There is a substantial amount of writing done In Mr. Johnson's 10th grade English class. He is thorough in his instruction of the writing process and all his students maintain portfolios. At the end of the year he asks his students to review the portfolio pieces of two other students. He assigns groups of three based on writing groups established throughout the year. This type of assessment would be which of the following?
A)Authentic Assessment
B)Peer Assessment
C)Peer Conference
D)Norm-based Assessment

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Peer Assessment. This would be an example of a peer assessment. It can have many purposes. Students can see how others of their age are writing and presenting ideas. They also may gain motivation from reading the works of others. Additionally, students may be more careful or thoughtful if they know their peers will review their work. Of course, with any mode of peer assessment there are limitations, generally social in nature.

There Is a Substantial Amount of Writing Done in Mr