DESIGNING 21 ST

CENTURY ASSESSMENT
Evelyn G. Cortes
WHAT IS THE 21ST
CENTURY ASSESSMENT
ALL ABOUT?
 The 21ST century skills assessment uses a
psychometrically validated blend of interactive,
performance - based questions that allow students
to authentically perform complex task in
simulated applications, and multiple choice ,
knowledge-based questions.
How do you create a 21 century
st

assessment?
You can use frameworks such as the 4Cs
 Critical Thinking - Analyzing information and situations
logically to form a reasoned judgment. It's about questioning
assumptions and considering different perspectives.
 Creativity - Thinking outside the box and producing new
ideas or approaches. It's about using imagination and seeing
things from a fresh angle.
 Collaboration - Working effectively with others to achieve a
shared goal. It involves teamwork, communication, and
valuing different strengths.
 Communication - Clearly and effectively conveying your
ideas and information to others. It includes listening,
understanding, and adapting your message to your audience.
WHY IS ASSESSMENT OF
21ST CENTURY SKILLS
IMPORTANT?
It’s never been more important to teach 21st
century skills – the cognitive, interpersonal,
and intrapersonal competencies that students
need to thrive in post secondary education
and the global workforce.
What is the importance
of characteristics of 21st
century Assessment?
This encourages students to take on active role in
their own education. It’s about learners making
educated decisions about the manner and shape of
the performance, which reflects how effectively
they’ve learnt and can apply what they’ve learned
in a range of situations.
What are the different types of assessment in the 21 st
Century?
 Structured interviews
 Situational judgement tests
 Role plays
 Group exercises
 In basket exercises
 Work samples
 Performance standards/appraisal.
21st Century Assessment Tools

 Self-assessment
 Peer assessments
 Student-teacher conferences.
 Teacher observations with feedback
and interim product analysis.
THE TWELVE (12)
CENTURY SKILLS
ARE:
1. Critical Thinking 7. Technology Literacy
2. Creativity 8. Flexibility
3. Collaboration 9. Leadership
4. Communication 10. Initiative
5. Information Literacy 11. Productivity
6. Media Literacy 12. Social Skills