Types of Assessment (as learning, for learning and of learning)
Summary
TLDRThis video script delves into the concept of assessment types, emphasizing the importance of understanding assessment purposes. It introduces three main types: assessment as learning (before instruction), assessment for learning (during instruction, formative), and assessment of learning (after instruction, summative). The speaker uses mnemonics to aid understanding and highlights the significance of self-evaluation for students to monitor their learning progress and identify strengths and weaknesses, which is crucial for effective teaching and learning.
Takeaways
- π The video discusses three main types of assessment: assessment as learning, assessment for learning, and assessment of learning.
- π To understand these types better, the video suggests watching another video on the purposes of assessment, as the topics are interrelated.
- π The mnemonic 'AFDO' is introduced to help remember the order and types of assessment: A for assessment as learning, F for assessment for learning, and D for assessment of learning.
- π Assessment as learning is likened to pre-instruction assessment and is a form of self-evaluation, where students reflect on their own learning experiences.
- π Assessment for learning occurs during instruction and is considered formative, helping students and teachers understand the learning process and progress.
- π Assessment of learning is post-instruction and is summative, evaluating what students have learned and is not referred to as 'assessment as learning' or 'assessment for learning'.
- π€ Students are encouraged to self-assess and understand their strengths and weaknesses to prepare for upcoming lessons and identify areas needing improvement.
- π¨βπ« Teachers are advised to provide syllabi and topics in advance to allow students to reflect on their learning progress and engage in self-evaluation.
- π Assessment as learning is not always before instruction and is not strictly diagnostic; it is a reflective tool for students to monitor their learning.
- π The video emphasizes the importance of both students and teachers practicing assessment as learning to improve learning and teaching outcomes.
- π Understanding the timing and purpose of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments is crucial for effective educational practices.
Q & A
What are the three main types of assessment mentioned in the script?
-The three main types of assessment are assessment as learning (AAL), assessment for learning (AfL), and assessment of learning (AoL).
What is the mnemonic provided to help remember the types of assessment?
-The mnemonic provided is 'A F and O', which stands for 'Assessment as Before', 'Assessment for During', and 'Assessment of After'.
What does AAL stand for and when does it occur?
-AAL stands for Assessment as Learning, which occurs before instruction and involves self-evaluation by the student.
What is the purpose of AAL and how does it benefit students?
-AAL is a reflective form of assessment that allows students to monitor their own learning experiences and understand their strengths and weaknesses.
What is AfL and when does it take place?
-AfL stands for Assessment for Learning, which occurs during instruction and is considered formative assessment.
How does AfL differ from AAL and AoL?
-AfL is formative and focuses on ongoing learning during instruction, unlike AAL which is before instruction and AoL which is after instruction and summative.
What is AoL and what type of assessment is it considered?
-AoL stands for Assessment of Learning, which occurs after instruction and is considered summative assessment or summative evaluation.
Why are teachers advised to give syllabuses and topics beforehand?
-Teachers are advised to give syllabuses and topics beforehand to allow students to evaluate the lesson and reflect on their learning progress, identifying any prerequisite knowledge they may lack.
What role do teachers play in the process of AAL?
-Teachers play a crucial role in AAL by providing students with the necessary information and guidance to self-evaluate and reflect on their learning experiences.
How can students benefit from practicing AAL?
-Students benefit from practicing AAL by becoming more aware of their learning needs, identifying areas for improvement, and taking ownership of their educational progress.
What is the significance of the interrelation between the purposes of assessment and the types of assessment?
-The interrelation between the purposes of assessment and the types of assessment helps in aligning educational goals with the methods used to measure learning, ensuring a more effective and targeted evaluation process.
Outlines
π Understanding Assessment Types
The speaker introduces the topic of different types of assessments, emphasizing that understanding the purpose of assessment is crucial. They recommend watching a previous video on the purposes of assessment due to the interrelation between purpose and type. Three main types of assessment are discussed: assessment as learning, assessment for learning, and assessment of learning. The speaker uses mnemonics 'A F O' to represent these types, standing for 'before,' 'during,' and 'after' instruction, respectively. Assessment as learning is likened to pre-instruction self-evaluation, while assessment for learning is formative and occurs during instruction. Assessment of learning is summative, happening post-instruction. The speaker clarifies that 'assessment as learning' is not diagnostic but a reflective process for students to monitor their learning and identify strengths and weaknesses. Teachers are encouraged to provide syllabi to aid students in this reflective process.
π Reflective Teaching and Assessment
In the second paragraph, the speaker continues the discussion on the importance of reflective teaching and assessment practices. They stress that teachers should assess students reflectively to determine when to administer diagnostic, formative, or summative tests. This reflective approach helps teachers understand their teaching progress and that of their students. The speaker concludes by reiterating the significance of these practices, suggesting that they can lead to improved learning outcomes. The paragraph ends with a note of thanks, indicating the end of the discussion.
Mindmap
Keywords
π‘Assessment
π‘Assessment as Learning
π‘Assessment for Learning
π‘Assessment of Learning
π‘Formative Assessment
π‘Summative Assessment
π‘Diagnostic Assessment
π‘Self-Evaluation
π‘Mnemonic
π‘Prerequisite Knowledge
π‘Reflective Practice
Highlights
The importance of understanding the purpose of assessment before discussing its types.
Interrelation between the purpose of assessment and its types.
Three main types of assessment: assessment as learning, for learning, and of learning.
Mnemonic for types of assessment: AFO (Assessment For, Of).
Assessment as learning is likened to assessment before instruction.
Assessment for learning occurs during instruction and is formative.
Assessment of learning is given after instruction and is summative.
Assessment as learning is not always before instruction and is not diagnostic.
Assessment as learning involves personal and reflective forms of assessment.
Students should monitor their own learning experience and identify strengths and weaknesses.
Teachers provide syllabus and topics beforehand for self-evaluation.
Assessment for learning involves self-evaluation of previous lessons.
Assessment of learning leads to higher evaluation based on practice.
Teachers must also practice assessment as learning for reflective teaching.
Reflective assessment helps in knowing when to give diagnostic and formative tests.
Assessment as learning is crucial for both students' and teachers' progress.
The necessity of understanding the types of assessment for effective learning and teaching.
Transcripts
okay so today we are
going to discuss now the types of
assessment
if assessment has purpose we have to
pair it with the types of assessment
um it will be easier for you to
understand the types of assessment if
you have
watched the video about the purposes of
assessment so i am requiring everybody
who will be watching this
uh video to first watch the video here
at central about the purpose of
assessment because these uh two topics
are interrelated
so there are three types of assessment
we call them assessment as learning
assessment for learning
and assessment of learning so if you are
for you to easily understand it look
carefully
with uh the a f and o
arrange alphabetical first so that it
will be easy for you to understand
okay now i am going to
mark this with mnemonic so that it will
be
easier for you to understand mark
asked as before
mark 4 as during
and mark of pass after
these are assessment as learnings
likened as
assessment before instruction
while assessment for learning is
assessment during instruction
an assessment of learning is
after instruction so technically
speaking
since assessment for learning is during
instruction this is formative
assessment while assessment for learning
of learning rather of learning
the subject assessment of learning is
not called assessment as learning
assessment for learning but it is called
assessment of learning
because all the topics here are dealing
with summative assessment
so meaning assessment of learning which
is given after instruction is
summative um
assessment or summative evaluation but
let me clarify
that with regards to assessment as
learning which
is said to be before it's not all the
time before and we don't
technically liken it as diagnostic
assessment initiative
diagnostic assessment in the final
assessment as learning
assessment as learning it's a personal
assessment of every student it's a
reflective form of assessment
that the student has the ability to
monitor their own learning experience
and know their own standing so that
they could
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who will be reflecting about his own
learning experience and
experience should know first his
own weaknesses
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the reason why our teachers are giving
syllabus
topics beforehand so that the students
could
evaluate the lesson and could reflect in
their own learning progress
so that if there are prerequisite
knowledge which they do not know about
the lesson to come
they may ask the teacher union
assessment as learning
okay it's a self evaluation of
every student who
uh will have taught you during the
previous lessons
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your own reflective evaluation about
your own learning experiences
where you stand um whether the
knowledge that you still do not know
right which you are required to the
lesson what are your strengths what are
your potential
because assessment of learning
will result will result to higher
evaluation if students are really
practicing assessment as
well of course teachers have to also
practice assessment as
learning
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learning progress and teaching progress
and
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they should assess reflectively so that
they will be able to know when to give
diagnostic tests when to give formative
tests and when to give
somebody
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so
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and can become after also okay
okay but still we ran with her here
this as the first one because
okay so thank you very much i hope you
understand our
thank you
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