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| Alternative Assessment | 1 |
| Grading | 1 |
| Holistic Evaluation | 1 |
| Informal Assessment | 1 |
| Portfolio Assessment | 1 |
| Secondary Education | 1 |
| Student Evaluation | 1 |
| Testing | 1 |
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| Clearing House | 1 |
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| Travis, Jon E. | 1 |
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Peer reviewedTravis, Jon E. – Clearing House, 1996
Outlines critical weaknesses of many assessment procedures. Argues that, to be meaningful, the act of assessment must in some way enhance the learning process. Discusses establishing purpose for assessment and selecting criteria. Outlines alternative assessment techniques. (SR)
Descriptors: Alternative Assessment, Grading, Holistic Evaluation, Informal Assessment
