Students evaluate their own progress toward the objectives they have set or those determined by the instructor. The student will normally have some input in establishing the criteria for the evaluation. Advantages Teaches students the process of evaluating themselves for the future. Encourages students to take more responsibility for their own goals. Includes the student's input concerning how much has gone into the learning.
Disadvantages Initially increases student tension.
Becomes less accurate over time, according to research. When the instructor is not respected, students may abuse this opportunity. Today's enormous pressures for high grades makes honesty difficult. The instructor decides upon the operational or behavioral objectives, determining the level of performance the students should strive for. Material is then organized so that the desired learning will take place.