Do summative assessment and testing have a positive or negative effect on post-16 learners’ motivation for learning in the learning and skills sector? A review of the research literature on assessment in post-compulsory education in the UK

Torrance, Harry and Coultas, Julie (2004) Do summative assessment and testing have a positive or negative effect on post-16 learners’ motivation for learning in the learning and skills sector? A review of the research literature on assessment in post-compulsory education in the UK. Learning and Skills Research Centre.

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Abstract

We know a great deal about the impact of assessment on the formal school sector and pupil knowledge, understanding and motivation. We know considerably less about such impact post-16, particularly in less formal learning and accreditation situations. This research review suggests there is considerable work to be done on the impact of forms of assessment post-16.