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continuous assessment

[/kənˈtɪnjuəs əˈsɛsmənt/]
nounpl: continuous assessments
avaliação contínua
1. An educational evaluation method where student progress is monitored and assessed throughout a course or academic period, rather than relying solely on final exams
The teacher implemented continuous assessment through quizzes, projects, and participation to track student progress.
A professora implementou avaliação contínua através de testes, projetos e participação para acompanhar o progresso dos alunos.
2. Ongoing evaluation of performance in professional or organizational contexts
The company uses continuous assessment to monitor employee development and identify training needs.
A empresa usa avaliação contínua para monitorar o desenvolvimento dos funcionários e identificar necessidades de treinamento.
Synonyms
ongoing assessmentformative assessmentcontinuous evaluationprogressive assessment
Antonyms
summative assessmentfinal examinationsingle-exam evaluation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
avaliação contínua
Most common term used in Brazilian educational contexts
Rio de Janeiro
avaliação contínua
Standard usage in Rio schools and universities
São Paulo
avaliação contínua
Widely used in São Paulo educational system
Portugal
avaliação contínua
Official term used in Portuguese education system; regulated by educational laws

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep tabs on progress
track student development
monitor performance over time
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