The promise of large-scale learning assessments: acknowledging limits to unlock opportunities

The Promise of Large-scale Learning Assessments: Acknowledging Limits to Unlock Opportunities addresses the more contentious aspects of these standardized assessments. Drawing on UNESCO’s extensive experience in the area – from involvement in the direct implementation of assessments and as a knowledge broker and convener of networks – this publication presents the Organization’s critical take on such initiatives. It aims to balance the debate on LSLAs by reviewing their benefits while raising awareness on their potential risks and pitfalls. The focus of discussions in this publication is on LSLAs conducted in formal and school-based education.