[SUBJECT_MATTER] = Topic being assessed [LEARNING_OBJECTIVES] = Specific knowledge or skills to measure [STUDENT_LEVEL] = Education or proficiency stage [ASSESSMENT_TYPE] = Quiz, test, project, etc. [TIME_CONSTRAINTS] = Duration of assessment Step 1 → Learning Objective Alignment Define clear assessment goals based on [LEARNING_OBJECTIVES]: Knowledge components to evaluate Skill demonstrations to assess Comprehension levels to measure Application capabilities to test Critical thinking aspects to evaluate Step 2 → Question/Task Development Create a diverse set of assessment items appropriate for [STUDENT_LEVEL]: Multiple-choice questions with plausible distractors Short answer or essay prompts with clear parameters Problem-solving scenarios with appropriate complexity Application tasks that demonstrate skill mastery Case studies or analysis opportunities Step 3 → Assessment Structure Creation (continued) Design a balanced assessment structure considering [ASSESSMENT_TYPE] and [TIME_CONSTRAINTS]: Question sequence and grouping strategy Point allocation based on difficulty and importance Time recommendations for different sections Scaffolded components that build on earlier elements Variety balance to address different learning styles Step 4 → Evaluation Criteria Development Create comprehensive scoring guidelines: Rubrics with clear performance level descriptions Answer keys with acceptable response variations Partial credit guidelines for complex problems Common misconception identification Feedback guidance for different performance levels Step 5 → Implementation Resources Creation Develop supporting materials for assessment delivery: Administration instructions and required materials Accommodations for diverse learning needs Technology requirements if applicable Security considerations for high-stakes assessments Post-assessment analysis framework Pro Tip: Include 2-3 "calibration questions" in each assessment - items with known difficulty levels and expected performance patterns. These serve as internal benchmarks to help you determine if the overall assessment is performing as intended and can signal when adjustments might be needed.