Approaches to Assessment

Example Questionnaires and Forms

• Psychology Alumni Survey
• Economics Alumni Survey
• Anthropology Exit Survey
• Computer Sciences Alumni Survey

Assessment Vocabulary

• Authentic Assessment vs. Contrived Assessment
• Formative Assessment vs. Summative Assessment
• Criterion-referenced vs. Norm-referenced
• Value-added vs. Absolute Standards
• Standardized tests vs. Classroom tests

Assessment Methods

• Testing
• Portfolios
• Focus Groups
• Exit Interviews
• Performances
• Senior Seminar Analysis
• Alumni Surveys

Examples by Schools

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