Education
Informal Assessment
An informal assessment is a non-standardized method of evaluating a student‘s skills, knowledge, or performance. Unlike formal assessments, which follow strict protocols and scoring systems, informal assessments are more flexible and can be tailored to specific learning situations. Teachers often use informal assessments to gather ongoing information about student progress and adjust their instruction accordingly.
Key characteristics of informal assessments include:
- Continuous and integrated into daily classroom activities
- Less structured and more spontaneous
- Provides immediate feedback to both teachers and students
- Can include observations, discussions, projects, and performance tasks
Examples of informal assessments:
- Anecdotal records
- Checklists
- Student portfolios
- Exit tickets
- Think-pair-share activities