1.Methods of Assessment:
Differences between Methods of Assessment and Tools of Assessment
Methods of Assessment:
Methods of assessment encompass the overarching pedagogical approaches employed to gather information about students' learning outcomes. These methods dictate how data is collecte...
1.Methods of Assessment:
Differences between Methods of Assessment and Tools of Assessment
, Methods of Assessment:
Methods of assessment encompass the overarching pedagogical approaches employed to
gather information about students' learning outcomes. These methods dictate how data is
collected to determine the extent of students' achievement of desired educational goals. They
guide the process of evaluation and shape the types of tasks or activities students engage in.
Examples of methods of assessment include written assessments (assignments, tests, exams),
practical assessments, peer-evaluations, and self-evaluations. These methods are broader
strategies used to assess student performance.
Tools of Assessment:
Assessment tools, on the other hand, are specific instruments or resources that are employed
within particular assessment methods to facilitate the collection of information. These tools
are tailored to each method and are designed to elicit specific types of responses or
demonstrations from students. They serve as the means through which students' performance
is evaluated. Examples of assessment tools encompass a range of resources such as posters,
essays, examinations, interviews, marking guidelines, and rubrics. These tools are more
focused and are selected to align with the chosen assessment method.
To add on to above
Methods of assessment guide the way data is gathered to determine the extent to which
students have achieved desired learning outcomes. Methods of assessment are more general
and encompass various strategies for evaluating student performance
there are two methods of assessment: the direct method and indirect method.
Direct methods generally comprise written, oral and multimodal modes
Strengths of Direct Methods and Tools of Assessment:
Clear Evidence: Direct methods and tools provide observable and tangible evidence of
learning outcomes.
Quantitative Data: They allow for the collection of quantitative data, such as mean
scores and performance statistics.
Comparative Analysis: Teachers can compare student performance within the
classroom and across grades.
Measurable Outputs: In group projects, the final outputs can be measured and
evaluated.
Weaknesses of Direct Methods and Tools of Assessment:
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