Colobong, Reynel John A.

3CED-Engl
Assessment in Learning 2 (Ped 8-18) February 6, 2024

High Quality Assessment In Retrospect

Construct a table showing the difference between traditional assessment to authentic

assessment. As a future teacher, what will you do to provide an authentic assessment?

Aspect Traditional Assessment Authentic Assessment

Nature of Primarily standardized tests, quizzes, and exams. Varied and performance-based assessments
Assessment reflecting real-world tasks and skills.

Purpose Often focuses on measuring recall and basic Emphasizes the application of knowledge, critical
understanding of facts and concepts. thinking, and problem-solving.

Context Typically conducted in controlled environments Mirrors real-world situations and may occur in
(classrooms, exam halls). authentic settings.

Feedback Limited feedback, often focusing on right or Detailed feedback on performance, including
wrong answers. strengths and areas for improvement.

Examples Multiple-choice exams, fill-in-the-blank Projects, presentations, portfolios, case studies,

questions. simulations.

Scoring Criteria Objective and often focused on the final answer. More subjective, considering the process,
creativity, and application of knowledge.

Engagement May not reflect the complexity of real-world Engages students in meaningful tasks, promoting
challenges. active learning and critical thinking.

Authenticity Tends to be more artificial and disconnected Mirrors real-world situations, allowing students to
from real-world scenarios. demonstrate skills in context.
As a future educator, I will use authentic assessments, like real-world projects, to
evaluate students' practical skills and critical thinking. Clear criteria and feedback, along
with self-reflection and peer assessments, will enhance the learning experience and
prepare students for future success.