IPSTATIVE ASSESMENT

Ipsative Assessment – Mind Map

Ipsative
Assessment
(Self vs Self)

Meaning

• Compares present performance
• With past performance
• Focus on individual growth

Key Features

• No peer comparison
• Learner-centered
• Progress-oriented

Examples

• Marks improve from 55 → 68
• Skill improvement over time
• Portfolio progress

Advantages

• Boosts motivation
• Builds confidence
• Reduces stress

Limitations

• No ranking possible
• Not suitable for certification
• Difficult for comparison

Areas of Use

• Formative assessment
• CCE
• Inclusive education

Comparison

• Ipsative – Self vs Self
• Norm – Self vs Others
• Criterion – Self vs Standard

Authentic Assessment

Definition

• Real-world tasks
• Practical evaluation

Characteristics

• Real-life situations
• Performance-based
• Integrates skills & values
• Process & formative
• Uses rubrics

Examples

• Projects & Portfolios
• Fieldwork
• Role Plays
• Experiments
• Case Studies
• Presentations

Tools

• Rubrics
• Checklists
• Observation
• Rating Scales
• Anecdotal Records

Advantages

• Critical thinking
• Life skills
• Reduces exam fear
• Learner-centered

Limitations

• Time-consuming
• Scoring bias
• Needs planning
• Difficult in large classes

NEP 2020 Alignment

• Competency-based
• Continuous assessment
• Holistic learning