Standard 6.13: Testing
Both written and performance-based tests should be used to validate student competency. Students should be encouraged to take certification tests that are publicly recognized indicators of capabilities.
Requirements:
- Rate the use of written tests to evaluate cognitive task performance.
- Rate the use of performance tests to evaluate manipulative task performance.
- Rate the use of an acceptable level of performance in cognitive and manipulative tests.
- Rate the degree to which students are encouraged to take certification tests that are publicly recognized indicators of capabilities.
Recommended Documentation:
- Samples of written tests. Ideally, these samples will demonstrate that various kinds of written tests are used, e.g. multiple choice, essay, fill-in-the-blank and true/false.
- Copies of the student task sheets. Include an explanation of how students are tested and graded when demonstrating performance tasks. Define the level of competence expected of students.
- Statement explaining when and how students are encouraged to take certification tests. Cite the location of any ASE advertisements, signs, etc., within the lab/shop, classroom or other location which would promote ASE certification if applicable.
- Sample Documentation 6.13A
- Sample Documentation 6.13B
- Sample Documentation 6.13C
- Sample Documentation 6.13D
