Formative Assessment Basics
What is the primary purpose of formative assessment?
To monitor student learning and provide feedback for improvement.
What is the main purpose of summative assessment?
To evaluate student learning at the end of an instructional period.
What is an “exit ticket”?
A short written response students provide at the end of a lesson to check understanding
Name a summative assessment that includes student presentations.
Oral report or final project presentation.
A teacher gives students a quiz before a lesson to gauge prior knowledge. What type of assessment is this?
Formative assessment (diagnostic pre-test).
Name two characteristics of formative assessment.
Ongoing and provides immediate feedback.
Name two examples of summative assessments.
Final exam, standardized test, end-of-term project, etc.
How does peer assessment work in formative assessment?
Students review and give feedback on each other’s work.
How can rubrics help in summative assessments?
They provide clear criteria for grading and consistency
A school uses a final exam to determine whether students move to the next grade. What type of assessment is this?
Summative assessment.
Give one example of a low-stakes formative assessment.
Exit ticket, quick quiz, think-pair-share, etc.
How does summative assessment help in measuring student progress?
It provides a final evaluation of learning outcomes, showing what students have mastered over a period of time.
What is a “traffic light system” in formative assessment?
Students use red, yellow, and green to indicate their understanding level.
What is an alternative to a traditional written test in summative assessment?
Portfolio assessment, project-based assessment, or performance task.
A teacher observes students working in small groups and provides real-time feedback. What type of assessment is being used?
Formative assessment (observational).
How does formative assessment benefit students?
Helps them identify strengths and areas for improvement.
What are two common characteristics of summative assessment?
High-stakes and measures overall achievement.
Name a digital tool that can be used for formative assessment.
Kahoot, Quizizz, Mentimeter, Google Forms, etc.
Why is multiple-choice testing commonly used in summative assessment?
It is easy to grade and provides objective results.
A student creates a portfolio of their work throughout the semester. Is this formative or summative?
It can be both, depending on how it is used.
What is the difference between formative and summative assessment?
Formative is ongoing and used for feedback, while summative evaluates overall learning at the end of a unit.
Why is summative assessment important for teachers?
It helps measure the effectiveness of instruction and curriculum.
What is the benefit of using formative assessment in group work?
Encourages collaboration and active learning.
How can summative assessment results be used for curriculum improvement?
They help identify gaps in instruction and areas for improvement.
A teacher gives a practice test and then reviews the results with students before the actual test. What type of assessment is this?
Formative assessment (test review).