DEVELOPING AUTHENTIC CLASSROOM ASSESSMENTS
FRAMEWORK FOR AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENT
Authentic assessment stands as a progressive educational framework that
diverges from traditional testing paradigms. It delves into a multifaceted approach,
emphasizing the application of knowledge and skills in real-world contexts. This shift
aims to move beyond rote memorization and towards a more comprehensive evaluation
of a learner's capabilities.
Key Components
1. Real World Tasks
Authentic assessment uses real-world tasks for practical learning beyond
the classroom.
2. Performance Criteria
Clear criteria form the foundation, aligning assessments with learning
outcomes.
3. Reflection
Fosters metacognition and self-awareness in the learning process.
4. Collaboration
Collaboration is emphasized, assessing individual contributions and
teamwork dynamics.
5. Feedback Mechanism
Robust feedback guides improvement and promotes ongoing
development.
6. Technology Integration
It enhances assessment effectiveness in a digital landscape.
7. Diverse Assessment Methods
Diverse methods, like presentations, accommodate varied learning styles.
Advantages
1. Holistic Understanding
Authentic assessment offers a holistic view, evaluating critical thinking and
practical skills for a fine understanding.
2. Motivation
Real-world relevance enhances motivation, fostering intrinsic interest and
positive engagement.
3. Preparation for life
Simulating authentic scenarios bridges the gap between academic
knowledge and real-world application.
4. Critical Thinking Development
Authentic assessment promotes critical thinking, crucial for success in
diverse fields.
5. Inclusivity
Diverse methods in the authentic framework promote equitable and
inclusive evaluation
6. Enhance Communication Skills
Collaborative components enhance communication skills and teamwork.
7. Real Time Adaptability
Authentic assessments prepare students for real-time adaptability in a
dynamic world.
Challenges
1. Standardization Complexity
Consistent evaluation needs clear rubrics.
2. Training for educator
Additional training is needed for effective evaluation.
3. Time Constraints
Balancing curriculum with exploration poses challenges.
4. Resource Availability
Varying technology access may affect assessment uniformity.
5. Assessment Validity
Ensuring the validity of assessments requires careful consideration.
6. Subject Variability
Adapting across subjects needs creative thinking.
7. Assessment Overemphasis
Too much focus may overshadow fostering a supportive learning
environment.
AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENT DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
STEP 1: Identify the standards
STEP 2: Select an authentic task
STEP 3: Identify the criteria for the task
STEP 4: Create the rubric
STEP 1: Identify the standards
Standards, like goals, are statements of what students should know and be able to do.
However, standards are typically narrower in scope and more amenable to assessment
than goals.
STEP 2: Select an authentic task
Find a way students can demonstrate that they are fully capable of meeting the
standard. The language of a well- written standard can spell out what a task should ask
students to do to demonstrate their mastery of it.
STEP 3: Identify the criteria for the task
Ask “what does good performance on this task look like” or “how will I know they have
done a good job on this task?
CRITERIA- indicators of good performance on a task
CHARACTERISTICS OF A GOOD CRITERION
Clearly stated
Brief
Observable
Statement of behavior
Written in a language students understand
STEP 4: Create the rubric
Once you have identified the criteria you want to look for as indicators of good
performance, next, you need to decide whether to consider the criteria analytically or
holistically.
HOLISTIC RUBRIC
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rubrics/
A holistic rubric consists of a single scale with all criteria to be included in the evaluation
being considered together (e.g., clarity, organization, and mechanics). With a holistic
rubric the rater assigns a single score (usually on a 1 to 4 or 1 to 6 point scale) based
on an overall judgment of the student work.
ANALYTIC RUBRIC
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rubrics/
Analytic rubrics allows you to assess participants' achievements based on multiple
criteria using a single rubric. You can assign different weights (value) to different criteria
and include an overall achievement by totaling the criteria; written in a table form.
PREPARED BY:
Princess Gupit
Jay Carl Guloran
