Self-Check

Use the following questions to check what you have learned about assessment. Simply click on the answer you believe to be correct, and find out if you are right or not.

1. A norm referenced test compares the performance of an indvidual to that of ___.

1. another individual
2. a large group
3. a small set of people

2. Standardized tests are administered under __ conditions.

1. identical
2. different
3. random

3. In order for a test to be valid, it must __ .

1. take the same amount of time each testing period
2. measure what is says it will
3. allow students to change their answers

Practice administering a running record to several different children. Each time you do so, you will notice it getting easier and easier.

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