What is one way to measure the effectiveness of an assessment?

Evaluating whether an assessment aligns with learning objectives is a fundamental aspect of measuring its effectiveness. This alignment ensures that the assessment truly reflects the knowledge and skills that students are expected to demonstrate based on the curriculum. When assessments are directly linked to specific learning objectives, they become more meaningful as tools for measuring student understanding and mastery of the content.

If an assessment is aligned with learning objectives, educators can confidently analyze whether students have acquired the necessary skills and knowledge. This alignment also enhances the reliability and validity of the assessment results, making it possible to identify areas where students may need further support or instruction.

Choosing an assessment solely based on the number of questions, comparing it to assessments from other schools, or conducting blind grading does not inherently measure the effectiveness of the assessment. These aspects may contribute to the assessment process but do not directly address whether the assessment accurately measures students’ understanding of the intended learning outcomes.