päättöarviointiä

Päättöarviointiä refers to the Finnish term for summative assessment. It is a type of evaluation conducted at the end of an instructional period, such as a unit, course, or academic year. The primary purpose of päättöarviointiä is to measure the extent to which students have achieved the learning objectives and acquired the intended knowledge and skills.

This form of assessment typically carries significant weight in determining a student's final grade or qualification. It serves to summarize student learning and provide a comprehensive overview of their performance. Unlike formative assessment, which is ongoing and used to guide instruction and provide feedback for improvement during the learning process, päättöarviointiä is a final judgment.

Common examples of päättöarviointiä in the Finnish education system include final exams, standardized tests at the end of certain educational stages, and thesis defenses. The results of päättöarviointiä can be used for various purposes, including student progression to the next level of education, certification, and accountability for educational institutions. The design of päättöarviointiä aims to be fair, reliable, and valid in reflecting student attainment.