What should students remember about pre-assessments at WGU?

The significance of utilizing outside resources during pre-assessments lies in how it affects a student's self-assessment of their readiness for the final assessments. Pre-assessments are designed to gauge a student’s knowledge and comprehension of the material before they engage in more formal evaluations, such as the Objective Assessments (OAs). When students rely on outside resources, they may not accurately reflect their understanding and mastery of the course content. This can lead to a false sense of preparedness, where a student might feel ready for the OA when they are not, potentially impacting their performance negatively.

Understanding the integrity of this self-assessment process is crucial; it allows students to identify knowledge gaps and areas needing improvement without the misleading influence of outside materials. By accurately measuring their readiness through the pre-assessment, students can engage more effectively with the course content and set themselves up for better outcomes in their formal evaluations.