Ontario Mathematics Proficiency Practice Test

Which of the following best describes “Assessment FOR Learning”?

1. It fosters collaboration among students

2. It helps students demonstrate their knowledge

3. It determines future learning paths based on current understanding

4. It is exclusively summative in nature

The correct answer is: It determines future learning paths based on current understanding

“Assessment FOR Learning” focuses on utilizing assessment as a tool to inform and enhance the learning process. The primary goal is to gather information about students’ current understanding and skills to guide instruction and tailor future learning paths. By assessing what students know and what they need to work on, educators can make informed decisions about how to structure future lessons and support individual learning needs effectively. This concept contrasts with summative assessments, which typically evaluate students' learning at the end of an instructional unit. While fostering collaboration among students and helping them demonstrate their knowledge are valuable aspects of education, they do not capture the essence of using assessment as a formative tool to influence and improve learning trajectories.