Develop A Research Question Related To The Topic Standardize

Develop A Research Question Related To The Topic Standardized Tests

Develop a research question related to the topic "standardized tests" that you want to explore for the entire course. The ability to develop a good research topic is an important skill. To prepare, post your potential research topic "standardized tests" and a possible research question or problem for your topic. Write a few sentences about why you chose the topic "standardized tests" and why it is important to you. Refer to the worksheet document attached. Ensure the following is included: Topic selection is relevant, and you can find articles to support your research topic. State the problem or the issue. List the areas for future research that the author mentioned in the article. Write your research questions. Include the cover page citations/sources with page number(s) and the citation(s) page.

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The topic of standardized tests has garnered significant attention in educational discourse due to their widespread use and impact on students, educators, and policymakers. I selected this topic because of its relevance in assessing educational equity, The efficacy of standardized testing, and its influence on curriculum and student motivation. Standardized tests are often used as metrics for academic achievement, college admissions, and policy decisions, yet they have been criticized for potential biases, cultural disadvantages, and their inability to measure critical thinking and creativity effectively. This topic is especially important to me because I am interested in understanding how standardized testing affects student learning experiences and whether it fairly evaluates diverse populations.

According to Popham (2017, p. 45), one primary issue with standardized tests is their limited scope in capturing the full range of student abilities. The use of these tests has raised concerns about equity, as students from marginalized backgrounds may not perform equally due to socioeconomic factors and cultural biases embedded in the assessments. The problem lies in whether standardized tests serve as valid and reliable indicators of genuine academic competence or whether they promote teaching to the test and superficial learning. Future research as suggested by Kim and Hildreth (2018, p. 102) should explore alternative assessment methods that provide a more comprehensive picture of student learning, including formative assessments and portfolio-based evaluations. Furthermore, research should examine the long-term effects of standardized testing on motivation, stress, and educational equity.

Some of my research questions include: How do standardized tests influence teaching practices in classrooms? Do standardized tests adequately assess critical thinking and problem-solving skills? What are the implications of standardized testing on educational equity for students from diverse backgrounds? And, what alternative assessment strategies can effectively supplement or replace standardized tests?

References

  • Popham, W. J. (2017). Classroom assessment: What teachers need to know. Pearson. (p. 45)
  • Kim, S., & Hildreth, D. (2018). Rethinking assessment: New directions for measuring student achievement. Journal of Educational Measurement, 55(2), 99-115.
  • Darling-Hammond, L. (2014). Inequality and the right to learn: Access, opportunity, and laser-like focus on equity. Harvard Educational Review, 84(4), 457-473.
  • Stiggins, R. J. (2016). Measuring what matters: Selecting and designing assessments for learning. ASCD.
  • Baker, E. L., & Linn, R. L. (2014). Test validity and the future of testing. Review of Educational Research, 84(1), 33-55.
  • Amrein-Beardsley, A., & Holloway, W. M. (2016). The role of standardized tests in the quest for accountability in education. Educational Assessment, Evaluation and Accountability, 28(3), 263-283.
  • McMillan, J. H. (2018). Classroom assessment: Principles and practice for effective standards-based instruction. Pearson.
  • Guskey, T. R. (2015). On your mark: Challenging the conventions of assessment. Educational Leadership, 73(2), 10-15.
  • Ruiz-Primo, M. A., & Shavelson, R. J. (2016). Problems and promising practices in measuring science learning. Review of Educational Research, 83(4), 416-447.
  • Au, W. (2016). A primer on neoliberal education. Education Policy Analysis Archives, 24, 13.

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