Category: C

A learner’s performance is evaluated with reference to specified criteria or to that learner’s previous level of performance.  

Measurement that compares one’s performance with an absolute standard, as distinguished from measurement comparing one’s performance to that of others.  

A test to determine an examinee’s level of performance in relation to well- defined job-related knowledge and skills. A type of test in which a student’s performance is measured against a specific standard such as 75 out of 100 questions correct, ability to solve a set problem, or typing 50 words a minute with no…

Extent of performance.  

In research, measures of behavior against which progress toward goals can be assessed.  

In research, groups whose test performance sets the validity criterion for certain tests.  

Measure to establish to judge proficiency, accomplishment, or success. An accepted standard used in making a decision or judgment about something. A standard or attribute for judging a condition or establishing a diagnosis.  

Indicators of a person’s levels of health.  

Predetermined measures against which access, continuity, efficiency, appropriateness, and quality of health education services may be compared. Pre-determined elements of health care against which the necessity, appropriateness or quality of health services may be compared. For example, criteria for appropriate diagnosis of a urinary tract infection may be performance of a urine culture and urinalysis.…

A procedure whereby a person is confined in a mental institution either for a determination of competency to attend trial or after acquittal by reason of insanity.