Objectives of assessment

The objectives of assessment are it:

• reinforces student learning
• aids in planning for effective teaching and learning
• produces evidence of student achievement
• creates and collects student data.

Assessment for learning

Teacher practice identifying student knowledge, skills and areas for growth.

Assessment as learning

A student engages, reflects and monitors their learning.

Assessment of learning

Evidence of student achievement against outcomes and standards.

Assessment evaluation questions

The 5 assessment evaluation questions are:

1. What are you asking the student to do, produce or create?
2. Does the student know the requirements and understand the assessment criteria?
3. Can the student set measurable and achievable goals?
4. Is student able to monitor and reflect on their learning when completing the assessment?
5. Will the feedback be purposeful, allow for creative growth, and improve their learning?