Question

Which of the following is a primary key purpose of assessment ?

• A. To solely assign final grades
• B. To identify learners' current performance and aid learning
• C. To compare students nationally for ranking
• D. To exclusively test memorization skills

Answer 1

Answer:

B. To identify learners' current performance and aid learning

Key Purpose Of Assessment

• To identify learners’ current performance 

• To aid learning 

• For review, transfer and certification

• To check on the overall efficacy of the teaching/learning program 

• To determine any particular learners’ stage of development 

• To gain information about learners’ specific instructional needs 

• To identify any concepts or procedures which may need to be re-taught or reviewed

• To motivate and direct learning

• To provide feedback to learners on their performance