Väljapääsuküsimusi

Väljapääsuküsimusi (exit questions) are short formative assessment tasks appended to the end of a lesson or study unit to check students' understanding of the intended learning outcomes. They are designed to be quick to answer and to provide immediate feedback to both students and teachers.

They are typically brief, taking only a few minutes to complete, and can be used to gauge whether key concepts have been grasped, clarify misconceptions, and guide the planning of subsequent instruction. Common formats include multiple-choice, short answer, or brief open-ended prompts asking students to summarize a concept, state a main finding, or explain how a procedure works.

Implementation usually involves the teacher collecting responses at the end of a class and analyzing them to identify gaps in understanding. Results can influence the next lesson, remediation, or extension activities. Väljapääsuküsimusi can be administered on paper or through digital tools, and may be anonymous or linked to individual students depending on the instructional goals.

Benefits of using väljapääsuküsimusi include quick insight into class understanding, encouragement of student reflection, and data that supports targeted differentiation. Potential drawbacks are the risk of superficial answers if prompts are poorly designed and the time required for teachers to review and interpret responses, especially in larger groups.

As a form of formative assessment, väljapääsuküsimusi aim to monitor progress and inform teaching practice, distinguishing them from more extensive summative assessments conducted at unit or course endpoints.