Question

In a well developed essay answer the following question: Discuss the issues of test blas and tell how you as an educational professional will guard against test bias in your own teaching and testing.

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Answer 1

Educational tests are considered biased if a test design, or the way results are interpreted and used, systematically disadvantages certain groups of students over others, such as students of color, students from lower-income backgrounds, students who are not proficient in the English language, as an example.Educational bias is when one group of people is treated differently than another in an educational setting. Not all educational bias is intentional; sometimes bias occurs when people aren't consciously aware of their beliefs and behaviors.These subconscious thoughts and feelings are known as implicit biases. Whether our perceptions are positive or negative, they have an impact; they determine expectations, and these expectations dictate how we teach. Studies show that teacher expectations are closely linked to student achievement and success. Here are some ways to avoid them

1. Become aware of your biases so you can interrupt them.
2. Study and teach colleagues about implicit bias.
3. Pay attention to gap-closing teachers.
4. Stop tone policing.
5. Tune into implicit bias in your school.