This document outlines a student's field study assignment to observe assessment tools used by three resource teachers. It includes sections for the student's target, performance criteria, analysis questions, reflections, and a portfolio assignment. The student's map details the steps of their study, which are to review assessment tools, observe three classes and interview teachers, identify proofs of tools used, reflect on their experience, and complete a portfolio table describing appropriate uses of different assessment methods.
1. F i e l d S t u d y 5
USING APPROPRIATE ASSESSMENT TOOLS
Name of FS Student
Course Year & Section
Resource Teacher 1 ___________________________ Signature _____________ Date_______
Resource Teacher 2 ___________________________ Signature _____________ Date_______
Resource Teacher 3 ___________________________ Signature _____________ Date_______
Cooperating School
My Target
In this Episode, I must be able to identify assessment strategies/ activities used by at
least 3 Resource Teachers.
My Performance (How Will I Be Rated)
Field Study 3 – Technology in the Learning Environment
Tasks
Exemplary
4
Superior
3
Satisfactory
2
Unsatisfactory
1
Observation/
Documentation:
All tasks were
done with
outstanding
quality; work
exceeds
expectation
All or nearly all
Tasks were done
with high quality
Nearly all tasks
were done with
acceptable
quality
Fewer than half of
tasks were done; or
most objectives met
but with poor
quality
4 3 2 1
My Analysis Analysis
Question were
answered
completely; in
depth answers;
thoroughly
grounded on
theories
exemplary
grammar and
Analysis
questions were
answered
completely
Clear connection
with theories
Grammar and
spelling are
Analysis
Questions were
Not answered
completely.
Vaguely related
To the theories
Grammar and
spelling
`Analysis questions
were not answered.
Grammar and
spelling
unsatisfactory.
Episode 2
2. F i e l d S t u d y 5
Transmutation of score to grade/rating
Score Grade Score Grade
20 - 1.0 - 99 12-13 - 2.50 - 81
18-19 - 1.25 - 96 11 - 2.75 - 78
17 - 1.5 - 93 10 - 3.00 - 75
16 - 1.75 - 90 8-9 - 3.5 - 72 and
15 - 2.00 - 87 7-below - 5.00 - below
14 - 2.25 - 84
spelling superior. acceptable.
4 3 2 1
My Reflection Reflection
statements are
profound and
clear, supported
by experiences
from the
episode.
Reflection
statements are
clear, but not
clearly supported
by experiences
from the
episode.
Reflection
statements are
shallow;
supported by the
experiences from
the episode
Reflection
statements are
unclear shallow and
are not supported
by experiences
from the episode.
4 3 2 1
My Portfolio Portfolio is
complete, clear,
well organized
and all
supporting
documentation
are located in
sections clearly
designated.
Portfolio is
complete, clear,
well organized
and most
supporting
documentation
are available
and/or in logical
and clearly
marked
locations.
Portfolio is
incomplete
supporting
documentation is
organized but is
lacking.
Portfolio has many
lacking
component’s;
unorganized and
unclear’
4 3 2 1
Submission
Before deadline On the deadline A day after the
deadline
Two days or more
after the deadline
4 3 2 1
Over-all Score
Rating:
(Based on
Transmutation)
_______________________________ _____________________
Signature of FS Teacher Date
above Printed Name
3. F i e l d S t u d y 5
My Map
I will go through the following steps:
My Tools
OBSERVATION CHECKLIST
Which method was used? Please score.
Assessment method Tally Frequency
1.Written response instruments
a. Multiple choice
b. True-False
c. Matching
d. Short answer
e. Completion test
2. Product Rating Scales (for book reports,
projects, other creative endeavors)
3. Performance tests (using a microscope,
solving math word problem)
4. Performance checklist
5. Oral Questioning
6. Observation and self-reports.
Step 2.
I will observe 3 different
classes, interview 3
Resource Teachers and
request for documents
from them when
necessary.
Step 4
Guided by a question/questions,
I will reflect on my experience
then write down my reflection.
Step 3.
I will identify
proofs of the
use of these
assessment
tools.
Step 1.
I will review appropriateness of
assessment tool in
Assessment of learning 2, 2007 by
Santos, Rosita, pp. 11-22
Assessment of Learning 1, 2007 by
Santos, Rosita, pp. 24-32 and other
references.
4. F i e l d S t u d y 5
My Analysis
1. Which assessment method/s did I observe to be most often used? Least often used? What
could explain such observations?
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2. If I were to re-teach the same lesson would I assess learning in the same way as my Resource
Teachers did? Explain.
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3. Which of assessment methods are categorized as traditional assessment? Which ones are
classified as authentic assessment?
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4. How does traditional assessment differ from authentic assessment?
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5. F i e l d S t u d y 5
My Reflections
1. Is there such a thing as best assessment method or an assessment method that is
appropriate for all types of learning?
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6. F i e l d S t u d y 5
My Portfolio
Complete the table on assessment methods.
Write the most appropriate use of each assessment method. To complete the Table do not
hesitate to go further research.
Assessment Method Appropriate use (When to use it)
1. Written response instruments
a. Multiple Choice
b. True – False
c. Matching Type
d. Short answer
7. F i e l d S t u d y 5
Assessment Method Appropriate use (When to use it)
e. Completion test
f. Essay
2. Product Rating Scales (for book reports,
projects, other creative endeavors)
3. Performance tests (Using a microscope,
solving Math word problem)
a. Performance checklist
4. Oral questioning
5. Observation and self – reports