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performance criteria
A description of the characteristics or dimensions used to judge the quality of student work. Criteria are the guidelines or rules that outline for students what will be assessed on a given task.
See also alternative assessment, performance assessment, rubric.
Additional information
Performance criteria should be as specific as possible since ambiguous criteria may compromise student achievement. Rubrics are frequently used to outline performance criteria.
Examples and resources
NCREL further defines performance criteria and their importance when using alternative forms of assessment.
