What
Type of Assessment Works Best?
While all assessment types serve unique purposes, performance assessments offer the richest insights into student understanding. They allow students to demonstrate skills and apply knowledge in authentic, meaningful contexts. For example, when students create a digital presentation, conduct a science experiment, or participate in a debate, I can assess not only content mastery but also critical thinking and collaboration.
While all assessment types serve unique purposes, performance assessments offer the richest insights into student understanding. They allow students to demonstrate skills and apply knowledge in authentic, meaningful contexts. For example, when students create a digital presentation, conduct a science experiment, or participate in a debate, I can assess not only content mastery but also critical thinking and collaboration.
That said, I also integrate open-ended and selected-response formats where appropriate, especially for quick formative checks or content reviews. Blending assessment types ensures a more complete picture of student learning. Based on Stiggins and Chappuis's content, a "Methods for Assessing Learning" chart was created to guide the alignment between standards and the best-fit assessment.
Methods for Assessing Learning- A Guide
Assessment Tid-Bit: Tip—Let students "show what they
know" in diverse ways: role-plays, presentations, debates, or digital
storytelling.
Explore More: https://www.performanceassessmentresourcebank.org/
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