tentti

Tentti, in Finnish education, is a formal examination used to evaluate a student's knowledge and skills in a course or program. It is a controlled assessment and can take different forms. Most common formats are written exams, which may include short answers, essays, or multiple-choice questions; oral examinations; and practical or laboratory tests. Some tentti assessments are taken as take-home tasks or as online exams.

Tentti is typically scheduled as part of course assessment, often at the end of a term or module, but it can also occur as a midterm. Administration is usually supervised to prevent cheating and to ensure standard conditions; logistics may differ between institutions and between high schools, universities, and universities of applied sciences. In modern settings, some tentti can be conducted remotely, especially online or hybrid courses.

Grading of a tentti follows a course-specific rubric or marking scheme. Grades may be numeric on a scale (for example, common Finnish university scales) or use pass/fail criteria, depending on the institution and course. The tentti contributes to the final course grade and, in many cases, to progression in a program.

Accessibility and accommodations are provided for students with special needs, including extra time, alternative formats, or modified tasks. Preparation typically involves reviewing the course syllabus, studying lecture materials, practicing with past examination questions, and developing test-taking strategies.

Origin and usage: The term tentti is widely used in Finland to denote formal examinations in educational contexts, from upper secondary schools to higher education. It is synonymous with a course examination or test in many other languages, though its use and formats may vary by country.