Thematically Linked Integrated Assessment Tasks A thematically
linked integrated task (item set) is an assessment activity
focused on an idea or concept that involves the integration of
learning objectives in two or more content areas. Learning
objectives addressed in the task should encompass all four VSC
content standards. The item set typically includes a specified
number of selected response and/or constructed response items, a
performance-based task, and a self-reflection component. The
following are examples of assessment tasks — thematically linked
item sets — that integrate skills and knowledge in the fine arts
content areas with non-arts curricula. Each task is presented in
a framework that enables teachers to modify components as they
see fit. Unlike a high-stakes summative assessment, these
integrated thematically linked activities need not be
administered under highly controlled and standardized
conditions. For that reason, directions have not been scripted
as they might be for a standardized perf