Assignment 2

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Assignment 2 Reflection

This assignment required me to create five creative formative assessment tools for ICT integration.   The assignment was revamp by our assessor since there were contradictions with the instructions on the blog and in the course material so this caused a delay in the submission of our assignment.

The tools created  address the learner with clear expectations of what is required to succeed also they fulfill a place to record the identity of the students being assessed, a description of what is being assessed, a list of criteria that are being assessed, a place for the level of assessment.  Also at least one aspect of ICT integration and at least one learning objective.  

This assignment was a manageable one for me since I was provided with examples of creating assessment tools both in reading and in activity six. Creating assessment tool is a very critical aspect in education since the main reason why students are assess is to find out what they know, identify areas of strengths and weaknesses.  I will definitely integrate what was learning in this Module to my teaching context. I know God will see me through with this assignment.

Assignment 1 Reflection

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Assignment 1 Reflection

This activity posed a bit of a challenge to me in the beginning since I was not really sure what was required. After submitting my draft to my tutor I took a wrong path and my tutor help me refocus and keep on track. I work tirelessly to get this assignment completed and in the end it really paid off, hard work definitely bring success.  

I thank God for coming through for me as always and I am very pleased with the grade obtained. 

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Activity 6 Reflection

This activity was a good activity for me I utilize the search engine Google .com to research topic basic information about computers; the questions researched on that topic are as follows  what is a computer? Identify at least three types of computers? and finally stating 4 functions of a computer. Also the sources of hyperlinks to where the information was obtained were listed.  The utilization of text boxes was used to display the questions, answers and hyperlinks.  At first my tutor could not gained access to the hyperlinks to establish where the information was obtained from since some of the boxes were moving here and there. My tutor share an idea with me on how to eradicate the problem and after applying it worked pretty fine.  An assessment was also design to assess the students in relation to the given topic.  The readings provided with this activity is very meaning.  I am definitely going implement what I learned in this activity. 

Activity 5 Reflection

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This activity was very interesting one for me even though I had to recreate it on a second attempt. The main reason for this is due to the fact I was not quite sure what was required of me.  In the readings provided  for the activity it was noted that there a few things that must be taken into consideration with  assessment for example you must include the learners  name, what is being assessed, the areas or criteria being assessed and finally  a place where you  include marks  or comment.   

The activity focal point was creating assessment tool which you can utilize to assess assessment tools. To produce an assessment tool which can be use to assess assessment tools.    Also some light was shed on different rubrics and checklist that can be used in assessment.  Though this activity make me do additional work it was worthwhile I learn new information which was applicable and valuable to me.

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Activity 4A and 4B Reflection

Assessment is a very vital element in the learning process so teachers need to be aware of the different diversity that exists in relation to assessment procedures and methodologies. As teacher we need to be aware of the different learners we encounter on a daily basis, and what suitable methods that can be utilize to integrate Information and Communication and Technology in assessment, or which devices are most suitable for the activities you have to conduct, also we need to be aware of the different skills that will be assess and reasons why we are assessing these skills etc.  Even though the activities constituted a lot of reading the information received provided a meaningful insight to me.  Some of the information was previous knowledge to me while other were new or shed  new light in the way I looked at the information previously.  

I was particularly interested in the aspect which dealt with the theory of multiple intelligence by Gardner. Also the guidelines provided demonstrated to teachers more constructivist methods or approaches of assessment   they can follow for e.g. group assessment, self assessment and peer assessment, summative and formative assessment.  I found the information on the types of peer assessment to be very useful to me. 

The activities comprised of two sections where five(5)  Information and communication Technology standards were compose and a set of assessment guidelines for assessment were develop after which colleagues provide immediate feedback on what we have presented.

With the information gained so far from this module I will definitely put it into practice.

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Activity 3 Reflection

This activity contained  a lot of reading material to complete which was very beneficial to me. I learnt some new or additional from the reading.  When I tapped into my previous knowledge regarding my experience with Gardner multiple Intelligence theory, I must confess that I utilize and incorporate some of the intelligences while others are left unattended.  I am most definitely going to t improve in utilization of most these intelligences or get familiar with using all of them since this can help to improve student’s educational outcomes.  Diversity is very essential element in any situation since you have an option you decide what you want to include and exclude. Having a monopoly  with the use one or two of the intelligences  will not give a true reflection since all of the them are most of them are not assessed which means retention level will drop if you are using the same option over and over again.  If this is accomplished or achieved the situation will become monotonous and the interest and motivation will decline significantly. When planning for classroom instruction the teacher must take into consideration the following they way students learn, their ability to think out the box, select appropriate activities, learning theories, learning styles, teaching and assessment methods.  

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Reflection on Activity 2

Student’s assessment procedures have change considerately from more teacher centered assessment methods or approaches to students centered assessment method or approaches.   It is very good to know what my colleagues views are on what we assessed on a daily bases in the classroom in light of what we are doing similarly and differently.  I have found some meaningful ideas that I can utilized in the classroom for better results and achievement on the part of the student.

Based on my colleagues responses it can be clearly seen that the following areas were highlighted frequently by colleagues responses 1. conducting peer assessment, 2. Student’s use of the application of higher order thinking skills, 3. Student’s memorization of facts previously presented to them, 4. The ability to transfer what students know to a different context and situation, 5.students working individually and collectively on given tasks, and 6. students are provided with the opportunity to foster creativity.

There are some areas which I have not assessed for example student’s ability to adequately or effectively manage their time wisely to complete given tasks. If students don’t balance time well this can definitely influence students performance in school so effectively use of time is beneficial to students .

Also students ability to demonstrate students appropriate attitudes and value towards their work  I can include this  feature in future assessment practice by indicating how students  attitude and value and perception can deter or hinder  their progress as well how it can be beneficial to their work positively. Positive  attitudes and values since it will definitely improve educational outcome he student  for  while negative values and attitude and perception will produce negative output.