
See below image for the Formative learning and assessment diagram. It evaluates the learning process and the learner’s progress at the same time. A formative assessment is collaborative as it measures the student’s progress and the effectiveness of the teaching method. Formative assessments are interwoven with the ongoing teaching and learning process. It is a fluid method of evaluation.
Human-centered formative assessment drives long-term, holistic success for students. Because there is still confusion around formative assessment, let’s explore what it is and why it should be a part of our responsive teaching and learning cycles.
As my colleague Chase Nordengren noted in “The power of formative assessment when the only constant is change,” “ ormative assessment is for educators looking to unlock in-depth information on student learning.