Examples of summative and formative assessment supported by artificial intelligence tools and systems

Several AI tools and systems that support summative and/or formative assessment in education are available on the market, including:

• PERPLEXITY

  • An AI tool for quickly finding relevant information and generating question suggestions. It can be used to prepare questions for summative tests, assist with formative tasks, and analyse assessment results.

• ChatGPT

  • An AI tool for creating a variety of educational content, from summative assessment questions to personalised feedback in formative assessment. Instructors can generate tests, tasks, explanations, and analyse assessment results.

• MIZOU

  • A platform that uses AI to continuously monitor and analyse student progress, providing personalised recommendations and feedback during the learning process (formative assessment).

• Diffit

  • An AI tool for detailed analysis of test and quiz results, enabling summative assessment with precise insight into students' areas of strength and weakness.

• Curipod

  • An AI platform for creating interactive learning activities that encourage active participation and provide immediate feedback, which is key to formative assessment.

• Copilot 

  • An AI tool that helps teachers prepare questions, quickly find relevant information, and generate question suggestions. It can be used to prepare questions for summative tests, assist in formative assignments, and analyse assessment results.