Process of appraising knowledge, know-how, skills and/or competences of an individual against predefined criteria (learning expectations, measurement of learning outcomes). Assessment is typically followed by certification. Comment: in the literature, assessment generally refers to appraisal of individuals whereas evaluation is more frequently used to describe appraisal of education and training methods or providers. Source: Cedefop, 2004.
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