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Performance Assessments measure subject-matter proficiency and the ability of students to apply the content and skills they have learned. Performance Assessments may also assess acquisition of the “Five C’s” – critical thinking, creativity, communication, collaboration and citizenship – described in the Board of Education’s Profile of a Virginia Graduate. Performance Assessments are designed to encourage deeper learning and are an essential component of a balanced testing program.

Criterion Tool
This VDOE document details a set of criteria for the development of performance assessments that measure the application of content knowledge and skills.