The Influence of Assessment on Learning and Teaching

2019 ◽  
pp. 166-185
Author(s):  
Susan Hallam
Keyword(s):  
Communities Of Practice ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Peer Assessment ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Summative Assessment ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
The Arts ◽  
Assessment Procedures ◽  
Assessment Research

It is debatable whether it is appropriate to assess performance in the arts. However, formal education institutions and the systems within which they operate continue to require summative assessment to take place in order to award qualifications. This chapter considers the extent to which such summative assessment systems in music determine not only what is taught but also what learners learn. The evidence suggests that any learning outcome in formal education that is not assessed is unlikely to be given priority by either learners or teachers. To optimize learning, the aims and the processes of learning, including formative, self-, and peer assessment procedures, should be aligned with summative assessment. Research addressing the roles, methods, and value of formative, self-, and peer assessment in enhancing learning is considered. A proposal is made that the most appropriate way of enhancing learning is to ensure that summative assessment procedures are authentic and have real-life relevance supporting the teaching and learning process, to ensure that learners are motivated and see the relevance of what they are learning. This might take many forms depending on musical genre, communities of practice, and the wider cultural environment.

scholarly journals An analysis of lexicon in Omani English language teaching: challenges from teaching and learning perspectives

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 27
Author(s):  
Rahma Al-Mahrooqi ◽  
Faisal Al-Maamari ◽  
Christopher Denman
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
English Language Teaching ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Consistency Ratio ◽  
Word Lists ◽  
English Textbooks ◽  
The Ideal

Textbooks are indispensable in most formal education settings. However, many teachers believe weaknesses in textbooks can result in ineffective learning and teaching. This research uses a corpus-based approach to identify issues related to vocabulary with a particular focus on English textbooks in use in Omani schools. WordSmith Tools and RANGE concordance software are used to analyze these textbooks. Findings indicate that there are irregularities in vocabulary loading and that the types, tokens, density and consistency ratio show inconsistencies. Moreover, in terms of the coverage of GSL and AWL word lists, the textbooks fall short of the ideal range of 95% to 98% coverage suggested by Nation (1990, 2001). In fact, vocabulary from large percentages of the texts are not found in any of the essential word lists. The paper suggests recommendations for consistent analysis and guidance in analyzing textbooks in order to improve their quality in terms of vocabulary introduction and loading. 

scholarly journals The Acquisition and Learning of EFL in A Non-formal English Education in Indonesia

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 86-94
Author(s):  
Dwi Ide Rahayu
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Language ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
English Education ◽  
Teaching Method ◽  
Direct Method ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Descriptive Case Study ◽  
Affective Filter ◽  
Formal Institution

The acquisition and learning of English as a Foreign Language differs from that of English as a Second Language. In the EFL setting, it is not sufficient if the teaching and learning processes only depend on formal institution. Because of that, the non-formal education plays an important role to support the processes. This research aims at exploring (1) how Kampung Inggris Kebumen – as one of non-formal educations in Indonesia – was built; (2) what the teaching method used to make the learners in Kampung Inggris Kebumen speak English without any reluctance; and (3) how the learners in Kampung Inggris Kebumen acquire and learn English. This research applies qualitative method i.e. a descriptive case study by means of observation and interviews. The result shows that (1) as one of non-formal institution, Kampung Inggris Kebumen plays a significant important role in the success of English teaching and learning in  Kebumen Regency, in terms of their collaboration with MGMP Sekolah; (2)  Kampung Inggris Kebumen applies the combination of direct method and audio lingual method which are confirmed supportive in the process of acquiring and learning English as a Foreign Language; (3) The students feel that they can decrease their affective filter since the instructors of Kampung Inggris Kebumen use many fun learning activities, provide rich exposures, and intensive time to apply the English in students’ real life. Keywords : acquisition, learning, EFL, non-formal education

Teaching and learning French – A tale of desire in the humanities

2016 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 127-140
Author(s):  
Catriona Cunningham
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Personal Perspective ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Arts And Humanities ◽  
The Arts ◽  
Close Textual Analysis ◽  
The Uk ◽  
French Language Learning

This article considers the way we talk about learning and teaching the humanities in higher education in the UK. By using the tools of the arts and humanities within the scholarship of learning and teaching, and examining a personal perspective, the author explores the transformational impact of French language learning and teaching. Close textual analysis of literary language learning memoirs highlight the sensual and physical effects of language learning that can remain muted in our everyday conversations. As a result, the author suggests that rather than lament the death of the humanities in 21st century higher education, learning and teaching a language offers a pedagogy of desire that embodies the transformation aspect of our disciplines, as we deal with the business of being human.

scholarly journals THE UTILIZATION OF FOLKLORES AND THE HAPPY STRATEGY TO IMPROVE ENGLISH SPEAKING SKILL AND SELF CONCEPT (BEST PRACTICES FOR NONFORMAL EDUCATION)

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 510
Author(s):  
Wiwiek Afifah
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Teaching Strategy ◽  
Peer Assessment ◽  
Role Playing ◽  
Moral Values ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
Narrative Texts ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Speaking Skill

This paper aims to discuss: (1) the integration of moral values through folklore in narrative texts, (2) the implementation of the happy strategy in teaching and learning processes, and (3) the improvement of speaking skill and self concept. The integration of moral values in folklores as narrative texts can be done to fulfil the learning targets. It is because students will be supported to internalize and actualize those values in their life. Some moral values that can be stressed in the integration of folklores are how to be an honest one, confident, careful, communicative, and down to earth person. The Happy strategies are joyful learning activities that can support students in learning how to speak effectively. It is because learning experiences on how to speak and to communicate were framed fun and relax. The characteristic of the happy strategies included ice breaking, storytelling, role playing, self assessment, peer assessment, and selected report. The strategy also made students felt directly aware of their performance from the result of peer assessment. The teaching strategy that had been implemented in non formal education especially for packet B program was proven to be appropriated. Having been implemented the language input (moral values based on folklores) and the happy strategies, student’s linguistic competence, linguistics performance (speaking skill) were improved. Furthermore, student’s self concept also changed to be better. It is because they can learn some moral values from the folklores and strengthen them through the reflection session of the class.

Gathering Information

2018 ◽  
pp. 34-58
Author(s):  
Brian P. Shaw
Keyword(s):  
Formative Assessment ◽  
Student Performance ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Peer Assessment ◽  
Summative Assessment ◽  
Personal Communication ◽  
Verbal Response ◽  
Assessment Design ◽  
Assessment Techniques ◽  
Infinite Variety

This chapter details many ways of collecting information about student performance. Diagnostic assessment, formative assessment, and summative assessment all work together to inform teaching and learning throughout a lesson or unit. Summative assessment is what comes to mind when many people think of “assessment,” but summative assessment is the assessment type that supports learning the least. Assessment for learning, as opposed to assessment of learning, is the type of classroom assessment that helps students know where they are going, where they are now, and how to get there. Assessment design can improve validity. A nearly infinite variety of possible assessment methods, or ways to gather information, exists. The most common methods in schools can be categorized as selected response, written response, verbal response, performance or demonstration, personal communication, portfolios, quick formative assessment techniques, and self and peer assessment. Using a variety of methods helps to ensure curricular comprehensiveness.

scholarly journals CONTEXTUAL TEACHING AND LEARNING DALAM PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 123-133
Author(s):  
KISMATUN KISMATUN
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Learning Community ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Learning Model ◽  
Islamic Education ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Educational Product ◽  
Contextual Teaching ◽  
Community Modeling

This paper aims to pay attention to the development of Islamic education based on Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) theory as a solution to the crisis experienced by Islamic education. In fact, Islamic education is sidelined in public schools because it uses conventional learning methods that are boring and do not provide a significant educational product. Previous research found that the accuracy of lecture-based conventional learning only gave 11% level of meaning for students. This fact is in contrast to the theory of CTL or contextual learning and teaching which emphasizes the contextualization of knowledge. In the end, this study found that CTL learning emphasizes the process of involving students in finding the material being studied and connecting it to real-life situations. This learning model encourages students to be able to apply it in everyday life. There are six characteristics of CTL learning, namely: meaningful learning, application of knowledge, higher order thinking, curriculum which is symbolized by standards, responsiveness to culture, and authentic assessment. In addition, CTL has seven principles that underlie the implementation of the learning process using the CTL learning model, namely: constructivism, inquiry, questioning, learning community, modeling, reflection, and real assessment. CTL learning is very necessary, especially in efforts to develop Islamic education, because it invites students to be more active in learning. ABSTRAKMakalah ini bertujuan memberi perhatian kepada pengembangan Pendidikan Agama Islam berbasis teori Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) sebagai solusi dari krisis yang dialami Pendidikan Agama Islam. Kenyataannya, Pendidikan Agama Islam dikesampingkan di sekolah umum karena menggunakan metode pembelajaran konvensional yang membosankan dan tidak memberi produk pendidikan yang signifikan. Penelitian sebelumnya menemukan bahwa akurasi pembelajaran konvensional berbasis ceramah hanya memberi 11% tingkat kebermaknaan bagi siswa. Kenyataan ini berbanding terbalik dengan teori CTL atau pembelajaran dan pengajaran kontekstual yang menekankan kontekstualisasi pengetahuan. Pada akhirnya, penelitian ini menemukan pembelajaran CTL menekankan kepada proses keterlibatan peserta didik untuk menemukan materi yang dipelajari dan menghubungkan dengan situasi kehidupan nyata. Model pembelajaran ini mendorong peserta didik untuk dapat menerapkannya dalam kehidupan sehari-sehari. Terdapat enam karakteristik pembelajaran CTL, yaitu: pembelajaran bermakna, penerapan pengetahuan, berpikir tingkat tinggi, kurikulum yang dilambangkan berdasarkan standar, reponsif terhadap kebudayaan, dan penilaian autentik. Selain itu, CTL memiliki tujuh asas yang melandasi pelaksanaan proses pembelajaran menggunakan model pembelajaran CTL, yaitu: konstruktivisisme, inquiry, bertanya, masyarakat belajar, modelling, refleksi, dan penilaian nyata. Pembelajaran CTL sangat diperlukan terutama dalam upaya pengembangan pendidikan agama Islam, karena bersifat mengajak peserta didik lebih aktif dalam pembelajaran.

scholarly journals Hakikat Belajar Dan Pembelajaran

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 175
Author(s):  
Silviana Nur Faizah
Keyword(s):  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Interaction Process ◽  
Learning Objectives ◽  
Behavioral Changes ◽  
Internal Factors ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Education Environment ◽  
Principles Of Learning

Learning is a process that must be done by every individual to get knowledge. It is considerably a fundamental element in the implementation of any education level. The success of education depends on the student learning process both within and outside the school. In formal education the learning process is inseparable from to the teaching and learning process. Both of these processes are synergized to realize the ideals of the nation in order to educate the life of the world. As learning creatures and educational practitioners, whatever related to learning is important to know. Learning is a conscious activity undertaken by individuals through training and experiences that produce behavioral changes that include the cognitive, affective and psychomotor aspects. While teaching and learning is a system or process of teaching subject matters that are planned, implemented, and evaluated systematically so that students can achieve the learning objectives effectively and efficiently. Three learning characteristics are: (a) learning is a conscious effort of a person, (b) learning is characterized by a change of behavior that encompasses all aspects (cognitive, affective, and psychomotor), and such changes are relatively permanent, (c) changes in behavior are derived from the interaction process with the environment and exercises. Factors that influence learning and teaching process are internal factors (physiological and psychological) and external factors (family, school and community). Five principles of learning: subsumption, organizer progressive differentiation concolidation integrative Reconciliation.Keywords: Learning process, education, environment

scholarly journals Communities of practice in life sciences and the need for brokering

F1000Research ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
pp. 280 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne Tierney
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Communities Of Practice ◽  
Student Satisfaction ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
National Level ◽  
Life Sciences ◽  
Practice Research ◽  
Annual Conference ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
The Uk

Etienne Wenger’s work on communities of practice is influential in teaching and learning in higher education. A core work of many postgraduate certificate in teaching and learning (PGCert) courses for new lecturers, it is studied, in the main, as a means to understand how to support and encourage students to achieve more effective learning. Communities of practice can also be applied to academics. In the context of the Research Excellence Framework (REF) and its predecessors, the gulf between research-focused and teaching-Focused academics in life sciences has widened, so that in many institutions, these two groups have evolved into two distinct communities of practice; one whose priority is disciplinary research, the other’s learning and teaching. However, in 2015, the UK government announced that a Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) would be introduced into higher education in England, as early as 2017. While the exact details of TEF remain unclear, it is certain that “excellence” and “student satisfaction” will be high on the agenda. It is vital, therefore, that the two communities of practice, research-focused and teaching-focused, find ways to come together in order to ensure high quality teaching and learning. Wenger proposes that this can be done through the process of “brokering”, which allows expertise from both communities of practice to cross from one to the other, strengthening both. This should be encouraged at departmental and institutional level, but another vital origin of brokering can be forged at a(n) (inter)national level at meetings such as the SEB Annual Conference, where teaching-focused academics have the opportunity to mix with research-active colleagues. While this paper is informed by recent and current events in the UK Higher Education sector, it is of interest to academics who work in an environment where research and teaching have become separate to any extent.

scholarly journals IMPLEMENTASI STRATEGI PEMBELAJARAN KONTEKSTUAL DI MI (MADRASAH IBTIDAIYAH)

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 21-34
Author(s):  
Much. Machfud Arif ◽  
Rr. Kusuma Dwi Nur Ma'rifati
Keyword(s):  
Learning Strategies ◽  
Cognitive Abilities ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Strategy ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Contextual Learning ◽  
Academic Learning ◽  
Learning Needs ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Good Learning

Learning is essentially a process of interaction between students and their environment, so there is a change in behavior to be better. In learning, the most important task of the teacher is to condition the environment so that it supports behavior change for students. The use of appropriate learning strategies will also determine the effectiveness and efficiency of learning. Learning needs to be done with fewer lectures and teacher-centered methods, and more emphasis on student interaction. The use of a variety of strategies will greatly assist students in achieving learning objectives. One good learning strategy is contextual learning strategy. Because contextual learning strategies can combine three aspects of intelligence, including cognitive, affective and psychomotor aspects. Contextual learning strategies can provide space for students to be directly involved in the learning process. So students are no longer seen as objects, but subjects who can show their existence and contribution in education. Contextual learning and teaching involve students in important activities that help them relate academic learning and the real life contexts they face. By linking the two, students see the meaning in schoolwork. Fiqh subjects in madrasah ibtidaiyah with a contextual learning strategy approach provide opportunities for students to explore cognitive abilities in implementing material in the process of teaching and learning activities more innovative and comprehensive.

SAUDI STUDENTS’ AND TEACHERS’ STRATEGIES AND BELIEFS IN LEARNING AND TEACHING ENGLISH IN SAUDI ARABIA

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (9) ◽  
pp. 664-672
Author(s):  
Eiman Nather
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Public Schools ◽  
Learning Strategies ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Collaborative Work ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Public High School ◽  
School Students ◽  
Learning And Teaching

This preliminary study investigates the Saudi public high school student deficiencies in speaking English and seeks ways to improve the curriculum opportunities for students in English-speaking classrooms. Saudi public schools aim to educate students to use English in real-life communication. However, the majority of Saudi high school students graduate with low levels of understanding and competence in communicating in English. This pilot study examines the strategies that Saudi high school teachers and students have followed to teach and learn English in public schools and investigates their beliefs about effective teaching and learning strategies. The study is based on a questionnaire. Ninety female students of years seven, eight, and nine and their six teachers were drawn from two public schools in Riyadh. The findings of this study reflect the importance of collaborative work between stakeholders including supervisors, teachers, parents, and students. In addition, they emphasize that besides the teachers’ beliefs, learners’ needs and expectations should be taken into account, to increase the likelihood of a more productive and successful learning environment. The consensus was that the best results are achieved when interesting activities and interactive teaching strategies are used to support the mandatory course-book.

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