This document defines performance assessment and discusses its characteristics and strengths/weaknesses. Performance assessment involves observing students demonstrate skills or competencies through tasks like projects, presentations, or performances. It emphasizes applying knowledge rather than just recalling facts. While more authentic than traditional tests, performance assessment relies on subjective scoring and takes significant time from teachers and students. The document also discusses process-oriented performance assessments, which evaluate the process used to complete tasks in addition to products or outputs. This includes developing rubrics that establish criteria and define competency levels for skills.