Tag: Criterion-referenced assessments

  • 10 Benefits of Using Criterion-Referenced Assessments in Education

    10 Benefits of Using Criterion-Referenced Assessments in Education

    Criterion-referenced assessments are an essential component of modern education. Unlike norm-referenced assessments, which compare the performance of students to their peers, criterion-referenced assessments measure a student’s proficiency against predetermined standards or criteria. In this article, we will discuss the top 10 benefits of using criterion-referenced assessments in education. 1. Clear Learning Objectives: Criterion-referenced assessments help…

  • Why Criterion-Referenced Assessments (CRA) are Gaining Popularity in Alternative Education

    Why Criterion-Referenced Assessments (CRA) are Gaining Popularity in Alternative Education

    Criterion-referenced assessments (CRA) are a type of assessment that measures the extent to which students have mastered specific learning objectives. Unlike norm-referenced assessments, which compare students’ performance to that of their peers, CRA focuses on whether or not a student has achieved mastery of specific content or skills. One reason why CRA is gaining popularity…