This type of evaluation demands that students provide answers to real-life situations using critical thinking. Authentic assessment emphasizes problem-solving by integrating content students have studied. Oral presentations are an example of this type of assessment. Other activities related to authentic assessment include role-playing, debating, journal writing, or portfolios. Portfolios document the history and process of learning; they are generally used as springboards for feedback.

Essay and oral tests are best for testing high-level knowledge and conceptual relationships. Think about what knowledge you need to test, and design an assessment that best fits your curriculum and your pupils. If you need more ideas, check out our other articles on what classroom assessment has the potential to be.