Discussion 1 and 2

250-500 words for each question

 1. Discuss the differences between a test and an assessment. Explain how/why teachers can use assessments in the middle school and high-school classrooms. Support your response with references to the readings. 

2.  Outline the reasons why is it important for teachers to consider practicality and efficiency in selecting assessments, as well as more technical aspects such as validity and reliability.