Expanding The Assessment Portfolio

While there is a clear need to expand assessment beyond traditional testing, there is also a need to understand and implement alternatives. Here is excellent documentation on portfolio based... See More

While there is a clear need to expand assessment beyond traditional testing, there is also a need to understand and implement alternatives. Here is excellent documentation on portfolio based assessment. The inclusion of rubrics is very helpful as is the author's reflection of the study. I am ready to give this a try. Thanks

Alternative Assessment

Portfolio based classes imbed assessment into the instructional design of a class. Both students and instructors can track deepening understanding. The challenge comes in creating effective ... See More

Portfolio based classes imbed assessment into the instructional design of a class. Both students and instructors can track deepening understanding. The challenge comes in creating effective rubrics and reliable scoring. The authors provide numerous examples of both to get your started on your own portfolio based instructional adventure.