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Non-test Instruments and Test Standardization

Non-test assessments, also known as alternative or authentic assessments, are

evaluation methods that assess students' knowledge, skills, and abilities through means other
than traditional standardized tests or exams. These assessments focus on real-world
applications and performance-based tasks to provide a more comprehensive and holistic view
of a student's learning and abilities. Non-test assessments include:
An anecdotal record is a type of non-test assessment tool used in education to
document observations and descriptions of specific incidents or behaviors exhibited by an
individual student. It involves capturing qualitative information about a student's performance,
behaviors, interactions, and progress in a narrative or descriptive form. Checklist Scale is a type
of assessment tool that uses a predefined list of criteria or behaviors to assess and evaluate an
individual's performance, skills, or characteristics. It involves assigning checkmarks to indicate
the presence or absence of specific criteria on the checklist. A rating scale assessment is a
method of evaluating an individual's performance, skills, or characteristics using a predefined
rating scale. It involves assigning ratings or scores to indicate the level of attainment or quality
of specific criteria or behaviors being assessed. Observation report is a method of evaluating an
individual's performance, behaviors, or skills based on direct observation. It involves
systematically observing and documenting the individual's actions, interactions, or behaviors in
a specific context or situation. An inventory assessment is a method of evaluating an individual's
characteristics, traits, preferences, or abilities by using an inventory or questionnaire. It involves
collecting self-report data through a series of structured questions or statements that the
individual responds to base on their own perceptions or experiences.
Test Standardization refers to the process of developing and administering tests in a
consistent and uniform manner to ensure fairness, reliability, and validity of the results. It
involves following established procedures and norms to establish a common frame of reference
for interpreting test scores.
Establishing the validity of a test involves providing evidence to support that the test
measures what it intends to measure and that the interpretations or uses of the test scores are
appropriate. Techniques in establishing validity includes Content Validity, Criterion-Related
Validity, Construct Validity, Face Validity, Construct Mapping, Experimental or Manipulative
Validity and Factor Analysis. It's important to note that establishing validity is an ongoing
process and involves multiple sources of evidence. Multiple validity techniques are often
employed to strengthen the overall validity argument for a test. The specific techniques used
depend on the nature of the test, the construct being measured, and the intended use of the test
scores.
Establishing the reliability of a test involves assessing the consistency, stability, and
reproducibility of the test scores over time and across different administrations. Reliability is
crucial for ensuring that the test results are dependable and free from measurement error.
Techniques in establishing reliability includes Test-Retest Reliability, Equivalent Forms
Reliability, Internal Consistency Reliability, Inter-Rater Reliability, Split-Half Reliability, Inter-Item
Reliability and Standard Error of Measurement. Applying multiple reliability techniques is
beneficial to gain a comprehensive understanding of the reliability of a test. Different techniques
provide different perspectives on the consistency and stability of the test scores. By establishing
reliability, researchers and practitioners can have confidence in the consistency of the test
results and make informed decisions based on those results.