Measuring Deeper Learning Through Cognitively Demanding Test Items Results from the Analysis of Six National and International Exams
Two test consortia are developing a next generation of tests to measure students' attainment of the Common Core State Standards. These tests are expected to assess greater deeper learning skills than existing large-scale tests. A RAND study rated the cognitive demand of six nationally and inter...
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| Format: | Electronic Book Chapter |
| Language: | English |
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RAND Corporation
2014
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| Summary: | Two test consortia are developing a next generation of tests to measure students' attainment of the Common Core State Standards. These tests are expected to assess greater deeper learning skills than existing large-scale tests. A RAND study rated the cognitive demand of six nationally and internationally administered exams. The findings establish a benchmark for comparing how well the new generation of tests performs in assessing deeper learning. |
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| ISBN: | j.ctt5vjvq3 9780833085528 |
| Access: | Open Access |