Although it is important to assess student learning after a lesson, finding ways to do so without having them take a test may be a more appropriate method of assessment at times. Students also will enjoy other types of projects and assessment methods that take away the pressure of a testing situation. Many students simply do not do well on tests, regardless of how well they learned the material, and an alternative form of assessment may help them demonstrate their knowledge more appropriately.
Poster Project
After having finished a lesson or unit, one excellent method of assessing student knowledge is to have the students make a poster. With some basic art supplies and either poster boards or large sheets of paper, students can have the opportunity to create a visual display detailing some aspect of the lesson.