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XI. Alternative Assessment Alternative assessment has evolved from recent educational reforms which emphasize performance in authentic learning contexts and greater learner autonomy. A key part of alternative assessment is that the student in actively involved in documenting progress towards language development.
Self-assessment
Self-assessment plays a central role in student monitoring of progress in a language program. It refers to the student's evaluation of his or her own performance at various points in a course. An advantage of self-assessment is that student awareness of outcomes and progress is enhanced.Portfolio Assessment
Portfolios are collections assembled by both teacher and student of representative samples of on-going work over a period of time. The best portfolios are more than a scrapbook; they contain a variety of work in various stages and utilize multiple media.
Student-designed Tests
A novel approach within alternative assessment is to have students write tests on course material. This process results in greater learner awareness of course content, test formats, and test strategies. Student-designed tests are good practice and review activities that encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning.
Learner-centered Assessment
Learner-centered assessment advocates using input from learners in many areas of testing. For example, students can select the themes, formats and marking schemes to be used. Involving learners in aspects of classroom testing results in reduced test anxiety and greater student motivation.
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