Multiple choice

Which of the following is characterised as the assessment for learning?

  1. Summative assessment

  2. Formative assessment

  3. E-learning

  4. Proofreading

  5. Placement evaluation
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Formative assessment or diagnostic testing is a range of formal and informal assessment procedures employed by teachers during the learning process in order to modify teaching and learning activities to improve student attainment. Summative assessment is characterised as assessment of learning and is contrasted with formative assessment, which is assessment for learning.

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