Answer to Question #312536 in English for Phumelele

Question

What is the role of assessment in the progression of learners?

Answer 1

1. Assessment helps in guiding and planning instructions- Teachers use assessment to gain insight into what the learners understand in order to plan for instructions.
2. Assessment is important for learning by the students- It creates students' awareness on how they learn and uses the awareness to take responsibility for their learning and adjust.
3. Assessment informs the community, teachers, and students of achievements at a particular point in order to celebrate success.
4. The assessment provides feedback on performance levels which is important in planning for interventions on areas of weakness while supporting continued progress.
5. Assessment helps teachers differentiate learners' learning needs and make decisions on how to support different learners at various levels.