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ASSESSMENT FRAMEWORK#1
A structured approach to evaluating student learning through various assessment methods that align with learning outcomes.
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT#2
Ongoing assessments used to monitor student learning and provide feedback for improvement during the learning process.
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT#3
Evaluations conducted at the end of an instructional unit to measure student learning against established benchmarks.
RUBRIC DESIGN#4
The process of creating a scoring guide that outlines criteria for grading student work and provides clarity on expectations.
FEEDBACK STRATEGIES#5
Methods used to provide constructive responses to student work, aimed at fostering improvement and engagement.
ALIGNMENT#6
The process of ensuring that assessments are directly linked to learning outcomes and curriculum standards.
LEARNING OUTCOMES#7
Specific statements that articulate what students should know or be able to do as a result of instruction.
DIFFERENTIATED ASSESSMENT#8
Tailoring assessments to meet the diverse needs of learners, considering their individual strengths and challenges.
DATA-DRIVEN INSIGHTS#9
Using collected data from assessments to inform instructional decisions and improve assessment practices.
CROSS-CURRICULAR ASSESSMENT#10
Assessment strategies that integrate multiple subject areas to provide a more holistic evaluation of student learning.
PEER ASSESSMENT#11
A process where students evaluate each other's work, promoting collaboration and critical thinking.
SELF-ASSESSMENT#12
An evaluation method where students reflect on their own learning and performance to identify areas for growth.
VALIDITY#13
The degree to which an assessment measures what it intends to measure, ensuring accurate evaluations.
RELIABILITY#14
The consistency of an assessment's results over time, indicating its dependability in measuring student performance.
CRITERION-REFERENCED ASSESSMENT#15
Assessments that measure student performance against a fixed set of criteria or learning standards.
NORM-REFERENCED ASSESSMENT#16
Assessments that compare a student's performance to a larger group, typically to rank students.
CONSTRUCTIVIST ASSESSMENT#17
An approach that emphasizes active student involvement in the assessment process, encouraging critical thinking.
RUBRIC SCORING#18
The process of evaluating student work based on established criteria outlined in a rubric.
EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICES#19
Teaching and assessment strategies that are grounded in research and proven to be effective.
MULTIMODAL ASSESSMENT#20
Using various assessment methods (e.g., written, oral, project-based) to evaluate student learning comprehensively.
ASSESSMENT LITERACY#21
The knowledge and skills educators need to design, implement, and interpret assessments effectively.
REFLECTIVE PRACTICE#22
The process of self-evaluation and critical reflection on teaching practices and assessments to foster continuous improvement.
LEARNING ANALYTICS#23
The use of data analysis techniques to understand and optimize student learning outcomes.
ACCOUNTABILITY#24
The responsibility of educators to ensure that assessments lead to improved student learning and program effectiveness.