Assessment

Adam E. Rowland

Balanced Assessment

The need to develop and implement balanced assessment systems is critical in 21st Century education (Stiggins, 2008). Balanced...

Adam E. Rowland

Figures and Assessment

Figures, such as tables and graphs, can allow stakeholders to effectively organize, analyze, evaluate, and communicate relevant...

Adam E. Rowland

Student Growth Portfolios

As a form of authentic assessment, student growth portfolios allow students to compile evidence reflective of their progress in a course....

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Self-Assessment

When students become active participants in their own learning, particularly through formative activities and strategies that encourage...

Adam E. Rowland

Effort Grades

Effort-based grading, while not directly related to impacting academic skills mastery, is a common practice that may impact student...

Adam E. Rowland

Which Type of Assessment is Best?

As it relates to assessment items, educators can expect to work with three types: selected response, open-ended, and performance-based...

Adam E. Rowland

Definition of Assessment

Educational assessment is the collection of evidence, either behavioral or academic, to inform instruction and improve student...