Assessment for Learning MOOC’s Updates
Evaluating What We Do in Education — A Step Toward Better Learning
Evaluation is not about pointing out failures — it’s about making sure our efforts actually help students grow. In education, we constantly make decisions about instruction, assessment, and classroom strategies. Without evaluation, we’re just guessing. By looking at evidence from student performance and feedback, we can understand what’s working well and what needs to change. When done right, evaluation becomes part of a continuous improvement cycle that supports both teachers and learners.
For this activity, I’d like to propose an evaluation idea focused on Improving Students’ Digital Literacy Skills in Senior High School:
Educational Evaluation Proposal
Goal:
To determine whether the current ICT instructional strategies effectively build digital literacy skills needed for higher education and future work.
Key Questions:
Are students gaining the necessary skills (e.g., online safety, digital communication, basic productivity tools)?
Which learning activities help students develop confidence and independence in using technology?
What challenges do students face when applying digital skills in real tasks?
Data to Collect:
Students’ performance on digital tasks (e-portfolios, presentations, and practical outputs)
Surveys and reflections about students’ comfort with technology
Teacher interviews focused on challenges in instruction
Analytic data from digital platforms (engagement, task completion trends)
Strengths of This Evaluation:
✔ Focuses on real-life skills, not just test scores
✔ Uses multiple types of evidence, giving a fuller picture of learning
✔ Helps align teaching strategies with student needs and job-market demands
Weaknesses or Challenges:
✘ Requires time and training to gather and interpret data
✘ Some students may lack access to stable technology outside school
✘ Findings must be supported by administration to translate into real improvements

