Explain the difference between criterion-referenced and norm-referenced tests.

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Answers should recognize that standardized tests can have either interpretation, but the type of test/interpretation is based upon purpose. CRTs provide information about mastery, strengths, and weakness of individual students in references to an established criterion, while NRTs are used to make comparisons among students who took the same test.

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When a hypothesis is not confirmed in an empirical investigation, one concludes that

a. the study was not conducted properly. b. the theory from which the hypothesis was derived is false. c. the null hypothesis of the study is the true hypothesis. d. None of these is true.

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Which model for subtraction of common fractions is illustrated by the problem below?

? Deshawn walks 1½ miles around the track while Sam walks 1? miles around the track. How much farther does Sam walk than Deshawn? a. takeaway b. comparison c. completion d. whole–part–part

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According to researchers, what are some of the negative effects caused by "teaching to the test" and Race to the Top?

What will be an ideal response?

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Projects, reports, models, reports, presentations, and portfolios are all examples of what?

a. Planning materials when designing a new unit b. Classroom management tools c. Means to measure and assess student learning d. Differentiating instruction for diverse learners

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