What are Formative and Summative Assessments?
Formative Assessments:
- A formative assessment is an assessment that develops learning through the provision of feedback during the learning period
- It is used to improve learning and to give feedback to students on progress made
- Is a graded assessment that is included in your Cumulative Assessment Mark (CASS) and:
- Contributes to the final mark for your module
Summative Assessments:
- A summative assessment is an assessment that measures learning against intended outcomes at the end of the learning period
- It is a formalised assessment that is used to certify the attainment of a certain level of education.
Below are the types of formative and summative assessments that may be used for your modules:
