Summative Assessments
Summative assessments allow students a chance to see how well they learned the material at the end of a lesson, course, etc. This can be sort of a wake-up call for students if they are not doing well. It can provide a look into areas where improvement is needed.
It is important to ensure the material is thoroughly covered to give students a fair chance at performing well. It is also important to provide students with feedback.
Don,
Great point. Yes, one tool should support the other. They are not mutually exclusive!
Dr. Kelly Wilkinson
A summative Assessment would reflect the progress that was to be gleaned from the Formative Assessment; if the FA is given in strategic intervals the the SA should show a more polished product.
Tina,
I think we have to keep them engaged with the feedback. It is more than just giving a grade, it is giving them criticism and have them act on it,
Dr. Kelly Wilkinson
I agree with your comments Jorell! I do think that ongoing feedback is a reality check that students need to stay focused on their goals.
Ms. Cressman
Jorell,
Great post, yes is should be a wake up call for both the student and the instructor.
Dr. Kelly Wilkinson
