ERIC ED414507: The Summary Paper: An Effective pdf

ERIC ED414507: The Summary Paper: An Effective

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A “summary paper” can be defined as self-reported, written documentation of learning from a class or module. A clearly defined and well-written summary paper is an effective instrument for assessing the learning of adult students in higher education. Properly implemented, the summary paper accomplishes the following: addressing the particular learning principles related to adult learning; providing a valid criterion-referenced measurement; addressing assessment of higher order learning from Bloom’s taxonomies; being sensitive to various learning styles; and allowing for the application of varied life experiences and intelligences. However, a summary paper is probably not the best method for testing. An individualized assessment that matches learning styles, intelligences, and life experiences to the subject matter would be ideal. Given pressures of time and documentation needs, however, a summary paper can be the most efficient and effective instrument for assessing learning outcomes in adult learners. (Contains 10 references.) (Author/KC

• Creator/s: ERIC
• Date: 1997-11
• Year: 1997
• Book Topics/Themes: ERIC Archive, Adult Education, Adult Students, Cognitive Style, College Students, Evaluation Methods, Higher Education, Outcomes of Education, Self Evaluation (Individuals), Student Evaluation, Summative Evaluation, Nemecek, John

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