Refers to "Formative Assessment, it more focuses on intentions rather than actions. The outcome of these assessments is used to guide teachers' instruction and help students to meet the learning goals.
Examples Self-reflection, evaluate students' work by rubrics that break down into specific areas and skills.
Benefits of the (AFL) and Why
-Reflect a view of learning, not just get a good mark but to learn better.
-Include a clear goal that is introduced to or set by the students.
-Can provide effective feedback on specific skills or areas that lead to improvement
-Encourage self/peer assessment
-Bring the community into the learning, e.g. parents, school, and teachers
