Achievement Test
Definition
An achievement test evaluates an individual's knowledge or proficiency in certain areas that they have been taught or trained in.
Related terms
Standardized Test: A type of exam that is administered and scored in a consistent manner across different test takers.
Formative Assessment: These are tests conducted during learning process itself as checkpoints to understand where students stand in their understanding of material.
Summative Assessment: These are tests conducted at end of an instructional period (like final exams) primarily used for grading purposes.
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