1. Learning Assessment Strategies
FS
FIELD STUDY
5 Learning Assessment Strategies
Episode 1
GUIDING PRINCIPLES IN THE ASSESSMENT OF LEARNING
Name of FS Student:
Course: Year & Section:
Cooperating School:
My Target
While I observe two different classes, I will be able to identify applications of
principles of assessment.
My Performance (How I Will Be Rated)
Field Study 5, Episode 1 – Guiding Principles in the Assessment of Learning
Focused on: Application of the Principles of Assessment
Tasks Exemplary Superior Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
4 3 2 1
Observation/ All the tasks All or nearly all Nearly all tasks Fewer than half
Documentation: were done with tasks were done were done with of tasks were
outstanding with high acceptable done; or most
quality; work quality quality objectives met
exceeds but with poor
expectations quality
4 2 1
3
My Analysis Analysis Analysis Analysis Analysis
questions were questions were questions were questions were
answered answered not answered not answered.
completely; in completely completely.
depth answers;
thoroughly Clear Vaguely related Grammar and
grounded on connection with to the theories. spelling
theories theories unsatisfactory.
Exemplary Grammar and
grammar and Grammar and spelling
spelling. spelling are acceptable
4 superior 2 1
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My Reflection Reflection Reflection Reflection Reflection
statements are statements are statements are statements are
profound and clear, but not shallow; unclear and
clear, supported supported by supported by shallow and are
by experiences experiences experiences not supported
from the from the from the by experiences
episode. episode. episode. from the
4 episode.
3 2 1
My Portfolio Portfolio Portfolio is Portfolio is Portfolio has
complete, clear, complete, clear, incomplete; many lacking
well-organized well-organized supporting components; is
and all and most documentation unorganized
supporting supporting is organized but and unclear.
documentation documentation is lacking.
are located in are available
sections clearly and/or in
designated. logical and
clearly marked
locations.
4 3 2 1
Submission Before deadline On the deadline A day after the Two days or
deadline more after the
deadline
4 3 2 1
Subtotals
Rating: (Based on
Over-all Score Transmutation)
Signature of FS Teacher Date
Above Printed Name
Transmutation of score to grade/ rating
Score Grade Score Grade
20 - 1.0 - 99 12-13 - 2.50 - 81
18-19 - 1.25 - 96 11 - 2.75 - 78
17 - 1.5 - 93 10 - 3.00 - 75
16 - 1.75 - 90 8-9 - 3.5 - 72 and
15 - 2.00 - 87 7-below - 5.00 - below
14 - 2.25 - 84
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3. Learning Assessment Strategies
My Map
I will observe at 2 different classes. Pay close attention to what the Resource
Teacher does in relation to assessment.
To hit my Target, I will work my way through these steps:
Step 1. I will review the principles of
assessment of learning on pp. 114-122 of
Principles of Teaching,
2007 by Corpuz, B. and G. Salandanan and
Assessment of Learning 2, 2007 Santos, Rosita, pp.
Step 2. I7-22.observe 2 different classes and interview my
will
Resource Teachers for principle # 8.
Step 3. I will identify evidence of applications of the principles of
assessment of learning. I may cite more than one evidence per
principle of assessment.
Step 4. Guided by a question/questions. I will reflect on my experience. Write
down my reflection.
My Tools
As I observe a class, I will use the Observation Sheet for a more focused
observation.
OBSERVATION SHEET
Name of School: Linao National High School
School Address: Linao North, Tuguegarao City Date of Visit: January 11, 2012
Grade/Year Level: II-1 & II - 2 Subject Area: Biology
Principles of Learning Assessment Teaching Behavior of the Teacher/Learning
Behavior of the Learner as Proof of the
Application of the Principle of Learning
1. Assessment is an integral part of the As I observed in the midst of discussion,
teaching-learning process. the teacher asked question to the learners
and occurrence of ideas or exchange of
knowledge were being noticed. This is one
way to evaluate the understanding of the
learners to the topic introduced to them.
2. Assessment tool/activity should match As I observed in the classroom, the activity
with performance objective. that was given by the teacher is consistent
to the performance objective. The teacher
also introduced and viewed to the students
some examples of contraceptives in order
for the teacher to reach her objectives and
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for the learners to understand well the
lesson.
3. The results of assessment must be The learner has the right to see the fruits of
feedback to the learners. his sacrifices and I noticed that the teacher
has this principle in mind in a way that she
returned the outputs of her students in a
very usual way. I mean she gave it back
without degrading to those who got low
and boosting to those who got high.
4. Teachers must consider learners’ I observed that the teacher came up with
learning styles and multiple different strategies and technique for the
intelligences and so come up with a learners to be motivated and develop their
variety of ways of assessing learning. skills. The teacher introduces a lot of
activities for the students reveal their own
interest.
5. Give some positive feedback with not During the discussion, different opinions of
so good ones. students were raised; some opinions were
well accepted and some were far beyond to
the question thrown but then the teacher
managed it. If the answer of the learner was
not exactly the point was she accepted and
tried to elaborate so that the learners
understand it well.
6. Emphasize on self assessment. The teacher assesses herself before entering
to the classroom because self assessment is
very important especially for her because it
is one way to evaluate if the strategies used
is effective.
7. Assessment of learning should never be Assessment of learning was not used to
used as punishment or as disciplinary punished students instead it is used to
measure. measure the knowledge and understanding
of the learners.
8. Emphasize on real world application I observed that the teacher favors realistic
that favors realistic performances over performance because she gives activities
out-of-context drills. that the learners develop their skills such as
drawing in relation with their lesson. The
learners enjoyed their different activities.
9. Results of learning assessment must be The teacher practice keeping accurate
communicated regularly to parents. records and communicate them to parents
in the best mean way possible. Records of
the students’ progress were sent to the
parents quarterly or every grading period.
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My Analysis
What are the possible consequences on the teaching-learning process if each of
the principles is not observed?
Principle of Learning Assessment Possible Consequence if Principle is
NOT Observed
1. Assessment is an integral part of the Students want to know exactly what they
teaching-learning process. have to do to gain good marks/grades.
Teachers can do a lot to assist them. If this
integral part of teaching-learning process
not observed, the consequences are: there’s
a big gap between the learner and the
teacher. And the students might not assess
anymore how far they have learned.
2. Assessment tool/activity should match The prepared activity must coincide with
with performance objective. the performance objectives to avoid
consequences like confusion and can make
students very anxious and lead to
unproductive work.
3. The results of assessment must be Giving feedback to the learners is essential
feedback to the learners. because feedback is the only way to know
if they have succeeded or failed. If they
need to recover from failure or deepen their
understanding, they need to have
explanations and suggestions for
improvement. If this is not observed, how
the students can address their problems,
how can they improve their grades?
4. Teachers must consider learners’ If the teacher did not determine the
learning styles and multiple multiple intelligences of the students, they
intelligences and so come up with a might not be enhance and develop their
variety of ways of assessing learning. skills because intelligence is acquired
depending on their environment and
experiences.
5. Give some positive feedback with not Positive feedback can boost self-esteem, if
so good ones. this is not observed especially with not
good ones; the consequence is their self
confident will be degraded. And giving of
positive feedback motivates students.
6. Emphasize on self assessment. Learning is personal process, then let the
learners assess on their own with certain
criteria. Let them be aware and reflect on
their own progress because if this is not
observed, the learners may compare
themselves with other instead of testing
their own improvement.
7. Assessment of learning should never be The consequence will be distorts of the true
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used as punishment or as disciplinary purpose of the assessment.
measure.
8. Emphasize on real world application If this is not observed, the consequence is
that favors realistic performances overthe assessment will not be fair because they
out-of-context drills. will not develop higher thinking skills such
as analyzing, evaluating and most of all
creating.
9. Results of learning assessment must be The consequence will be no more
communicated regularly to parents. transparency and accountability.
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My Reflection
As a student, do I remember any incident when any of these principles was or were
violated by my teacher? How did it affect my classmates and me?
One thing was on my mind whenever I read or heard the Principles of Assessment
of Learning because of the scenario happened way back in my high school days. The
principle no. 5 of assessment of learning which is the “Give some positive feedback
along with not so good”, was violated by my teacher in chemistry. In the midst of our
discussion, she called my name to answer the question thrown to the class. I tried to
answer the right thing I know and best way I possibly do but then unfortunately I did not
got exactly the point was. She then got mad and uttered improper words inside the class
that spoiled our remaining time in that subject. A word like “idiot” was cursed in my face
in that moment of time. That word affects me so much; it degraded my confidence. This
scene always in my mind whenever my teacher asked a question most especially when
they call my name until this moment of time. I don’t have the guts anymore to express
my idea because I doubt and I always think that what is in my mind is not appropriate and
it is wrong. I don’t want to be embarrassed inside the class again just like what had
happened in my high school time.
By: Sheryl Mae D. Gamiao
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My Reflection
As a student, do I remember any incident when any of these principles was or were
violated by my teacher? How did it affect my classmates and me?
When I was in high school, I remember an incident that my teachers violated
some of the principles of assessment. The principle of assessment that was violated is the
giving of positive feedback along with not so good ones.
Giving of positive feedbacks is not only for the good ones but also for the not
good ones, so that they would be motivated to study well. This principle of assessment
that was violated affects out performance inside the classroom. And instead of giving
positive feedback, our teachers give negative feedback which affects our self confidence
or self esteem. I feel that our teachers are favoring only those good ones in our classroom.
And I also feel that there is discrimination inside the classroom which leads their students
not to enter their class regularly. Whenever there is recitation, I’m afraid to raise my hand
because I might not get the right answer and my teacher gives a negative feedback.
Learning is ultimately the individuals’ responsibility. Learning will not succeed unless
individual feels a strong sense of ownership and responsibility in the process itself.
By: Jingky A. Pacis
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My Reflection
As a student, do I remember any incident when any of these principles was or were
violated by my teacher? How did it affect my classmates and me?
Yes, I remember that when I was in elementary, the principle that was violated by
my English teacher is “Give some positive feedback along with not so good ones”,
instead she gives negative. Nobody is exempted even if you are bright or not so good, she
calls you idiot or moron publicly especially if you didn’t answer her question or if she
doesn’t like your answer/output. She gives also punishment maybe because she’s a
brilliant teacher or a perfectionist. This affect our self confidence especially with me
because I don’t have the guts to raise my hand even if I know the answer, just because I
don’t want to put into shame before; but as I grew up and became matured enough to
understand I take it positively. For me, it is wise to give some positive feedback as well
as constructive criticisms. Praising the students on a job well done can boost morale to
study and appreciate the value of success, furthermore, giving some constructive
criticisms on the areas they need to improved. As a student the criticism that we received
just take it positively, because the biggest room in the world is the room for improvement
and improvement means success.
By: Rubie Grace M. Reynoso
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My Portfolio
Attainable objectives must be prepared
Self assessment of teacher for the technique and
Strategies must be appropriate so that
Evident outputs were achieved.
Sharing of knowledge inside the class is required
Students understanding is tested
Measurement is needed to have meaningful
Evaluation regarding their performance.
Note the parents of the child
To inform them about their performance.
Observed equality in the class no
Favoritism among the students
Learn to appreciate your students
Encourage them to participate
And motivate them the best way you possibly do
Return to them their output but
Never criticize nor judge because
Intelligence of learners will
Never be the same instead
Give them a chance to develop their skills and apply to their daily living.
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