Formative assessment refers to low-stakes, ongoing evaluations designed to give feedback and guide learning throughout a course. It contrasts with summative assessments, which are final evaluations of learning outcomes.
Ongoing assessments used to monitor student learning and inform instructional adjustments.
A cycle of assessment, feedback, and revision aimed at improving student understanding.
A short quiz used for learning checks, not heavily weighted in the final grade.
A student-maintained log used to reflect on learning experiences and progress.
A process where students evaluate each other’s work for formative feedback.
A brief activity at the end of a lesson that checks for student comprehension.
Digital platforms now support real-time formative feedback, adaptive quizzes, and analytics that guide personalized instruction. These tools make formative assessment a more dynamic part of teaching.