Topic > The Importance of Formative Assessment in Education

Guler (2013, p. 128) examined the assessment of English language learners and found that standardized tests are not the most effective way to evaluate progress. One of my English language learners has difficulty with the writing portion of standardized tests. In this case, I designed a performance assessment that evaluates progress by verbally asking questions and allowing the student to respond in both languages ​​to demonstrate understanding. By replacing the standardized test with a performance assessment, I can form a more accurate picture of what skills the student has acquired and what skills they may require additional