Question

Which of the following statements correctly describes the characteristics of a good achievement test?

1. Validity refers to the extent to which a test accurately measures what it is intended to measure, ensuring relevance to the learning objectives.
2. Reliability indicates the consistency of the test results, meaning that the test would yield similar scores if administered multiple times under similar conditions.
3. Objectivity implies that the scoring and interpretation of the test results are free from personal bias, ensuring fairness across all test-takers.
4. Usability of a test means it is complex and time-consuming to construct, administer, and interpret, requiring specialized personnel.
5. A primary characteristic of a good achievement test is its ability to predict a student's innate intellectual capacity or future learning potential.

• A. 3 only
• B. 1 only
• C. 1, 2, 3
• D. None of these

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 1, 2, 3

Achievement Test 

• An achievement test is a standardized assessment designed to measure an individual's knowledge, skills, or proficiency in a specific subject area or domain acquired as a result of instruction or training. 

• It evaluates what a person has already learned and mastered, rather than their potential or capacity to learn new things

• Achievement tests are designed to measure learned skills and knowledge in a specific subject area or grade level.

• They are typically standardized, meaning they are administered and scored in the same way for all students. 

• This allows for reliable and comparable results across different schools, districts, or even states.

• These tests are typically used to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction, determine students' mastery of specific content, and make educational decisions based on their performance.

• Standardized achievement tests are administered and scored consistently, allowing for comparisons across a large group of individuals.

Key characteristics of a good achievement test

Validity

The test accurately measures what it is intended to measure.

Reliability

The test consistently produces similar results when administered under similar conditions.

Objectivity

The scoring and interpretation of the test results are free from personal bias.

Usability/Practicability: 

The test is easy to construct, administer, score, and interpret