Abstract: In this article, the author clarifies formative learning and assessment for persons who are seeking additional ideas for courses, degree programs, or personal career goals. This scholarly review uses published literature to clarify differences between formative and summative assessment and to outline developmental issues that guide constructivist learning principles. The author provides illustrative teaching examples to demonstrate how to integrate formative learning and assessment into classroom and clinic educational practices. She concludes by advocating formative learning and assessment as a societally necessary educational step for the preparation of career-minded professionals.
Publication Year: 2006
Publication Date: 2006-12-01
Language: en
Type: article
Indexed In: ['crossref']
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