learner assessment tools teachers can use in their classrooms. For each identified assessment tool you are to provide the following:
i. An overview of the strategy to include its purpose, 2-3 of its aims
ii. The steps involved in its use. The provided steps are to include the roles of the teacher and the students
1. Formative Assessment:
i. Overview: Formative assessment is an ongoing process where teachers gather information about students' understanding and skills in order to provide feedback and make instructional decisions. Its purpose is to monitor student progress, inform teaching practices, and promote student self-regulation.
ii. Steps:
- Teachers: Create formative assessment tasks aligned with learning objectives, observe and collect data on student performance, provide timely and specific feedback, and adjust instruction based on students' responses.
- Students: Engage in formative assessment tasks, reflect on their progress and understanding, and use feedback to set goals for improvement.
2. Self-Assessment:
i. Overview: Self-assessment involves students evaluating their own learning progress and understanding. Its purpose is to promote metacognition, increase student responsibility for learning, and enhance motivation and engagement.
ii. Steps:
- Teachers: Provide clear criteria for self-assessment, model the process of self-evaluation, and create opportunities for students to reflect on their own learning.
- Students: Reflect on their own learning using the provided criteria, identify strengths and areas for improvement, set goals for growth, and monitor their progress towards these goals.
3. Peer Assessment:
i. Overview: Peer assessment involves students providing feedback to their peers on their work or performance. Its purpose is to promote collaboration, develop critical thinking skills, and enhance students' understanding of assessment criteria.
ii. Steps:
- Teachers: Establish clear assessment criteria, model effective peer assessment practices, and provide guidance on giving constructive feedback.
- Students: Review their peers' work according to the set criteria, provide feedback in a constructive and respectful manner, engage in discussions with their peers on the feedback received, and reflect on the feedback provided to improve their own work.