FIVE PRINCIPLES OF ASSESSMENT: PRACTICALITY, RELIABILITY, VALIDITY, WASHBACK, AND AUTHENTICITY

Аннотация

Assessment is a crucial aspect of the educational process, influencing both teaching and learning. This article examines five fundamental principles of assessment: Practicality, Reliability, Validity, Washback, and Authenticity. These principles ensure that assessments are effective, fair, and beneficial for both students and educators. Integrating these principles can enhance the overall educational experience, promoting meaningful and lasting learning outcomes. KEYWORDS Assessment, practicality, reliability, validity, washback, authenticity, evaluations, test, supervision, skills, a face-to-face interview, student factors, assessment factors, administration factors.