Discussion: Performance Assessment in Online Learning

Performance-based assessments are intended to evaluate the learner's application of knowledge and skills in a realistic scenario.  The purpose is to ensure authenticity in measuring the learner's comprehension and competency to perform the task proficiently.

Begin by reviewing this week's Learning Resource information related to strategies for implementing performance-based online learning assessments.  Next, share your experience and perspective on the following questions.

 ·         Based on the information in the Learning Resources, what strategies are most effective for facilitating performance-based assessments online?

 ·         What recommendations can you offer on best practices for implementing authentic performance assessment tasks?

 By Day 3

Post your thoughts on best practices for implementation strategies in the online group discussion forum, citing the reference resources.

 By Day 7

Read and respond to at least two of your peer student's postings in the forum.  Your comment should:

·         Contribute to the ideas shared by your peer
·         Ask open-ended questions for clarification
·        Offer your insight or experience

Rubric

See the attached rubric for the grading criteria.

Reading Resource

Osborn, L., Neill, J. Performance Assessment in Online Learning.  19^th Annual Conference on Distance Teaching and Learning.  Retrieved 4/22/22 from www.uwex.ed/disted/conference/