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continuous assessment

British

noun

the assessment of a pupil's progress throughout a course of study rather than exclusively by examination at the end of it

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The inquest heard from ITV executives who said Mr Dymond was subject to "continuous assessment" following his acceptance to be on the show, and was offered eight to 10 sessions of cognitive behavioural therapy for self esteem and confidence building after the show.

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National 4s rely on continuous assessment rather than exams at the end of the course.

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They also argue that as there is continuous assessment it will reduce cheating in exams, which has been a massive problem for the government.

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In Scotland, the National 4 qualification is based on continuous assessment, with each unit within the course marked as pass or fail.

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Many of the students instead favoured "a system of continuous assessment, including practical work and presentations as well as written tests."

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