Approaches to assessment of online learning: conceptual challenges

摘要: Methods of assessment used to evaluate learning within traditional classrooms do not transfer well online environments, especially those with a social constructivist approach instruction. Furthermore, very few guidelines have been provided by researchers instructors regarding valid procedures in the milieu. This situation calls for development new forms that reflect instructional strategies and objectives found these environments. paper describes features unique instruction identifies several promising approaches may provide meaningful assessment. It is concluded designers should underestimate role