Methods and Tools of Assessment in a Digital Environment

Quizzes are one of the most commonly used digital tools for assessment. In a formative context, they are primarily used for self-check, while in a summative context, they form part of formal assessment and grading. Moodle allows detailed configuration of quizzes, including the number of attempts, time limits, question types, and automated feedback provided to students.

Gamified tools such as Kahoot and Quizlet make assessment dynamic and motivating. Although they are not typically used for formal grading, they effectively promote engagement and provide quick insight into students’ understanding, making them suitable for formative assessment. For additional flexibility and an improved user experience, some external tools can be integrated into Moodle via the LTI protocol, allowing students to access them directly within the LMS.

Recommendation:

For courses with a large number of students, combining quizzes with automated assessment and feedback saves teachers time and enables continuous monitoring of student progress (Divjak et al., 2022).