FA-SA: Formative Assessment and Summative Assessment

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain their understanding of the term ”assessment” in teaching and learning
• Describe the differences between formative and summative assessments and its purposes
• Review their own approaches to assessment and analyse its effectiveness
• Integrate the concept of Assessment for Learning (AfL) in their own practice

This course focuses on the development of basic knowledge and understanding in the key aspects of assessments in teaching and learning.

This course caters to:

• New teachers who are seeking to gain knowledge and skills to develop their practice
• Experienced teachers who are seeking to enhance their quality of teaching and learning

• Understanding Assessment in Teaching & Learning
• Types of Assessments (Formative vs. Summative)
• Basic Principles of Assessments
• Formative and Summative Assessment Methods
• Considerations for the Selection of Assessment Methods
• Assessment for Learning (AfL)
• AfL in Practice

• Lecture
• Group discussions and activities