Which of the following is most likely a potential value added of mixed methods?
a.gathering evidence of construct validity of measures
b.looking for major themes in data
c.developing more culturally sensitive, improved measures
d.testing patterns and relationship of variables
c.developing more culturally sensitive, improved measures
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A program that focuses on all aspects of children’s development, not just cognitive development, is called a(n) ____________________ curriculum
Fill in the blank with correct word.
Danika recently presented her dissertation study at a national conference. The focus of her research was standardized testing. If she conducted ethnographic research which were likely primary data sources for her study?
a. A district's scores on the tests administered b. A matrix showing correspondence between curriculum and the test c. Observations of curriculum coordinators d. Interviews parents whose students did not fair well on the test
. A researcher uses the scientific method to acquire knowledge through observation, evaluation, interpretation, and theoretical explanation. This researcher is engaged in ______.
A. statistics B. sampling C. science D. empiricism
Each of the following statements is a characteristic of state science tests, except:
A. They do not apply directly to what has just been taught in the classroom. B. State assessments of science are designed, administered, and scored outside the specific context of classrooms. C. All state science tests are required to be essay format. D. Results of these assessments are typically not available to teachers until near the end of the school year. E. Although No Child Left Behind legislation required all states to begin administering statewide assessments, tests of science differ widely from state to state, but are based on similar standards.