The Significance of Accurate Student Self-Assessment in Understanding of Chemical Concepts

Comparisons of free-response and multiple-choice answers reveal different aspects of a student's understanding of complex material. In this study, we developed a series of three-stage Web-based questions for use as pre-instruction assessments of student knowledge of general chemistry. In additi...

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Published in:Journal of chemical education 2002-01, Vol.79 (1), p.120
Main Authors: Wiediger, Susan D, Hutchinson, John S
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Accuracy
Alternative Assessment
Concept Formation
Evaluation Methods
Higher Education
Knowledge Representation
Learning
Memorization
Metacognition
Organic chemistry
Science Education
Secondary Education
Self concept
Self evaluation
Self Evaluation (Individuals)
Student Evaluation
Students
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Summary:Comparisons of free-response and multiple-choice answers reveal different aspects of a student's understanding of complex material. In this study, we developed a series of three-stage Web-based questions for use as pre-instruction assessments of student knowledge of general chemistry. In addition to a free-response and a multiple-choice component, a third component reveals the students' self-assessment skills, providing insight into the "chemistry language" students must know. The results strongly suggest the need for teaching approaches that develop students' ability to critically self-assess their own knowledge and understanding.
ISSN:0021-9584
1938-1328
DOI:10.1021/ed079p120