4. Assessment strategies

4.2. Summative assessment strategies

This type of assessment is conducted at the end of a learning unit or subject/ module to evaluate overall student performance. Examples of strategies:

  • Exams: A traditional method that tests students’ knowledge on a wide range of topics covered during the subject or module.
  • Final projects: Projects or presentations at the end of a unit or subject, module that showcase students’ understanding of a topic.
  • Term papers: A written assignment requiring students to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge on a subject.
  • Portfolios: A collection of students’ overtime work, which can include drafts, revisions, and final products, allowing for assessment of both the final outcome and the learning process.