Types of evaluation in the learning English language in Secondary education.

1. Criterion-Referenced Evaluation

1.1. Purpose: Measure student performance against fixed criteria or standards Moments: Ongoing, at the end of specific learning objectives or units

2. Authentic Evaluation

2.1. Purpose: Assess practical application of skills and knowledge Moments: Throughout the course, especially in project-based learning

3. Peer and Self-Evaluation

3.1. Purpose: Develop self-regulation and critical thinking Moments: Ongoing, especially during group work or individual projects

4. Diagnostic Evaluation

4.1. Purpose: Assess prior knowledge and skills Moments: Beginning of the school year/unit

5. Formative Evaluation

5.1. Purpose: Provide ongoing feedback, guide instruction Moments: Throughout the instructional process

6. Summative Evaluation

6.1. Purpose: Measure overall achievement and understanding Moments: End of a unit, term, or school year

7. Ipsative Evaluation

7.1. Purpose: Track individual student progress over time Moments: Periodically (e.g., monthly, quarterly)

8. Norm-Referenced Evaluation

8.1. Purpose: Compare student performance to peers Moments: Typically at key stages (e.g., end of term, standardized testing periods)