Classroom Assessment
Educational assessment is a comprehensive and systematic process of collecting, analyzing and interpreting data and evidence to evaluate and measure the effectiveness of educational programs, instructional strategies, and student learning outcomes.
It encompasses a wide range of assessment methods, including formative assessments for ongoing feedback and improvement, as well as summative assessments to gauge overall achievement and mastery of specific educational objectives.
Educational assessment serves the purposes of informing instructional decision-making, fostering continuous improvement in teaching and learning, and providing valuable insights for educational stakeholders, including educators, administrators, policymakers, and learners themselves.
More Information and Resources
- WMUx has extensive expertise in teaching, learning, and educational assessment and their website is an excellent resource if you would like to learn more.
- Classroom Assessment Techniques - This website provides valuable resources and insights into Classroom Assessment Techniques (CATs), offering instructors systematic approaches to gather feedback and assess student learning in real-time within a classroom setting. It emphasizes the importance of CATs in enhancing teaching effectiveness and highlights their versatility in adapting instruction based on student needs. The website serves as a practical guide for educators interested in implementing CATs to improve the learning experience for their students.
- Formative Assessment Information and Examples - This FAQ blog post from the University of San Diego, defines formative assessment, and shares 14 examples of formative assessment tools and strategies for classroom assessment.