Concept:Continuous assessment is a systematic process of evaluating students throughout the teaching-learning period, integrated with school-based activities.
Explanation:It is not just frequent testing (option A). It is a part of the ongoing teaching-learning process within the school.
It collects both qualitative and quantitative data over time to judge progress.
It focuses on all-round development: cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains.
It helps diagnose learning needs, improve motivation, and guide instruction.
It is not solely outcome-based (option C) or summative for grading (option D).
Thus, continuous assessment is best defined as an assessment that is embedded in teaching and learning as school-based assessment.
Answer:Option B: an assessment as part of teaching learning school based assessment.