Assessment

What does Assessment for Learning refer to?

• Any assessment activity that guides learning

• A system to grade teachers' performance

• A method to discipline students

• A final exam to evaluate pupils' knowledge

How does Assessment for Learning differ from summative assessment?

• It is only used in higher education

• It evaluates students at the end of the year

• It involves evaluating small content areas as part of ongoing learning

• It does not involve the teacher's input

What is the importance of focusing on students' own progress?

• To make them feel superior

• To ensure they outperform others

• To emphasize improvement over attainment

• To prepare them for summative assessments

How can getting children to assess their own work or that of others be beneficial?

• It is a method to identify the best students

• It encourages competition among pupils

• It helps in reducing the teacher's workload

• It can help pupils develop their understanding of learning objectives

What role do summative tests play in formative assessment?

• They are not useful in formative assessment

• They solely determine a student's final grade

• They replace the need for formative assessment

• They can be used to identify learning gaps and inform future teaching

Why is informal questioning an effective way to embed assessment for learning?

• It can assess what the class knows and raise discussion

• It simplifies grading for teachers

• It formalizes the learning environment

• It is a way to intimidate students

What should teachers resist according to the text?

• Collaborating with other teachers

• The pressure to rush on to the next topic if more consolidation is needed

• Giving students homework

• Using technology in the classroom

What is advised to best support students' learning?

• Following a strict curriculum without deviation

• Ignoring pupils' feedback

• Moving along at a pace that suits the learning

• Focusing solely on summative assessments