paper-based assessment
[/ˈpeɪpər beɪst əˈsɛsmənt/]
nounpl: paper-based assessments
avaliação em papel
1. A method of evaluating student knowledge, skills, or performance using physical written tests, exams, or worksheets on paper rather than digital platforms
The school switched from computer-based testing to paper-based assessment to reduce technology costs.
A escola mudou dos testes baseados em computador para avaliação em papel para reduzir custos de tecnologia.
2. Traditional evaluation methods that rely on printed materials such as multiple-choice tests, essays, or written assignments
Paper-based assessments have been the standard in education for centuries.
As avaliações em papel têm sido o padrão na educação por séculos.
Paper-based assessment remains significant in both Brazilian and American education systems, though increasingly challenged by digital alternatives. In Brazil, many schools continue using paper-based methods due to infrastructure limitations in certain regions, while in the USA, there's ongoing debate between traditional and digital assessment methods. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the shift toward digital platforms in both countries, but paper-based assessments remain relevant for standardized testing and in resource-limited settings.
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