Summative assessments are important for measuring how much students have learned, but they come with some challenges for teachers. Here are a few key issues:

1. Shallow Understanding: These tests often only check for basic knowledge. They don’t show everything a student has learned.

2. Pressure to Perform: Because summative assessments are so important, students might feel stressed. This pressure can make it hard for them to show what they really know.

3. One-Time Test: A test given just once may not show the true skills of a student. Everyone learns at their own speed, and a single test might not capture that.

To help with these problems, teachers can:

• Use formative assessments regularly. This means giving students feedback during the learning process, not just at the end.

• Try different kinds of assessments. Everyone learns differently, so using various methods can help reach all students.

• Look closely at the assessment data. This helps teachers adjust their lessons and support each student in their own learning journey.