D184 WGU Standard-Based Assessment Questions and Correct Answers/ Latest Update / Already Graded

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D184 WGU Standard-Based Assessment
Questions and Correct Answers/ Latest
Update / Already Graded
Standard Based Grading System


Ans: Tracks progress towards standards and academic skills using

proficiency scales.




Traditional Grading System


Ans: Grades calculated based on percentage, partially based on

nonacademic factors.




Focus Statement


Ans: Full standard statement with detail for guidance and assessment.




Measurement Topic


Ans: Small set of critical topics or themes to focus on.

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Declarative Knowledge


Ans: What students understand: facts, ideas, information (name and

explain).




Procedural Knowledge


Ans: Be able to do: skills, strategies, processes (act or perform tasks).




Proficiency Scales


Ans: Measure student progress towards standard mastery. Usually a 4-

point scale: 4=advanced, 3=proficient, 2=developing, 1=beginning.




Parallel Assessments


Ans: Multiple assessments given to the same students over time. Measures

and records learning over time to identify growth or gaps. Eliminates error.




Reliability