Assessment with Technology

Both formative and summative assessments play an important role in planning and developing learning experiences to meet learning expectations. Technology can enhance the assessment process by providing options that make the collection and analysis of data more efficient and feedback more meaningful. This module briefly examines the various purposes for both formative and summative assessments, and then elaborates on how technology might be integrated into assessment practices. Estimated time to complete: 30-45 minutes.

This module is related to NEE Indicator 4.2b

At the end of this module, participants will be able to:

1. Clarify the purpose and goals for formative and summative assessments

2. Determine how technology might be used for formative and summative assessments

3. Consider the value of integrating technology for various assessments while determining where technology might best be used as an assessment instrument

4. Select technology tools that might be used effectively for assessment

Review the activities below.

	1. What Is the Role of Assessment in Learning?
	2. How Can Teachers Begin Using Technology for Assessment?
	3. What Tools Can Be Used for Assessment?

Assessment For Learning Defined. Stiggins, R. (2005).