When should quantitative and qualitative assessments be used? by https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w en-us 2021-04-14 12:13:26 UTC 2021-05-08 16:06:05 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505154785 I like the point that each type of assessment has its place in the classroom depending on what you want to assess. For example, for math you may want to use quantitative has a math problem generally has only one correct answer, where as for ELA you might want to assess using a qualitative assessment such as an easy to see what the students know about a topic.]]> 2021-05-08 15:42:55 UTC https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505154785 I think it is important to have a balance of linear quantitative assessments for subjects such as math, which was mentioned in the article. As well as to have them for other subjects too. However, I think there needs to be a balance with quantitative data as well. I have seen this first hand working in educational research. You need to be able to have an overall picture of the student and their capabilities to truly assess them as an individual. I personally prefer, even though it is more time consuming to do more quantitative type projects as I feel my students get more life long lessons out of it and I get to know them as a person too. Again, I'm a person who feels very strongly about building great and long lasting relationships. With qualitative assessments it affords endless possibilities to understanding your students, their perspectives and many times I learn new things from them this way as well. https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505155600 2021-05-08 15:43:44 UTC https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505155600 Karen https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505156930 I agree that you need to use both types of assessments based on the goal of the assessment. If you are looking for absolute answers then create a quantitative assessment. However, if you want to allow students to explain more in depth the concepts/skills, then qualitative assessments are more appropriate. Both assessments serve a purpose and will provide a better monitor of student progress in the subject area. ]]> 2021-05-08 15:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505156930 Quantitative refers to measurable focus on the number of right and wrong answers. It comes in the form of multiple choice or fill in the blank. While Qualitative assessments are more subjected and do not focus on the numbers. Essay writing would be a form of a qualitative test or assessment. tidwea https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505158252 2021-05-08 15:46:13 UTC https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505158252 MER https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505158508 Despite that science class has a tendency to use more qualitative assessment, it is important to implement qualitative assessment because it really help students develop critical thinking and all those great high level skills, ultimately, the goal of education.

]]> 2021-05-08 15:46:28 UTC https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505158508 Jennifer Jewett https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505160274 I believe a mixture of both should be used across the curriculum. Our opinion and explanatory essays are definitely qualitative, while ISMs are quantitative. At times a good qualitative question in math is used when asking the student to explain. A balance is good.]]> 2021-05-08 15:47:50 UTC https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505160274 Qualitative vs. Quantitative peltzje https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505163759 I think this article points out the importance of having a balanced approached to assessing our students.  Just like we want to use different instructional strategies, we should be using different assessment strategies that incorporate both qualitative and quantitative assessments. ]]> 2021-05-08 15:50:53 UTC https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505163759 I agree it's important to use a mixture of qualitative an quantitative assessment in class. krausema https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505166324 2021-05-08 15:53:00 UTC https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505166324 desanf https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505179303 Using both Qualitative and Quantitative assessments is a must. Quantitative assessments, although quick to grade, doesn't allow for that higher level of learning that we prefer to see. However, qualitative assessments is time consuming therefore we need a balance of both.]]> 2021-05-08 16:03:38 UTC https://padlet.com/sweenj1/ollodm70g0y21e1w/wish/1505179303