Challenges in Integrating TBA

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Despite the many benefits of technology-based assessment (TBA), why aren't they more commonly used in schools?

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What are the challenges in integrating TBA in the primary ESL classrooms?

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Challenges in Integrating Technology-Based Assessment

• Curriculum compliance

• Technology appropriateness

• Teacher preparedness

• Student readiness

• Implications for practice

• Future directions

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Success Criteria

By the end of this topic, I will be able to:

• explain the various factors that pose challenges in integrating technology-based assessment

• discuss the challenges face in a scenario where technology-based assessment is used

• examine the future directions of technology-based assessment

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Challenge 1: Curriculum Compliance

Ensuring alignment between technology-based assessments and the established curriculum is crucial.

• maintaining relevance

• coverage

• meeting educational standards

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Challenge 2: Technology Appropriateness

Selecting the right technology tools for assessment is a critical decision.

• compatibility

• reliability

• accessibility

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Challenge 3: Teacher Preparedness

Teachers must be adequately trained to effectively incorporate technology into assessment.

• overcoming technological barriers

• providing professional development

• adapting to new tools

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Poll

Imagine that you are undergoing your Phase 1 Practicum now. Right now, how prepared are you to integrate technology-based assessment in your own primary ESL classroom?

• Not prepared at all

• A little prepared

• Somewhat prepared

• Well-prepared

Challenge 4: Student Readiness

Assessing students' technological proficiency and ensuring they are comfortable with the tools used for assessment is vital.

• addressing the digital divide

• promoting equitable access for all students

36.9% of students across Malaysia did not own any electronic devices - https://www.astroawani.com/berita-malaysia/369-cent-pupils-do-not-have-electronic-devices-radzi-jidin-238505

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Implications for Practice

• Time and resources

  • additional time for preparation and implementation

  • adequate resources - financial and technological

• Goal and objectives

  • clearly defined goals and objectives of TBA

  • aligning with educational outcomes and ensuring measurability

• Techniques for implementation

  • appropriate assessment techniques to leverage technology

  • balancing formative and summative assessments, ensuring fairness, and preventing cheating

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