A comparison of average scores for "today's tests" and "ideal tests"
(Use the scale on the right to interpret scores.)
TODAY'S TESTS |
IDEAL TESTS |
|
| All items | 3.1 |
4.89 |
| Do a good job measuring learning | 3.4 |
5.18 |
| Improve learning | 2.79 |
5.03 |
| Improve teaching | 3.14 |
4.93 |
| Do a good job informing decision makers | 3.04 |
4.47 |
| Measure relevant skills and abilities | 3.18 |
4.96 |
291 people have taken the NTS
158 |
students |
110 |
teachers |
57 |
parents |
19 |
administrators |
36 |
educational researchers |
2 |
decision makers |
5 |
test developers |
6 |
employers |
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