Which of the following is the best analysis of the fact that the test will determine whether or not the students will be allowed to enter the first grade?
a. The test is not biased, since it is an objective measure of the children's performance.
b. Bias in reliability exists, because the teachers had the students practice with the test format.
c. Bias in test use exists, since the children's promotion depends on this single instrument.
d. Bias in test format exists because multiple-choice tests should not be used with kindergarten students.
c
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A teacher in your school wants his students to be familiar with the learning standards that will be covered and the types of items that will appear on the upcoming state assessment. He is unsure what to do and turns to you for advice. Which of the following statements represents the best advice you can offer?
a. Like college entrance exams, this is a test you cannot prepare for so don't waste your time trying. b. Make up practice exams for students on the topics you think the test will cover. c. Set aside time each day for students to write test questions they can give to each other. d. Check the web site of your state department of education for a copy of its learning standards, examples of test items, and practice tests.
To introduce children to a new curriculum topic you should:
A) Read books and stories about the topic B) Go on a field trip to explore the topic C) Do hands-on activities about the topic D) Invite a guest to talk about the topic
Play is valuable to human beings because it is an activity that is:
A. pleasurable. B. adaptive. C. crucial for growth and development. D. all of the above. E. none of the above.
A comprehensive program for promoting emotional and social competencies and reducing aggression and behavior problems in elementary school-age children is:
A. SOCCS. B. KEYS. C. PATHS. D. GOALS.