Assessment for Learning
Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30
CORE DEFINITION
The purpose of assessment is to promote learning rather than merely to judge outcomes. Feedback: timely, specific, and actionable learning information. Scaffolding role: assessment as a learning tool. Transform assessment from summative judgment to continuous learning support, helping learners understand gaps and directions for improvement.
SCAFFOLDING EFFECT
Reduce cognitive load
Assessment as a learning tool. Transform assessment from summative judgment to continuous learning support, helping learners understand gaps and directions for improvement.
Anchor fast decisions
Evaluation should serve learning improvement rather than just grading; use assessment to promote learning—let feedback guide the next step in learning rather than being a final judgment.
MINIMUM ACTION
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- en.wikipedia.orghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Formative_assessmentverified
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