Why+Assessment+2.0?

= Why does education need Assessment 2.0? =
 * The students of today are [|Digital Natives]. They think and learn differently.


 * The Digital Natives:
 * prefer active learning rather than [[image:eye_google_400.jpg align="right"]]passive receipt of knowledge
 * desire authentic learning experiences rather than contrived tasks
 * would rather construct their own knowledge rather than receive instruction
 * are task (not process) oriented
 * are inclined to search, not memorize
 * utilize social networks
 * prefer to Google rather than go to the library
 * collaborate, not compete
 * depend upon "just in time learning"


 * Different modes of learning call for different modes of assessment. Web 2.0 technologies offer opportunities for authentic and social assessment.
 * The use of Web 2.0 tools in instruction and assessment increases student engagement in class and creates a learning atmosphere where students are excited about learning.

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