Types of Assessments

1. #1: Formative

1.1. Allows for gathering evidence of student learning, providing feedback, and adjusting instruction based on feedback

1.2. Examples: quizzes, observations, end of class review sheet

2. #3: Summative

2.1. This assessment focuses on the outcome of the entire course rather than after each unit of learning

2.2. Examples: Standardized testing, EOC Exams, Major cumulative projects, Research projects

3. #2: Performance

3.1. This assessment focuses on having students perform a task rather than answer a question or write a paper

3.2. Examples: Creating a graph of information, having students create a website on a unit topic instead of a research paper

4. #4: Interim/Benchmark

4.1. Periodic testing throughout the year. E.G. 3 Week tests

4.2. Examples: Projects, written assignments, and 3 week tests

5. #5: Diagnostic

5.1. Tests students prior to instruction to find strengths and weaknesses and then the curriculum is made based off the findings

5.2. Examples: Student Journal, Student Self-Assessment. Conference or interview with each student