Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
posttest
noun
/ˈpoʊstˌtɛst/
Definition
A test given after a specific instructional period to measure what students have learned.
Examples
- After the training session, the instructor administered a posttest to evaluate the participants’ understanding.
- The results of the posttest showed significant improvement in the students’ performance.
Meaning
Posttest is used to assess the knowledge or skills that students have acquired after completing a course or a unit.
Synonyms
- Assessment
- Evaluation
- Follow-up test
