I choose Assessment for Learning should take into account of (and foster) the motivation for learning. I found this most relevant in my life due to the fact I teach junior high science. I love science but motivating my students to enjoy what I enjoy is not always easy. With the help of computers, I learned one way to show how the subject is relevant to their lives and then instruct them in a way they enjoy learning. This also helps me reach a wide range of learners at one time. Students that understand are able to move at their own pace and I can assist the others that may need a little more help. And even if the students are having difficulty I can still see many working toward trying to understand by ‘rewinding’ or reviewing material, as my article stated.
I think a portfolio assessment would be an excellent tool for students to use. It would be so much more organized and neater than keeping a folder. With the traditional way of keeping your best work in a folder, sometimes work is lost. At the moment, we do not have a lot of time to spend with computers, but with proper instruction on how each student could set up a portfolio this would be great for parent conferences, teacher team/student conferences, open house, etc. What a confidence builder for the student.
Developing a portfolio for my own learning will help me show my best work and remind me of what I have accomplished from the lessons I have completed. It will help me also help me build confidence in myself and show me what I am capable of doing.
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