ASSESSMENT IN LEARNING 2

REVIEWER TEST

TEST 1: TRUE OR FALSE (20 ITEMS)

Write T if the statement is true, and F if the statement is false.

1. Authentic assessment focuses only on standardized testing.

2. Performance-based assessment requires students to actively
demonstrate their knowledge.
3. Traditional assessment mainly involves objective tests like multiple-
choice and true/false questions.
4. Alternative assessment is also called performance-based assessment.
5. Higher-order thinking skills are a primary focus of authentic
assessment.
6. Rubrics help provide clear expectations and consistent grading.
7. Authentic assessments typically use norm-referenced scoring rather
than criterion-referenced scoring.
8. Authentic assessments emphasize creativity, problem-solving, and
real-world applications.
9. A portfolio is a collection of student work that demonstrates progress
over time.
10. Traditional assessments do not encourage rote memorization.
11. In performance-based assessment, students select an answer
from a given set of choices.
12. The GRASPS model is used for designing authentic performance
tasks.
13. Authentic assessment allows students to engage in real-life
learning experiences.
14. Performance-based assessments can include presentations, role-
playing, and case studies.
15. A holistic rubric provides detailed feedback on specific areas of
performance.
16. Traditional assessments focus on assessing how well students
can apply knowledge in real-world contexts.
17. Integrative assessment combines knowledge from multiple
subjects to assess students comprehensively.
18. Feedback and reflection are important aspects of authentic
assessment.
19. A well-structured rubric ensures fairness and consistency in
grading.
20. Authentic assessments transform students into passive learners.
TEST 2: FILL IN THE BLANKS
Write the correct word or phrase in the blank.

1. ________________ assessment evaluates students based on real-world

applications of knowledge.
2. A ________________ is a collection of student work that showcases
learning progress.
3. The ________________ model is used for designing authentic
performance tasks.
4. ________________ assessment requires students to perform tasks rather
than answering traditional test questions.
5. ________________ rubrics provide specific feedback by evaluating
different aspects separately.
6. In performance-based assessment, students must demonstrate
________________ and ________________ skills.
7. Traditional assessments focus on ________________, ________________, and
________________ types of questions.
8. The GRASPS model stands for Goal, Role, ________________,
________________, ________________, and Standards.
9. ________________ and ________________ assessments help measure real-
world applications of student learning.
10. ________________ refers to non-traditional evaluation methods
such as portfolios and projects.
11. A ________________ rubric provides a single score based on overall
performance.
12. One key feature of authentic assessment is ________________,
where students analyze and solve problems.
13. A well-designed performance task encourages ________________
learning rather than passive learning.
14. Rubrics contain ________________ that describe different levels of
student performance.
15. ________________ assessment is designed to mimic real-life
situations.

TEST 3: MULTIPLE CHOICE

Choose the correct answer.

1. What is the primary characteristic of authentic assessment?

a) Memorization of facts
b) Real-world application
 c) Standardized testing
d) Repetitive drills
2. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of traditional assessment?
a) Focuses on factual recall
b) Uses multiple-choice and true/false questions
c) Emphasizes creativity and problem-solving
d) Typically has standardized grading
3. Which assessment type involves students demonstrating their knowledge in practical
situations?
a) Traditional assessment
b) Authentic assessment
c) Diagnostic assessment
d) Formative assessment
4. What type of assessment uses portfolios, presentations, and projects?
a) Traditional assessment
b) Alternative assessment
c) Standardized assessment
d) Summative assessment
5. What does GRASPS stand for?
a) Goals, Role, Application, Scoring, Performance, Strategy
b) Goal, Role, Audience, Situation, Product, Standards
c) General, Realistic, Analytical, Structure, Process, System
d) Group, Rubric, Assessment, Standard, Performance, Summary
6. Which of the following is an example of a performance-based assessment?
a) True/false test
b) Written exam
c) Science experiment demonstration
d) Multiple-choice test
7. What type of rubric gives detailed feedback for each component?
a) Holistic rubric
b) Analytic rubric
c) Standardized rubric
d) Summative rubric
8. Which is an advantage of authentic assessment?
a) Encourages memorization
b) Focuses only on test scores
c) Engages students in real-world learning
d) Relies on standardized testing
9. What is the main disadvantage of traditional assessment?
a) Time-efficient grading
b) Encourages memorization over critical thinking
c) Provides structured results
d) Offers clear grading guidelines
10. Why is reflection important in authentic assessment?
a) It helps students memorize facts
b) It allows students to evaluate their learning
 c) It simplifies the grading process
d) It replaces the need for assessments
11. Which assessment type is commonly used in standardized exams?
a) Authentic assessment
b) Performance-based assessment
c) Traditional assessment
d) Alternative assessment
12. What is an example of a portfolio assessment?
a) A final exam
b) A student’s collection of essays over a semester
c) A multiple-choice quiz
d) A fill-in-the-blank worksheet
13. The purpose of a rubric is to:
a) Assign random grades
b) Provide structured assessment criteria
c) Test memorization skills
d) Increase the difficulty of exams
14. Which is NOT a feature of authentic assessment?
a) Real-world relevance
b) Higher-order thinking
c) Standardized multiple-choice tests
d) Student engagement
15. Performance-based assessments often require students to:
a) Choose the correct answer from a list
b) Demonstrate skills through actions
c) Memorize facts and recall them
d) Complete timed quizzes
16. What is the main focus of integrative assessment?
a) Assessing a single subject in isolation
b) Combining multiple areas of learning in a single assessment
c) Testing memorization and recall
d) Grading students based on a curve
17. A well-structured rubric should include:
a) Vague criteria
b) Clear performance levels
c) Only final grades
d) Unclear feedback
18. What is an advantage of using analytic rubrics?
a) They save grading time
b) They provide detailed feedback on different aspects
c) They are less structured than holistic rubrics
d) They do not require clear criteria
19. Which of the following is an example of traditional assessment?
a) Oral presentation
b) Portfolio submission
 c) Multiple-choice exam
d) Role-playing activity
20. Why is feedback important in authentic assessment?
a) It helps students understand their strengths and areas for improvement
b) It replaces final grades
c) It discourages student participation
d) It focuses only on standardized results

TEST 4: 10 SAMPLE ESSAY QUESTIONS

1. Differentiate between traditional and authentic assessment with
examples.
2. How does performance-based assessment develop critical thinking
skills?
3. Explain the importance of rubrics in assessment and grading.
4. Describe how the GRASPS model supports authentic learning
experiences.
5. What role does feedback play in student learning and improvement?
6. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of alternative assessment.
7. How does authentic assessment prepare students for real-life
challenges?
8. Compare holistic and analytic rubrics.
9. Why is student engagement crucial in assessment?
10. Explain the relationship between assessment and learning
outcomes.
KEY ANSWERS

TEST 1: TRUE OR FALSE (ANSWER KEY)

1. F
2. T
3. T
4. T
5. T
6. T
7. F
8. T
9. T
10. F
11. F
12. T
13. T
14. T
15. F
16. F
17. T
18. T
19. T
20. F

TEST 2: FILL IN THE BLANKS (ANSWER KEY)

1. Authentic
2. Portfolio
 3. GRASPS
4. Performance-based
5. Analytic
6. Critical thinking, problem-solving
7. Multiple choice, true/false, fill in the blanks
8. Audience, Situation, Product
9. Authentic, performance-based
10. Alternative assessment
11. Holistic
12. Problem-solving
13. Active
14. Performance levels
15. Authentic

TEST 3: MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. b) Real-world application
2. c) Emphasizes creativity and problem-solving
3. b) Authentic assessment
4. b) Alternative assessment
5. b) Goal, Role, Audience, Situation, Product, Standards
6. c) Science experiment demonstration
7. b) Analytic rubric
8. c) Engages students in real-world learning
9. b) Encourages memorization over critical thinking
10. b) It allows students to evaluate their learning
11. c) Traditional assessment
12. b) A student’s collection of essays over a semester
13. b) Provide structured assessment criteria
14. c) Standardized multiple-choice tests
15. b) Demonstrate skills through actions
16. b) Combining multiple areas of learning in a single
assessment
17. b) Clear performance levels
18. b) They provide detailed feedback on different aspects
19. c) Multiple-choice exam
20. a) It helps students understand their strengths and areas
for improvement
TEST 4: ESSAY QUESTIONS
(Since essays are subjective, here are the key points for each answer.)

1. Traditional vs. Authentic Assessment

o Traditional: standardized, multiple-choice, memorization-based.
o Authentic: real-world application, performance-based tasks,
critical thinking.
o Examples: Traditional – multiple-choice test; Authentic – portfolio
or presentation.

2. Performance-Based Assessment and Critical Thinking

o Encourages students to analyze, evaluate, and create.
o Requires problem-solving and decision-making.
o Example: Designing a project instead of answering a test.

3. Importance of Rubrics
o Provides clear criteria for grading.
o Ensures fairness and consistency.
o Gives structured feedback for improvement.

4. GRASPS Model and Authentic Learning

o Goal, Role, Audience, Situation, Product, Standards.
o Aligns tasks with real-world scenarios.
o Engages students in meaningful learning.

5. Role of Feedback in Learning

o Helps students understand their progress.
o Provides areas for improvement.
o Encourages motivation and growth.

6. Advantages and Disadvantages of Alternative Assessment

o Advantages: Engages students, practical skills, real-world
application.
o Disadvantages: Time-consuming, harder to standardize,
subjective grading.

7. Authentic Assessment and Real-Life Preparation

o Focuses on application, not just theory.
o Prepares students for careers and problem-solving.
o Encourages creativity and independent thinking.

8. Holistic vs. Analytic Rubrics

o Holistic: Overall assessment with one score.
o Analytic: Breaks down performance into criteria.
 o Example: Holistic – one score for an essay; Analytic – separate
scores for content, grammar, and organization.

9. Student Engagement in Assessment

o Increases motivation and interest.
o Encourages deeper learning.
o Involves meaningful and practical tasks.

10. Assessment and Learning Outcomes

 Assessment measures how well students meet learning objectives.

 Helps teachers adjust instruction based on results.
 Ensures students develop essential skills and knowledge.