In todays edu-info post we review the importance of doing baseline assessment with a special focus on learners in the foundation phase. Lets start with the obvious question, namely
What are Baseline School Assessments?
Baseline school assessments are standardized tests or evaluations conducted at the beginning of a school year, term, or instructional period. Their primary purpose is to establish a benchmark or baseline for a student’s knowledge, skills, and abilities in specific subject areas or domains. These assessments provide teachers and educators with valuable data on each student’s starting point, allowing them to tailor instruction, identify learning gaps, and plan appropriate interventions.
Why Are Baseline Assessments Important?
Baseline assessments play a crucial role in the education system by providing valuable insights into students’ knowledge, skills, and abilities at the beginning of a new academic year or instructional period. These assessments offer numerous benefits that impact teaching and learning:
In the example the teacher has given the learners the instruction to draw a picture of themselves. Below you will see some of the work the learners have returned to the teacher. Now give some thought as to what each picture reveals about the baseline knowledge, skill and ability of these foundation phase learners.