What do We Know about Learner Assessment in Technology-Rich Environments? A Systematic Review of Systematic Reviews

Assessment in technology-rich environments has on one hand attracted the interest of many researchers, but on the other hand still remains an intriguing and open research issue. This paper is a systematic review of systematic reviews of studies that are focusing on the topic. The method followed included a search strategy, inclusion and exclusion criteria, and quality assessment indicators. A dedicated tool was used for the establishment of the latter. Eleven systematic reviews were included in the study. The focus of the study is in five innovative areas of interest, namely (1) adaptive or personalized learning, (2) data-informed or evidence-based approaches, (3) blending formal and informal learning, (4) cultivation of 21st century skills, and (5) game-based learning. The research questions revolve around the types of assessment used, the research methodologies or strategies, the social aspects/ planes, and future research directions.