The purpose of assessment is to gather information about students' knowledge, skills, and abilities in order to make informed decisions about their learning and academic progress. It helps teachers identify areas of strength and weakness, tailor instruction to meet individual needs, evaluate the effectiveness of teaching methods, and make adjustments to improve learning outcomes. Assessment also plays a role in providing feedback to students about their performance, motivating learning, and measuring achievement against specific learning goals and standards. Additionally, assessment data can be used for program evaluation, accountability, and informing educational policy.
