Assessment such as the upcoming 2nd periodical tests / examinations is a process for measuring educational effectiveness and it has become central to educational reform. Traditionally, assessments were conducted to improve performance at system, division, or school levels. Most commonly, large-scale, norm-referenced tests or locally developed, criterion-based tools assessed numerous Read More …
What is a Daily Lesson Log (DLL)? At its core, a Daily Lesson Log (DLL) is a vital tool for teachers designed to help structure and streamline lesson planning. It provides a structured outline of the day’s learning objectives, teaching strategies and expected outcomes. However, a DLL is not just Read More …
Dear fellow Teachers, our MS Excel Student Age Calculator is now available via Google Drive. It’s easy to use, direct and avoids errors especially when we manually compute our students’ ages. Just Type-in the Date of Birth, the Current Date on their respective cells then press Enter or click on Read More …
What is a Lesson Exemplar (LE)? Lesson Exemplars (LE) are detailed instructional plans designed to help teachers deliver lessons effectively and efficiently. Beyond being a teaching tool, lesson exemplars support the application of differentiated instruction (DI), a method that embraces the unique learning styles, abilities and preferences of students. Since Read More …
What is a Learning Activity Sheet (LAS)? A Learning Activity Sheet (LAS) is a tool used to help students engage with educational content in a structured manner. It provides a clear framework for learning tasks allowing students to follow instructions, complete activities and assess their own progress. LAS is especially Read More …
What is a Daily Lesson Log (DLL)? A Daily Lesson Log (DLL) is an essential tool for teachers that help them organize lessons effectively and align them with educational goals. It provides a structured approach to lesson planning, breaking down long-term objectives into short-term, actionable steps. While overarching goals such Read More …
Using Effective Assessment Techniques in Teaching Effective teachers use a mix of formal and informal assessments to understand student learning levels and progress. For formal evaluation, teachers rely on quizzes, tests, exams, assignments and reports. These tools help gauge individual achievement and assign grades which are known as summative evaluations. Read More …
Enhancing Learning through Collaborative Classroom Assessment Classroom Assessment is a collaborative tool that promotes discussion and connection in teaching. Many teachers openly share their assessment results and methods with colleagues, creating opportunities to exchange ideas on teaching and learning. Teachers find Classroom Assessment valuable as it allows them to discuss Read More …
Importance of Clear Teaching Goals in Effective Assessment Effective classroom assessment starts with clear goals. Before teachers can evaluate student learning, they need to define what they aim to teach. Although this may sound simple, the challenge lies in the nature of their responses. When asked about their teaching goals, Read More …
Teaching and Assessment through Classroom Evaluation National or school -level assessments offer schools valuable insights into the overall learning outcomes such as students’ general knowledge in subjects like mathematics. However, these large-scale assessments often overlook the specific needs of individual teachers in their classrooms where timely and detailed information about Read More …
Effective Classroom Assessment Teachers often assess student learning informally but few communicate these results to students. Without feedback, students may not understand the purpose of assessments or self-assessments. When teachers clearly show students how assessment improves learning, students become more engaged. Starting with simple techniques over several weeks or even Read More …
Giving Effective Feedback to Students’ Assessment Providing feedback to students’ assessment is essential even for learners who may not be fully engaged. Teachers should approach feedback carefully, focusing on the quality of work rather than on the learner’s personality to avoid any potential conflicts. Comments like “You are lazy” don’t Read More …
The Importance of Classroom Assessment and Timely Feedback In every classroom, teachers constantly observe and respond to students’ questions, expressions and body language, often without even realizing it. This instinctive monitoring helps teachers form judgments about student understanding but these impressions are usually unspoken and unconfirmed by the students themselves. Read More …
Classroom Assessments for Effective Teaching and Learning Classroom assessment and evaluation play a crucial role in both teaching and professional development. Through these evaluations, teachers receive valuable feedback on the effectiveness of their instructional methods enabling them to improve their skills and adapt their strategies. This practice aligns with the Read More …
What is a Daily Lesson Log (DLL)? A Daily Lesson Log (DLL) is a detailed, systematic record used by teachers to plan their lessons and track their students’ learning progress. It serves as an essential tool for organizing content, identifying objectives, and aligning instructional activities with assessments. The DLL helps Read More …
What is a Daily Lesson Log (DLL)? A Daily Lesson Log (DLL) is a structured guide that teachers use to plan their daily lessons. It details the specific objectives, activities, assessments and materials to be used in each lesson, helping both the teacher and students stay focused on achieving the Read More …
What is a Daily Lesson Log (DLL)? A Daily Lesson Log (DLL) is an essential tool for teachers to organize their lessons effectively. It acts as a guide ensuring that each class achieves its learning goals while maintaining a well-structured flow. Rather than simply outlining activities, the DLL focuses on Read More …
