Formative Assessment in Complex Problem-Solving Domains: The Emerging Role of Assessment Technologies

• Published in: Educational Technology ＆ Society Vol. 20; no. 4; pp. 312 - 317
• Main Authors: Bhagat, Kaushal Kumar, Spector, J. Michael
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Palmerston North International Forum of Educational Technology ＆ Society 01.10.2017; National Sun Yat-Sen University; International Forum of Educational Technology & Society
• Subjects: Analysis; Assessments; Blended Learning; Computational linguistics; Computer Assisted Testing; Computer Software Reviews; Critical Thinking; Discrimination Learning; Educational activities; Educational environment; Educational Technology; Educational Trends; Environmental technology; Feedback; Feedback (Response); Formative assessment; Formative Evaluation; Language processing; Learning; Learning Experience; Learning experiences; Learning motivation; Meta Analysis; Natural language interfaces; Problem Solving; Self-regulated learning; Special Issue Articles; Task complexity; Technology; Technology assessment; Technology Uses in Education; Technology utilization; Thinking Skills; Formative assessment; Complex learning; Intellectual skills; Dynamic feedback; Cognitive strategies; Self-regulation

Much of the focus on learning technologies has been on structuring innovative learning experiences and on managing distance and hybrid learning environments. This article focuses on the use of technology as an important formative assessment and feedback tool. The rationale for this focus is based on...