Educational evaluation is vital for improving learning, guiding informed decisions, ensuring accountability, and driving continuous improvement. It helps us understand what works and why, allowing us to refine methods, allocate resources effectively, and validate successful practices.
Effective evaluation is goal-oriented, using a mix of quantitative and qualitative data. It actively involves all stakeholders and provides timely, actionable feedback. Ultimately, it fosters a culture of learning and growth, not just judgment.
I'd like to evaluate the impact of an AI-powered adaptive learning platform (e.g., MathGenius AI) on Grade 7 student engagement and academic performance in mathematics.
My goals are to:
1. Measure its effect on math achievement.
2. Assess its influence on student motivation and enjoyment.
3. Gather teacher perceptions on its usability and effectiveness.
4. Identify any unintended consequences.
I'd use a mixed-methods approach:
• A quasi-experimental design with pre/post-tests comparing a group using MathGenius AI to a control group.
• Qualitative data from student surveys/focus groups, teacher interviews, and classroom observations to understand experiences and perceptions.
• Quantitative data from the platform itself, tracking usage and performance within the AI.
This evaluation would help determine if such platforms should be widely adopted, inform teacher training, and guide future platform development.

• Dena My

• Despite its global prevalence, the evaluation field remains largely a self-regulated profession.
• There is a need for more in-depth examination of simplistic understandings of evaluation and the lack of higher standards.
• There is a belief that professional evaluations and evaluators must be held accountable to higher standards to serve the public interest.

• Minh Phung Bui

Effective education demands continuous evaluation using diverse data (quantitative, qualitative, student & teacher feedback) to inform improvements in curriculum, teaching, and resources, ensuring accountability and responsiveness to learners' needs.

• Glyka Angel Raganas

We evaluate education to see if it's working. This helps us improve teaching, learning materials, and the whole system. Effective evaluation uses various methods like tests, observations of teaching, and student feedback. It's important to look at the results, figure out what's working well and what needs changing, and then make improvements based on that information.@Ahmad Rifai,

• Glyka Angel Raganas

We evaluate education to see if it's working. This helps us improve teaching, learning materials, and the whole system. Effective evaluation uses various methods like tests, observations of teaching, and student feedback. It's important to look at the results, figure out what's working well and what needs changing, and then make improvements based on that information.

• Glyka Angel Raganas

Evaluating what we do in education is crucial for a variety of reasons. Assessment allows us to identify strengths and weaknesses in both teaching and learning strategies, leading to improvements in the curriculum and instructional methods. It ensures that students acquire the necessary skills and knowledge based on established standards. Furthermore, assessments provide timely and specific feedback, helping students understand areas that need improvement and aiding them in creating more effective learning plans. Data from assessments also plays a key role in making informed decisions regarding educational policy, resource allocation, and curriculum development. Finally, evaluation ensures accountability, holding both teachers and schools responsible for the quality of education and the effectiveness of their teaching processes.

To evaluate effectively, it is important to:

Use a variety of assessment methods to gain a holistic understanding of students' abilities and progress.

Focus on utilizing assessments to enhance learning, rather than merely testing knowledge.

Design assessments to be objective, free from biases related to factors like gender, background, or socioeconomic status.

Provide detailed and timely feedback, enabling students to recognize their strengths and areas for improvement.

Increase the use of assessment tools and software to accurately collect, analyze, and manage assessment data.

Continuously improve evaluation methods with input from all relevant stakeholders, including experts, employers, parents, students, educators, and administrators.

In summary, assessment is an essential part of ensuring quality teaching and learning. To evaluate effectively, we must employ a variety of methods, ensure fairness and objectivity, provide timely feedback, and continuously refine evaluation practices to meet the needs of students and improve overall education quality.
@Padma Aulia,@Firda Rizqa Istianah,@Ajeng Citra Larassati Ajeng,@Rifki Ariyanto,

• Fadilla Fadlan

Purpose and Process of Educational Evaluation

Educational evaluation uses standardized tests to measure students’ academic abilities in various subjects. The results indicate whether students are struggling in all areas or only in certain subjects. This evaluation is usually conducted by an educational or psychological expert with a master’s or doctoral degree, and takes about three to five hours.

Educational evaluation also includes assessing the success of intervention programs, whether in terms of academic (e.g., reading ability), behavioral, emotional, and social (e.g., anti-bullying programs), or overall school system changes (e.g., inclusive education).

The Importance of Educational Evaluation

Educational evaluation plays an important role in the teaching and learning process, with the following purposes:

Diagnostic: Evaluation helps teachers identify and address problems faced by students.
Remedial: Once problems are identified, evaluation helps find appropriate solutions to improve students’ personality and behavior.
Goal Setting: Evaluation helps clarify educational goals, namely changes in student behavior, and measures the achievement of those goals.
Guidance: Evaluation provides teachers with the information they need to provide appropriate guidance to students based on their talents, interests, and intelligence.
Classification: Evaluation helps teachers group students based on their intelligence, ability, and interest levels.
Improving the Teaching and Learning Process: Evaluation helps teachers improve the effectiveness of teaching and develop students' personalities.
In short, educational evaluation aims to provide evidence that interventions can improve educational outcomes. The purpose of this evaluation continues to evolve along with the development of educational assessment parameters. @Fadilla Fadlan,@Padma Aulia,@Firda Rizqa Istianah,@Ardelia Indriani Putri,

• Ajeng Citra Larassati Ajeng

Mengevaluasi praktik pendidikan sangat penting untuk meningkatkan hasil siswa, memastikan akuntabilitas, alokasi sumber daya yang efisien, mendorong pengembangan profesional, dan mendorong inovasi. Evaluasi mengidentifikasi metode yang efektif, membantu pendidik memperbaiki pendekatan mereka untuk mendukung pembelajaran, sambil memberikan transparansi kepada pemangku kepentingan seperti orang tua dan pembuat kebijakan. Evaluasi juga menginformasikan distribusi sumber daya dan membantu pertumbuhan profesional pendidik dengan memberikan umpan balik tentang praktik pengajaran. Evaluasi yang berkelanjutan mendorong adopsi metode pengajaran dan teknologi yang inovatif.

Metode evaluasi yang efektif meliputi penilaian formatif dan sumatif untuk menyesuaikan dan mengukur kegiatan pembelajaran, ujian standar untuk penilaian kinerja yang konsisten, tinjauan sejawat untuk perbaikan pengajaran, umpan balik dari siswa untuk mengidentifikasi kekuatan dan area yang perlu ditingkatkan dalam pengajaran, analitik pembelajaran untuk memeriksa keterlibatan dan kinerja, serta metode kualitatif seperti wawancara untuk mendapatkan wawasan yang lebih mendalam.

Agar evaluasi efektif, tujuan yang jelas harus ditetapkan, penggunaan campuran ukuran kuantitatif dan kualitatif harus dilakukan, proses harus dianggap sebagai suatu yang berkelanjutan untuk perbaikan terus-menerus, keterlibatan pemangku kepentingan sangat penting untuk relevansinya, dan pertimbangan etis harus diprioritaskan untuk menghormati privasi peserta. Melalui praktik ini, evaluasi pendidikan berkontribusi pada sistem pendidikan yang lebih efektif, adil, dan responsif. @Firda Rizqa Istianah,@Rifki Ariyanto,@Padma Aulia,

• Salsabila Jamal

Mengevaluasi praktik pendidikan sangat penting untuk meningkatkan hasil siswa, memastikan akuntabilitas, alokasi sumber daya yang efisien, mendorong pengembangan profesional, dan mendorong inovasi. Evaluasi mengidentifikasi metode yang efektif, membantu pendidik memperbaiki pendekatan mereka untuk mendukung pembelajaran, sambil memberikan transparansi kepada pemangku kepentingan seperti orang tua dan pembuat kebijakan. Evaluasi juga menginformasikan distribusi sumber daya dan membantu pertumbuhan profesional pendidik dengan memberikan umpan balik tentang praktik pengajaran. Evaluasi yang berkelanjutan mendorong adopsi metode pengajaran dan teknologi yang inovatif.

Metode evaluasi yang efektif meliputi penilaian formatif dan sumatif untuk menyesuaikan dan mengukur kegiatan pembelajaran, ujian standar untuk penilaian kinerja yang konsisten, tinjauan sejawat untuk perbaikan pengajaran, umpan balik dari siswa untuk mengidentifikasi kekuatan dan area yang perlu ditingkatkan dalam pengajaran, analitik pembelajaran untuk memeriksa keterlibatan dan kinerja, serta metode kualitatif seperti wawancara untuk mendapatkan wawasan yang lebih mendalam.

Agar evaluasi efektif, tujuan yang jelas harus ditetapkan, penggunaan campuran ukuran kuantitatif dan kualitatif harus dilakukan, proses harus dianggap sebagai suatu yang berkelanjutan untuk perbaikan terus-menerus, keterlibatan pemangku kepentingan sangat penting untuk relevansinya, dan pertimbangan etis harus diprioritaskan untuk menghormati privasi peserta. Melalui praktik ini, evaluasi pendidikan berkontribusi pada sistem pendidikan yang lebih efektif, adil, dan responsif. @Firda Rizqa Istianah,@Rifki Ariyanto,@Padma Aulia,

• Salsabila Jamal

Mengevaluasi praktik pendidikan sangat penting untuk meningkatkan hasil siswa, memastikan akuntabilitas, alokasi sumber daya yang efisien, mendorong pengembangan profesional, dan mendorong inovasi. Evaluasi mengidentifikasi metode yang efektif, membantu pendidik memperbaiki pendekatan mereka untuk mendukung pembelajaran, sambil memberikan transparansi kepada pemangku kepentingan seperti orang tua dan pembuat kebijakan. Evaluasi juga menginformasikan distribusi sumber daya dan membantu pertumbuhan profesional pendidik dengan memberikan umpan balik tentang praktik pengajaran. Evaluasi yang berkelanjutan mendorong adopsi metode pengajaran dan teknologi yang inovatif.

Metode evaluasi yang efektif meliputi penilaian formatif dan sumatif untuk menyesuaikan dan mengukur kegiatan pembelajaran, ujian standar untuk penilaian kinerja yang konsisten, tinjauan sejawat untuk perbaikan pengajaran, umpan balik dari siswa untuk mengidentifikasi kekuatan dan area yang perlu ditingkatkan dalam pengajaran, analitik pembelajaran untuk memeriksa keterlibatan dan kinerja, serta metode kualitatif seperti wawancara untuk mendapatkan wawasan yang lebih mendalam.

Agar evaluasi efektif, tujuan yang jelas harus ditetapkan, penggunaan campuran ukuran kuantitatif dan kualitatif harus dilakukan, proses harus dianggap sebagai suatu yang berkelanjutan untuk perbaikan terus-menerus, keterlibatan pemangku kepentingan sangat penting untuk relevansinya, dan pertimbangan etis harus diprioritaskan untuk menghormati privasi peserta. Melalui praktik ini, evaluasi pendidikan berkontribusi pada sistem pendidikan yang lebih efektif, adil, dan responsif. @Firda Rizqa Istianah,@Rifki Ariyanto,@Padma Aulia,

• Salsabila Jamal