Assessments for English Language Learners

Assessing English Language Learners

26 March 2022


ASSESSMENT TYPES

Assessments are standard practice in determining the progress made by ELLs. Several types of assessments are commonly used, which are diagnostic, summative, and formative. Even though all three are known as evaluations, they have several variations that make them unique (Bhat & Bhat, 2019).
Diagnostic
Diagnostic assessment is used when supporting the student to establish the current capacities or knowledge in the English language. It helps the students to plan better and ensures misunderstandings are resolved before learning commences. The assessment is useful in learning and reaching processes (Bhat & Bhat, 2019). Some examples include interviews, pre-tests, and responses in discussion boards. Diagnostic evaluations occur during the start or commencement of the English language study unit.
Formative Assessment
Formative assessment provides information and feedback during the learning process and occurs while learning is taking place.
2175584135964Assessment DataThe data from the assessments are used in informing instructional planning and decisions. The assessment results are evaluated to establish the interventions, such as the student's problems that might occur during examinations and what can be done to remedy the issue. The information can also be used to clarify teaching effectiveness or ineffectiveness. A common strategy to communicate timely and meaningful feedback is by having a specific achievement that learners should be working on. A self-reflection strategy is through stimulating self-regulation through examinations or formative assessments. Self-regulation encourages students to set goals and meet specific English language instruction standards.00Assessment DataThe data from the assessments are used in informing instructional planning and decisions. The assessment results are evaluated to establish the interventions, such as the student's problems that might occur during examinations and what can be done to remedy the issue. The information can also be used to clarify teaching effectiveness or ineffectiveness. A common strategy to communicate timely and meaningful feedback is by having a specific achievement that learners should be working on. A self-reflection strategy is through stimulating self-regulation through examinations or formative assessments. Self-regulation encourages students to set goals and meet specific English language instruction standards.
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