Technology and Innovation in Authentic Assessment

Abstract

Assessment plays a crucial role in education by evaluating student learning and providing feedback for improvement. Traditionally, assessments have relied on standardized tests with multiple-choice or short-answer questions. However, there has been a growing push for more “authentic assessments” that mirror real-world tasks and problems. Authentic assessments aim to evaluate higher-order thinking skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration. Remote assessment is another opportunity to develop such critical skills of learning in our students as building trust and autonomy.