Question

The term "assessment" originated from the Latin word “assidere,” which literally means:

• A. To measure knowledge
• B. To sit beside or to assist
• C. To evaluate performance
• D. To assign grades

Answer 1

Answer:

B. To sit beside or to assist

Assessment

• The term assessment is originated from latin word “assidere” which means “to sit beside” or “to assist”.

• Assessment in education refers to the process of gathering information about student learning to improve teaching and learning.

• Assessment is defined as any systematic procedures for collecting, reviewing and using information about learners, so as to make improvement where necessary. 

• This means that assessment is the process of identifying, gathering and interpreting information about learners’ learning. 

• Assessment is an ongoing interactive process, in which the teacher and learner are involved.