Document Type

Article

Department/Program

Education

Publication Date

8-2013

Journal

Innovative Higher Education

Volume

38

Issue

4

First Page

253

Last Page

265

Abstract

Calls for accountability focus attention on assessment of student learning. Authentic assessment involves evaluating student learning as students perform real world tasks. We present a four-stage conceptual framework for authentic assessment. We argue first that evaluation is a process rather than a static one-time event. Second, authentic assessment involves evaluating experiential learning. Third, multiple evaluators assess student work, including self-assessment or review by a public audience. Finally, authentic assessments offer more learner choice. Wikis, as user-friendly web spaces that support easy web authoring for individuals or for collaborative groups, provide a platform for both student learning and authentic assessment.

DOI

10.1007/s10755-012-9239-7

Keywords

assessment; student learning; technology and teaching

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