Self-assessment
Pupils judging their own work against success criteria.
- Used in
- All four UK nations (details may differ), United States
- Topic
- Assessment
Being checked against official sources. This definition is written in our own words; always check the official guidance for your country.
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Related terms
- Peer assessment All four UK nations (details may differ) United States
- Pupils assessing each other's work against success criteria.
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