Ms. Canary uses a combination of formative and summative assessments in her classroom. Describe each type of assessment as well as examples of each.

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Answer: Formative assessments take place throughout the learning segment so that teachers can make sound instructional decisions. Examples of formative assessments are anecdotal notes, observation, and pop quizzes. Summative assessments take place after learning has occurred to evaluate the student's mastery of learning objectives. Examples of summative assessments are unit tests, benchmark tests, and annual state tests.

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