Classroom Assessment - 2023

1_Testing typically refers to the evaluation of someone's knowledge or skills in a specific area or a specific point in time.

2_Good tests have several important qualities. First and foremost, they should be valid, meaning that they measure what they are intended to measure. A good test should also be reliable, meaning that it produces consistent results when administered under similar conditions.

3_A task typically refers to an activity or assignment that requires the completion of specific actions or goals. It can be a part of a larger project or an individual assignment.

4_Actually in my idea the main difference between test washback and test impact is that test washback focuses on the specific effects of tests on classroom instruction and student learning, while test impact examines the broader consequences of tests on education as a whole.

1.testingis a specific type of assessment that focuseson measuring performance against predefined criteria in a particular domain or subject area.

2.good tests have several qualities that make them effectiveand reliable.Reliability:A good test produces consistent results over time and across diffrent administrations.

3.While both tasks and tests assess someone's abilities ,tasks tend to be more open ended and focused on demonstrating skills or understanding , whereas tests are morestructured and aim to measure knowledge or proficiency through specific questions or exercises.

4.While test washback focuses on the direct influence of a test on teaching and learning practices within classrooms or schools ,test impact considers the wider repercussions of tests on educational systems and society as a whole.

Mehri Omidi

3. the tests check students knowledge but the tasks check students performance.

what does .... mean?(test)

unscramble this word (task)

2. A good test should check the knowledge which is taught by teachers during the semesters.

It should be coherence and cohesion.

1. Assessment is a process oriented based on students' learning to make sure of their learning; however testing is product oriented based on students' knowledge. Progress of learning should be sassed in assessment but the outcome is checked in testing

2. Appropriate difficulty level: A good test should have an appropriate level of difficulty that matches the knowledge or skills being assessed. It should neither be too easy nor too difficult for the target population.

Parinaz Pooshepar

3.A task is an activity or assignment that requires completing a specific objective or goal. It is usually given to assess someone's skills, knowledge, or understanding of a particular subject. Tasks can be open-ended and allow for creativity and problem-solving. Examples of tasks include writing an essay, creating a presentation, conducting an experiment, or solving a math problem.

Parinaz pooshepar

4. while test washback focuses specifically on how tests affect teaching and learning practices in classrooms, test impact considers a wider range of effects that assessments have on educational systems as a whole.

Mobina marghzari

3. A task is something that needs to be done, and usually there are groups of tasks that when complete a single goal has been met

2.validity/Reliability

A test is used to examine someone's knowledge of something to determine what that person knows or has learned.

1. A test is used to examine someone's knowledge of something to determine what that person knows or has learned.

1: Assessment is a set of strategies techniques that teachers and student engage.Testing refers to the process of measuring a specific skill or knowledge.

2: Practicality, Washback, Reliability, Authenticity,Validity, impact

3:A task is an activity or assignment that requires the completion of a specific object or goal while a test is a formal assessment designed to measure knowledge, skill or abilities for example if a teacher ask students to written an essay about a specific it would be considered a task.The objective of a task is for students to demonstrate their writing skill and knowledge of the topic

4: Impact refers to the effects that a test may have on individuals , the educational system or the whole society like Entrance exam but washback refers to the class exams like quizes

4_The terms "test washback" and "test impact" are both commonly used in the field of education and assessment.

Test washback refers to the effect or influence that a test has on teaching and learning. It examines how the use of a test or an assessment can shape or modify teaching practices and curriculum content. In other words, it focuses on the potential changes in instructional methods, educational goals, and curriculum design that occur in response to testing.

On the other hand, test impact refers to the consequences or outcomes of a test. It assesses the broader effects of the test on individuals, institutions, and society as a whole. This can include the influence of test results on long-term educational and career opportunities, as well as the impact on educational policy and decision-making.

In summary, test washback looks at the influence of a test on teaching and learning practices, while test impact examines the consequences of the test on individuals and society.

1. changes the way of studying and learning like impact of final exam

2. Be aware about their skills

1.Assessment is the systematic process of documenting and using data to measure knowledge, skills, attitudes

A test is used to examine someone's knowledge of something to determine what that person knows or has learned.

1Test It is called a final exam with a certain period of time,but Assessment Evaluation continues during the class period until the last session

2The test should be based on one topic, not have more than one answer, no extra questions, no extra images, should not be confusing

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1-testing is a method of measuring a person's ability , performance and knowledge .. but assessment is evaluation of progress toward learning purpose learning.

2-well a good test must be clear , practical ,validity ,authenticity

3- a task help :checking what they learn up to now and imprudent to learn more

4-wash back means effect of language test on students actually

Inside the class and has impact on influence on learners.

Samane handmade

1- What is the difference between testing and assessment?

2- What are the qualities of good tests?

3- How is a task different from a test? Give example.

4- How is test washback different from test impact?

Somayeh Salemian

Group 1.

Q1- What is the difference between testing and assessment?

 Through testing you measure performance using standard tests.

In assessment you gather information using different methods to khnow about individual's abilities.

Q2- What are the qualities of good tests?

 The most important factors that define a test as a good test are reliability, validity, authenticity and being functional. Also a test should be based on what the teacher was supposed to teach during that course not something harder than that.You make a test to check your students' learning and help them to know how to study better not to bother them.

Q3- How is a task different from a test? Give example.

 By giving a task to students they do something usually in pairs or groups that in the end the goal of learning happens for them. For example they have some worksheets in which they're supposed to unscramble letters to find true words in order to learn new vocabularies or match the phrases to make true sentences for learning the new grammar. While through a test you evaluate students' knowledge of something as doing an assessment or giving a quiz. For example a reading comprehension questions test or multiple choice questions for remembering the meaning of a word or using the correct form in grammar.

Q4- How is test washback different from test impact?

 Test washback refers to the effects that a test has on the testee at the classroom level and helps how to study better. Test impact refers to the effects that a test may have on individuals, policies, or practices, within the classroom, the school, the educational system, or the whole society.

Test washback and test impact are two terms used in the field of education to describe the effects of testing on teaching and learning. While they are related, there are some key differences between the two concepts.

Test washback refers to the influence that a test has on teaching and learning practices. It refers to how the content, format, and expectations of a test can shape classroom instruction and student learning. When a high-stakes test is given importance, teachers may focus their instruction on the specific content or skills that will be tested, potentially neglecting other important areas of the curriculum. This can lead to a narrowing of the curriculum and teaching to the test.Testing and assumption are two different concepts in the context of problem-solving or decision-making.

Testing refers to the process of conducting experiments, trials, or assessments to gather data or evidence in order to evaluate the validity, effectiveness, or functionality of something. It involves systematically verifying or disproving hypotheses, theories, or claims through empirical observation and analysis. Testing is often used in various fields such as science, engineering, software development, and quality control to ensure that a product or solution meets the desired standards or requirements.

The qualities of a good test include:

1. Validity: A good test should measure what it is intended to measure. It should accurately assess the knowledge, skills, or abilities it is designed to evaluate.

2. Reliability: A good test should produce consistent results when administered multiple times or by different individuals. It should minimize measurement errors and provide stable and dependable scores.

3. Objectivity: A good test should be free from bias or subjectivity in scoring and interpretation. It should be scored consistently by different evaluators, ensuring fairness and impartiality.

4. Clear instructions: A good test should have clear and concise instructions that are easy to understand for the test takers. Ambiguous or confusing instructions can lead to inaccurate results. MohtaramDarrudi

zohreh gjadamyari

1:Testing is a specific method with in the broader procecess of assessment.testing focuese on measuring performance through standardized test while assessment involves gathering information through various methods to gain a comprehensive understanding of an individual's abilities.

2:practicality -reliability - validity-authenticity-washback

3:A task is different from a test in that a task is an activity or assignment that requires the completion of a specific object or goal while a test is a formal assessment designed to measure knowledge ,skill or abilities

for example if a teacher asks students to write an essay about a specific it would be considered a task.the objective of a task is for students to demonstrate their writing skill and knowledge of the topic

4:test washback focuse on the influence of a test on teaching and learning practices,while test impact encompasses the broader consequences and effects of a test on various stake holders and educational systems

1-A test is one form of assessment and refers to procedures used to measure a learners’ learning at a specific point in time and often involves collecting information in numerical form. Common forms of tests are multiple choice questions and gap-fill or cloze tests. In English classes, teachers also need to assess their students’ learning to determine the effectiveness of their teaching and of the materials they use. Assessment refers to any of the procedures teachers use to do this, which may include interviews, observations, administering questionnaires and reviewing students’ work.

2-The quality of any test is indicated by three measures: reliability, validity, and fairness.

3-A task is something that needs to be done, and usually there are groups of tasks that when complete a single goal has been met. A test is used to evaluate your knowledge of something, similar to an assessment or quiz.

4-Washback is more frequently used to refer to the effects of tests on teaching and learning at the classroom level. Impact refers to the effects that a test may have on individuals, policies, or practices, within the classroom, the school, the educational system, or the society as a whole.

Somayyeh Lougha

1Testing refers to the process of measuring a specific skill or knowledge. Assessment is a set of strategies techniques that teachers and student engage

2practically ,Reliability,validity,Authenticity

3writing an essay is a task taking a reading comprehension a formal test

4Test washback is effect of test on teaching and refers to the impact of test on teaching and learning

Test impact changes the way of studying

3_The main difference between a task and a test is their purpose and context.

A task is an activity or piece of work that needs to be completed. It is usually assigned with a particular goal in mind. For example, cleaning your room, writing an essay, or preparing a presentation are all tasks. Tasks can be complex or simple, and can require different skills and levels of effort.

On the other hand, a test is an assessment or evaluation method used to measure knowledge, skills, or abilities. Tests are used to determine a person's understanding or proficiency in a subject or area. For instance, a math test, a driving test, or a language proficiency test are all examples of tests. They are typically structured, timed, and graded to provide a standardized measure of performance.

In summary, tasks refer to activities or assignments to be accomplished, while tests are assessments to determine someone's knowledge or abilities in a specific area.

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1- The main difference between testing and assessment is their purpose,testing is measuring of person's knowledge skill abilities on the other hand assessment used to gather information about an individual's learning progress, strengths, weaknesses, and overall development.

2-Some of qualities include:

Reliability,fairness,clear instructions,appropriate and difficulty level ,the last one is so important

3-A test is more structured and aims to measure knowledge

But task refers to an activity given to learners to use thier knowledge or skills in real life situations which is better.

4-I do not know.

1Testing is the process that we measure the person's knowledge based on some questions. Assessment is like the task witch is given to them during the learning.

2 Validity. Relevance. Clarity

3 task is focused on students learning during the class but test it gives them at the end of the term to exam them and they have score.

4 Washback it change thair studing stye