Assessment and Evaluation in Personalized STEAM Education
Malini Subramanian, R. Portia, Biswo Ranjan Mishra, P. Selvakumar, P. V. Rajlakshmi, T. C. Manjunath
Abstract
The intersection of personalization and STEAM education is particularly promising because it aligns well with the inherent nature of STEAM disciplines. STEAM subjects are inherently interdisciplinary and often require students to engage in complex problem-solving and creative thinking. Personalized STEAM education allows students to explore these disciplines in ways that connect with their personal interests and real-world applications. For instance, a student interested in environmental science might investigate sustainability projects, while a student passionate about digital art might focus on the intersection of technology and creativity. Assessment in personalized STEAM education presents its own set of opportunities and challenges. Traditional assessment methods, often based on standardized tests and one-size-fits-all criteria, may not fully capture the depth of a student's understanding or the breadth of their skills. Personalized assessment, on the other hand, aims to provide a more nuanced picture of student learning.