shaylamullaney_journal_four

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Shayla Mullaney 3/5/09 Assessment Journal 4 Today my class had a science test. The teacher had the class use the chapter review in their books as the test. Students were allowed to use their books to find information to help them with their test, however, they were not allowed to talk or use other resources. I found this test, not a good assessment of the students’ knowledge. If they’re allowed to use their book how does this truly assess the students’ knowledge? I know I always appreciate an open book exam but it does not fully assess information retained. The class ended and none of the students had finished their tests. The teacher then allowed the students to take their tests home to finish them as homework. This totally defeats the rules of no outside help from peers or other sources besides the book.