When a teacher evaluates her students' ability to read a map of bus routes while the class is in the bus terminal,the teacher is using what type of assessment to evaluate these skills?
A)Portfolio assessment
B)Criterion-related assessment
C)Authentic assessment
D)Curriculum-based assessment

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Authentic assessment involves evaluating a student's ability to apply knowledge and skills in real-world, relevant situations. In this scenario, the teacher is evaluating the students' ability to read a map of bus routes in a real-life setting, making it an example of authentic assessment.

When a Teacher Evaluates Her Students' Ability to Read a Map