Assessment in learning script

Topic: Different assessment methods categorized based on their suitability in measuring specific
competencies or learning outcomes
Learning Outcome:
Identify the different assessment methods for measuring specific competencies or learning
outcomes.
1. Written Assessments:

Suitable for assessing knowledge-based competencies and understanding of

theoretical concepts.
 Written Assessments are tests that applicants could potentially be asked to do
before or on the same day of their interviews. Many International Organizations
use this as a tool during the selection process to find multiple pieces of evidence
of fit from the applicant.
 Examples include:
 Multiple-choice tests
 Short answer questions
 Essays or research papers
 Problem-solving exercises
2. Performance-Based Assessments:

 Ideal for measuring practical skills and application of knowledge.

 What is performance-based assessment? Performance-based assessment requires
students to demonstrate or apply their knowledge, skills, and strategies by
creating a response or product or doing a task.

 Examples include:
 Presentations or speeches
 Demonstrations or simulations
 Design projects or prototypes
 Laboratory experiments or investigations

3. Observational Assessments:
  Effective for evaluating skills demonstrated in real-time or practical settings.
 Observational assessments involve obtaining evaluative information through
direct observation. Although observational assessments could potentially be used
in any domain, they most often are used for behavior, social-emotional
functioning, and language.
 Examples include:
 Clinical assessments in healthcare settings
 Classroom observations for teaching effectiveness
 Workplace performance evaluations
 Sports competitions or practice sessions

4. Portfolio Assessments:

 Useful for assessing progress and growth over time across multiple competencies.
 The main philosophy embedded in portfolio assessment is “Shared and active.
Facilitated. Indeed the use of portfolio assessment takes time but in the end it
gains.
 Examples include:
 Digital portfolios showcasing various projects and assignments
 Artistic or creative portfolios displaying works of art or performances
 Professional portfolios documenting achievements and skills in a career
field
5. Self-Assessment and Reflection:

 Encourages learners to evaluate their own progress and understanding.

 Reflection is a personal process that can deepen one's understanding of self and
can lead to significant discoveries or insights, while self-assessment is a process
that involves establishing strengths, improvements, and insights based on
predetermined performance criteria.

 Examples include:
 Self-assessment quizzes or questionnaires
 Reflective journals or essays
 Learning logs or diaries
 Goal-setting and progress tracking exercises

6. Peer Assessment:
  Involves learners providing feedback and evaluating the work of their peers.
 Peer assessment is a process in which students provide feedback to other students.
The purpose of this feedback is to help classmates improve their learning.
Feedback is a learning activity and student learning benefits when students
receive feedback from, and give feedback to, their peers.
 Examples include:
 Peer review of presentations or projects
 Collaborative problem-solving tasks
 Group discussions or debates with feedback components
 Team-based assessments in cooperative learning environments

Conclusion:
By utilizing a combination of these assessment methods, educators can effectively measure
specific competencies or learning outcomes while catering to diverse learning styles and
preferences.