a.     Used for finding out.

          i.      Measure of Academic Progress

          ii.      Pre-test

          iii.      Observation

          iv.      Self-Evaluation

         v.      Interview

b.    Diagnostic assessments don’t affect grades. They’re just a way to see what someone already knows before starting a new lesson or unit. They help you figure out a student’s strengths and areas where they might need more help. Teachers use these results to adjust lessons so they’re not reteaching things you already understand. If the assessment shows you’re missing important background knowledge, like certain vocabulary, teachers can review it with you before moving on to new material.

a.     Used for keeping track.

            i.      In-class activities

            ii.      Practice work

            iii.      Reflective journals

            iv.      Question and answer

            v.      Peer-evaluation

            vi.      Teacher feedback

b.    When creating a lesson plan, teachers include formative assessments to check understanding at different points, like after a class, an activity, or a part of a unit. These assessments help teachers see how students are doing overall and individually. If most students are struggling with a concept, the teacher might teach it differently. If one student is falling behind, they can get extra help.

a.     Used for making sure.

        i.      Unit test

        ii.      Final/midterm

        iii.      Product/exhibit

        iv.      Portfolio

         .      Performance

b.    Summative assessments evaluate if students have met the learning goals of a unit. To be effective, align them with objectives and use various formats to support all learners, such as discussions for students with test anxiety. While often graded, summative assessments focus on growth. Encourage students to review mistakes, find correct answers, and retake assessments to improve, emphasizing that learning is about progress, not just grades.