University of Rizal System

Angono Campus
College of Arts and Letters
Bachelor of Music; Major in Music Education

Name: Panguito, Jan Christian, R.

Activity 4
Three purposes of assessment

1. Improvement of Student Learning:

One of the central goals of education is to improve student learning, and there are many different
methods, techniques, and tools that can be used to achieve this. Developing skills, knowledge, and
understanding through efficient teaching methods, assessments, and student-centered approaches is the
main goal of improving student learning. Below are some examples of different methods that enhance
student learning.
Active Learning Strategies. Active learning involves engaging students in the process of
learning through activities that promote analysis, evaluation, and creativity. This method shifts students
from passive recipients of information to active participants in their learning journey. Recitals in music
class are one of those examples where students actively participate in a performance-based tasks such as
reading notes, singing the notes, rhythmic exercises and such.
Differentiated Instruction. Differentiated instruction is the practice of tailoring teaching
methods and materials to meet the diverse needs of students in the classroom. This approach recognizes
that students have different learning styles, abilities, and interests, and it adjusts teaching to maximize
each student's learning potential. Another example in music class where the teacher will give a music
piece for the students to read and sing according to the pitch. The advanced students received a music
piece with no “do, re mi…,” labeled on each note, while struggling students received a music piece with
“do, re mi…,” labeled. So that the struggling students can bring their focus on the pitch only.
Collaborative Learning. Collaborative learning involves students working together to achieve
shared learning goals. This method promotes peer interaction, the sharing of ideas, and the development
of critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This is common for music students. Primary example for
this is for voice exams. Where two students paired up and assess each other’s performance even though
the recital is individual.

2. Assessment on the Effectiveness of a Particular Teaching-Strategy:

Assessing the effectiveness of a specific teaching strategy involves identifying the degree to
which a given instructional strategy or method is producing the desired learning outcomes. With the use
of this kind of assessment, teachers can ascertain whether their chosen teaching method is improving
student learning and whether any changes are necessary to make it more effective. Below are some
examples.
Pre- and Post-Assessment. Pre- and post-assessments involve measuring students' knowledge
or skills before and after the implementation of a teaching strategy. This method provides insights into
how much learning has occurred as a result of the strategy. Before starting the unit, students take a quiz
to assess their baseline knowledge of the upcoming topic. After completing the unit using the
simulation, students take the same quiz. The teacher compares the results to determine how much
improvement has occurred. If students show a significant increase in scores, it suggests that the
simulation-based strategy was effective.
Student Feedback and Surveys. Getting student input on their experiences in the classroom
offers important insights into how successful a certain teaching method is. Students' opinions about how
the approach affected their comprehension and involvement can be found out through surveys,
interviews, or unofficial feedback sessions.
Comparative Analysis. It is possible to determine which teaching strategy is more effective by
comparing the results of the various approaches. This includes experimenting with many approaches in
comparable situations and evaluating the outcomes to determine which works best.
3. Communication with and Involvement of Parents in Their Children’s Learning:

The purpose of assessment for communication with and parental involvement in their children's
learning is to determine how well parental engagement initiatives work. In order to enhance student
achievement and provide a healthy learning environment, parents' active involvement and effective
communication are essential. Below are explanations of how to assess these aspects.
Parent Surveys and Feedback Forms. Surveys and feedback forms collected from parents can
provide insights into their perceptions of communication with teachers and their involvement in their
child's learning. These tools can assess the effectiveness of current strategies and identify areas for
improvement.
Parent-Teacher Conferences. One straightforward way to talk about a child's development and
include parents in the learning process is through parent-teacher conferences. The frequency, caliber,
and influence these conferences have on parent participation are all factors to consider when gauging
their efficacy.
Parental Involvement in School Activities. Assessing parental participation in school-related
events and activities offers valuable perspectives on the level of parental involvement in their child's
education. This may entail taking part in committees at school, special events, or voluntary work.