machine scoring

[məˈʃiːn ˈskɔːrɪŋ]
noun
pontuação automática
1. The automated evaluation and assignment of points or grades to responses, typically in standardized testing or assessment systems using computer algorithms or optical scanning technology
Machine scoring of multiple-choice exams can process thousands of tests in minutes.
A pontuação automática de provas de múltipla escolha pode processar milhares de testes em minutos.
2. In sports, the use of electronic systems to record and calculate scores during competitions
The bowling alley uses machine scoring to keep track of all participants' points in real time.
A pista de boliche usa pontuação automática para acompanhar os pontos de todos os participantes em tempo real.
3. Automated assessment of written or constructed responses using artificial intelligence and natural language processing
Machine scoring of essays has become more sophisticated with advances in AI technology.
A pontuação automática de redações tornou-se mais sofisticada com avanços na tecnologia de IA.
Machine scoring has become increasingly prevalent in Brazil's educational system, particularly in major standardized tests like ENEM (Exame Nacional do Ensino Médio). In the United States, machine scoring is standard for standardized tests like the SAT and ACT. The technology raises ongoing debates about fairness and bias in automated assessment across both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
automated scoringcomputer-based scoringoptical scanningelectronic scoringautomated assessment
Antonyms / Antônimos
manual scoringhuman scoringhand scoring

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pontuação automática
Most common term used in educational and testing contexts
São Paulo
pontuação automática / correção automática
Both terms are used, with 'correção automática' more common in academic contexts
Rio de Janeiro
pontuação automática / avaliação automática
Alternative usage with 'avaliação automática' in educational technology discussions
Portugal
cotação automática / avaliação automática
Portuguese usage tends to favor 'cotação automática' in testing contexts

Related Words

standardized testingassessmentoptical mark recognitionautomated gradingtest administrationscoring algorithm

Related Idioms & Phrases

machine-readable format
automated assessment system
high-stakes testing with machine scoring
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