¿How to effectively evaluate mathematics learning?

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: to present various strategies and methods for effectively assessing mathematics learning at all educational levels, in order to improve both the teaching and learning of this discipline. METHOD: the article is based on a bibliographic review of thirty-five research projects and studies on assessment in mathematics, citing sixteen of them and their contributions to the field. RESULTS: in the search, the following assessment strategies were identified: diversification of methods, written tests, practical tasks, projects, presentations, and self-assessments, to obtain a more complete view of student learning; formative assessments, to continuously monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly; competency-based assessment, which emphasizes the need to evaluate mathematical knowledge and skills, such as problem-solving and critical thinking; use of technology, to explore the possibilities offered by digital tools to personalize assessment, obtain immediate feedback, and visualize student progress; as well as self-assessment and reflection, to develop metacognitive skills and autonomy. CONCLUSION: effective assessment in mathematics must be diverse, formative, competency-based, and leverage the possibilities offered by technology. By combining different methods and approaches, teachers gain a more complete understanding of their students’ learning, improve the quality of instruction, and promote the development of essential 21st-century skills.