ASSESSMENT OF LEARNING 2

ED 310

ACTIVITY NO. 5
NAME: Daria Ann V. Moreno PROGRAM: BSED 3D ENGLISH B

Crafting Meaning Performance-Based Assessment

Field of Study: English
Grade / Year Level: Grade 7
Topic: Analogy

Step 1: Defining the Purpose of Assessment

General Competency:
Use Analogy to Describe or Make a Point

Specific Competencies:
1. Identify the relationship between words in an analogy.
2. Construct analogies to explain complex concepts or ideas.
3. Use analogies to enhance written and oral communication.

Step 2: Identifying Performance Task

 Choose a topic that you are interested in and that you know a lot about.
 Create a list of at least 10 analogies that relate to your chosen topic.
 Write a short paragraph for each analogy, explaining the relationship between the two words
or concepts.
 RUBRICS

Characteristic Score 5 Score 4 Score 3 Score 2 Score 1

Relationship is clear and The analogy The analogy The analogy The analogy The analogy contradicts the
accurate clearly and generally somewhat does not relationship between the two
accurately explains the explains the explain the words or concepts.
explains the relationship relationship relationship
relationship between the between the between the
between the two words or two words or two words or
two words or concepts, but concepts, but concepts.
concepts. there may be there are some
some minor significant
inaccuracies. inaccuracies.
Supporting evidence is The analogy The analogy is The analogy is The analogy The analogy is contradicted by
provided is supported supported by supported by is not the evidence.
by strong and some evidence, little or no supported by
relevant but it could be evidence. any
evidence. stronger. evidence.
Explanation is clear and The The The The The explanation is
concise explanation is explanation is explanation is explanation incomprehensible.
clear, concise, generally clear somewhat clear is not clear
and easy to and concise, and concise, or concise.
understand. but there may but there are
be some minor some
ambiguities. significant
ambiguities.
Creativity and originality The analogy The analogy is The analogy is The analogy The analogy is the most common
is creative somewhat not very is not and unoriginal analogy that could
and original, creative and creative or creative or be made between the two words
and it original. original. original. or concepts.
provides a
new and
insightful
perspective
on the two
words or
concepts.
Daria Ann V. Moreno
EDUC 3D ENGLISH B
Reflection Paper

Before we begin our first discussion in Assessment of Learning 2, we engaged in an activity where we
shared our existing knowledge about what we had learned in Assessment of Learning 1 last semester. I
found this activity enjoyable as it allowed us to recap our previous lessons, which are crucial and related
to our current semester's topics. This helped us gauge our understanding of the earlier subjects, which are
essential for our current learning. Afterward, we proceeded to distribute the reports we were assigned. As
education students and future educators, we are well-prepared and accustomed to these report
assignments and demonstration teaching requirements that occur every semester. These assignments are
beneficial for practicing our skills and mastering the lessons and teaching strategies that will be useful in
our future careers.

In our prior discussions, I gained an understanding that assessment is akin to a learning checkup, similar
to how a doctor uses a thermometer to check a patient's temperature. Assessment in education helps
teachers assess how well students are comprehending their lessons and ensures that everyone is
progressing as expected. It provides valuable insights that enable teachers to adjust their teaching methods
to cater to individual student needs. Additionally, we delved into Outcome-Based Education (OBE), a
type of assessment that makes learning more meaningful and effective. Through OBE, we gain clarity
about our learning objectives and receive feedback to aid our improvement. This approach empowers
teachers to tailor their lessons to address specific requirements, ultimately ensuring a high-quality
education that prepares students for future success.

In summary, our study of assessments and their principles has been enlightening. Learning how to
properly evaluate students' progress is crucial for us as future educators. Effective assessment not only
improves teaching but also enhances student learning, provides accountability for schools and teachers,
and promotes fairness and transparency. Adhering to important assessment principles, such as asking the
right questions, maintaining consistency, ensuring fairness, providing clarity, and emphasizing real-world
application, is key. Timely feedback and diverse assessment methods are essential, and the goal for
teachers is continuous improvement to enhance the learning experience for students.