Learning assessment

Which is NOT a characteristic of formative assessment?

• A process

• Student-centered

• Final grades

• Allows improvement

Which is NOT a characteristic of summative assessment?

• Takes place after a period of instruction

• Tests and exams are usual tools for this assessment

• Requires making a judgement

• Observation and brainstorming are usual tools for this assessment

Performance in standardized tests is a good indicator of success later in life?

• True

• False

Effective assessment should provide ________ in a timely manner. This allows students to improve and correct any difficulties they might have,

Which of these options would be more effective in terms of feedback?

• You did great!

• Incorrect!

• Great use of grammar. Punctuation could improve.

• Keep up the good work!

Which of these is a characteristic of effective feedback?

• Unplanned and improvised

• Specific and calls to action

• Doesn´t relate to class objectives

• Given at the end of term

Self-assessment, mind maps, debates, and group work are exmples of:

• Formative assessment

• Summative assessment

According to Black and William (1998), frequent short tests are better than infrequent long ones.

• True

• False

Teachers need to consider how their classroom activities, assignments, and tests supports learning aims and allow students to communicate what they know, then use this information only for grading.

• Correct

• Incorrect

This tool can be used to provide consistent criterion for grading through the use of a scale: