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Type :thesis
Subject :LB Theory and practice of education
Main Author :Lim, Ee Yie
Title :A study on levels and views of classroom assessment literacy of primary school teachers
Place of Production :Tanjong Malim
Publisher :Fakulti Bahasa dan Komunikasi
Year of Publication :2022
Corporate Name :Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
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Abstract : Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
Classroom Assessment is slowly replacing standardized examinations in Malaysia primary schools. In year 2020, it is announced by the Ministry of Education that the examination for primary pupils is abolished, and pupils will be assessed through Classroom Assessment. Therefore, teachers’ assessment knowledge and competence has become a concern for many. The main purpose of this study is to investigate the level of assessment literacy of primary school English Language teachers and their views on assessment literacy and classroom assessment in primary schools. For this study, survey and interviews is used to gain insights regarding the research questions outlined. Data is collected through survey and interview sessions. The data gained from inventory survey is analyzed using descriptive analysis through IBM SPSS 23. The data gained from interview sessions is analyzed using thematic analysis where the data was tabulated and grouped according to its themes. The research shows that most teachers (80%) have fair assessment literacy. Most of the respondents also suggested that more workshop should be held and more training should be provided.

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