NURS 6321 Curriculum Development, Assessment, & Evaluation MIDTERM READINESS EXAM Q & S 2025/2026

1. Multiple Choice: Which theory emphasizes the
importance of social context and interaction in learning?
 a) Behaviorism
 b) Constructivism
 c) Humanism
 d) Cognitivism
 Correct Answer: b) Constructivism
 Rationale: Constructivism posits that learning is an active,
constructive process where learners construct new ideas
based on their current/past knowledge.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: The __________ model of curriculum
development focuses on the roles of societal needs and
interests.
 Correct Answer: Social Reconstructionist
 Rationale: The Social Reconstructionist model addresses
the societal needs and aims to prepare students to create a
more just society.
3. True/False: Formative assessments are used to evaluate
student learning at the end of an instructional unit.
 Correct Answer: False
 Rationale: Formative assessments are used throughout
the learning process to monitor student learning and
provide ongoing feedback.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following are characteristics of authentic assessment?
 a) Standardized testing
 b) Portfolios
 c) Performance tasks