A study on levels and views of classroom assessment literacy of primary school teachers

<p>Classroom Assessment is slowly replacing standardized examinations in Malaysia</p><p>primary schools. In year 2020, it is announced by the Ministry of Education that the</p><p>examination for primary pupils is abolished, and pu...

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Main Author: Lim, Ee Yie
Format: thesis
Language:eng
Published: 2022
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Online Access:https://ir.upsi.edu.my/detailsg.php?det=9703
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Summary:<p>Classroom Assessment is slowly replacing standardized examinations in Malaysia</p><p>primary schools. In year 2020, it is announced by the Ministry of Education that the</p><p>examination for primary pupils is abolished, and pupils will be assessed through</p><p>Classroom Assessment. Therefore, teachers assessment knowledge and competence</p><p>has become a concern for many. The main purpose of this study is to investigate the</p><p>level of assessment literacy of primary school English Language teachers and their</p><p>views on assessment literacy and classroom assessment in primary schools. For this</p><p>study, survey and interviews is used to gain insights regarding the research questions</p><p>outlined. Data is collected through survey and interview sessions. The data gained from</p><p>inventory survey is analyzed using descriptive analysis through IBM SPSS 23. The</p><p>data gained from interview sessions is analyzed using thematic analysis where the data</p><p>was tabulated and grouped according to its themes. The research shows that most</p><p>teachers (80%) have fair assessment literacy. Most of the respondents also suggested</p><p>that more workshop should be held and more training should be provided.</p>