The fourth purpose is to determine whether a KLA/topic outcome has been achieved. In an educational sense this is the main purpose of assessment, as the ultimate goal of education is to encourage and facilitate learning.
study skills noun Education (originally US) methods and techniques that aid effective learning, especially viewed as a set of skills that can be acquired or taught; the ability to study effectively.
Types of study skills. 1  Methods based on memorization such as rehearsal and rote learning. 2  Methods based on communication skills e.g. reading and listening. 3  Methods based on cues e.g. flashcard training. 4  Methods based on condensing information, summarising and the use of keywords. 5  Methods based on visual imagery.