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Assessment
Assessment is the process of gathering and recording information about our students to inform our best practices in students development of knowledge, skills and understanding of visual art. Good assessment and feedback practices assist students to achieve their goals, meet chosen criteria and standards. When student and teacher engage in high quality assessment strategies, the information exchanged helps learners to grow and reach their personal learning goals.
Formative Assessment
I believe that employing formative assessment strategies within the art room can lead to better understanding, engaged and meaningful learning by young people. Formative assessment supplies critical and necessary feedback to the teacher about gaps in student learning which can be addressed quickly. It also allows students to recognise their own strengths and weaknesses, to take ownership of their own learning, to inform both student and teacher of their overall progress through the unit of learning. Using effective strategies throughout all UoL's such as observation, questioning, peer review, self assessment and feedback sessions at every stage of the project can assist in student learning, but provide a space for students to take risks and push their learning without worrying about final marks. This opportunity allows students to become more motivated and active learners.
Summative Assessment
While formative assessment supports the learner on their journey through units of learning, summative assessment marks the end of a project, showing students knowledge and learning of the the unit of learning. This can be seen in a variety of ways from final works of art, sketchbooks and reflective practices. I believe summative assessment can be made more accessible and collaborative for students. Taking away the unknown and anxiety around end of project final marking through co-creating success criteria and working with students to understand rubrics. Giving meaningful feedback and having individual discussions with students can lead to a better understanding of what is being asked of them. Also, going forward in future studies, students understand and apply the skills and knowledge needed to empower their learning and successfully engage with summative assessment.
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