caused a narrow application of lower-order thinking skills.
• C) multiple-choice tests were too difficult for the majority of students.
• D) students were focusing on critical-thinking skills and not performing well on competency tests.

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Definitions:

Continuous Schedules

Work or production schedules that operate non-stop, often on a 24/7 basis, to ensure uninterrupted operations.

Regular Performance

The consistent or usual level of productivity or efficiency achieved by an individual or organization.

Reinforcer

Something that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated, often used in the context of behavioral psychology.

Social Learning Theory

A theory that suggests people learn new behaviors by observing and imitating others, alongside direct reinforcement or punishment.