Diagnostic Used prior to instruction or start of course. Feedback is usually informal. Used to assess prior knowledge, skills, preconceptions, or attitudes. Formative Used during the learning process. Feedback offered in dialogue-based format. Used throughout the time of the course with continuous check-ins and feedback on learning progress. Interim Used at different intervals during the learning. Feedback will depend on whether the assessment is formative or summative. Used to check learning and guide future instruction. Summative Used at the end of the unit or course. Feedback in the form of grades. Evaluates student learning against some standard or benchmark such as midterm and final exam or final project or term paper. Assessment Tips…