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What is the primary purpose of formative assessment?
What is the primary purpose of formative assessment?
Which type of assessment is used to evaluate student learning at the end of a lesson, unit, or course?
Which type of assessment is used to evaluate student learning at the end of a lesson, unit, or course?
What is the main purpose of diagnostic assessment?
What is the main purpose of diagnostic assessment?
Which of the following is a characteristic of good assessment?
Which of the following is a characteristic of good assessment?
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What is the purpose of criterion-referenced evaluation?
What is the purpose of criterion-referenced evaluation?
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Which of the following is a challenge in assessment and evaluation?
Which of the following is a challenge in assessment and evaluation?
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What is the purpose of self-assessment?
What is the purpose of self-assessment?
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Why is validity an important characteristic of good assessment?
Why is validity an important characteristic of good assessment?
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What is the purpose of norm-referenced evaluation?
What is the purpose of norm-referenced evaluation?
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What is the main purpose of improving student learning as a purpose of assessment?
What is the main purpose of improving student learning as a purpose of assessment?
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Study Notes
Assessment and Evaluation
Types of Assessment:
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Formative Assessment: Ongoing evaluation during the learning process to monitor student progress and adjust instruction.
- Examples: Quizzes, classwork, and homework.
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Summative Assessment: Evaluates student learning at the end of a lesson, unit, or course.
- Examples: Unit tests, final exams, and projects.
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Diagnostic Assessment: Identifies student strengths, weaknesses, and learning needs.
- Examples: Pre-tests, entrance slips, and learning style assessments.
Purposes of Assessment:
- Improving Student Learning: Identifies areas where students need additional support or enrichment.
- Evaluating Instructional Effectiveness: Determines the effectiveness of teaching methods and materials.
- Reporting Student Progress: Provides feedback to students, parents, and administrators.
- Making Instructional Decisions: Informs teachers about lesson planning and curriculum development.
Characteristics of Good Assessment:
- Validity: Measures what it is intended to measure.
- Reliability: Consistently produces accurate results.
- Objectivity: Reduces bias and subjective judgment.
- Authenticity: Reflects real-life scenarios and applications.
Evaluation Methods:
- Criterion-Referenced Evaluation: Compares student performance to a predetermined standard or criterion.
- Norm-Referenced Evaluation: Compares student performance to that of a larger group or norm.
- Self-Assessment: Involves students in evaluating their own learning and progress.
Challenges in Assessment and Evaluation:
- Cultural and Linguistic Bias: Ensuring assessments are fair and unbiased for diverse student populations.
- Over-Reliance on Standardized Tests: Balancing the use of standardized tests with more authentic and holistic assessments.
- Teaching to the Test: Avoiding instruction that focuses solely on test preparation rather than deep learning.
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Description
Learn about the different types of assessment, including formative, summative, and diagnostic assessments, and their purposes in evaluating student learning.
