Assessment using ICT

Assessment is an important driver in education and if not well managed, can become a barrier to innovation. Once ICTs are embedded in learning and teaching processes, learners will want to be assured that assessment tests the level of acquisition of skills and competencies acquired through e-learning.
e- Learning will require teachers and learners to reflect upon and improve their approaches and strategies to teaching and learning. The use of e-learning in the assessment has the potential to enhance the quality and value of assessment.
Data analysis techniques can assist teachers to track learners’ achievement and review teaching strategies according to the insights gained.
Teachers will be able to give learners immediate feedback o progress and able to identify area of weakness. The use of ICTs in assessment has the potential to increase the efficiency and streamline and safeguard data transfer processes.
In adult education and training, online assessment has the potential to increase participation by overcoming barriers such as location, time and cost.