[Date]
AED3701 Assignment
3 2024 (738471) -
DUE 20 August 2024
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
,AED3701 Assignment 3 2024 (738471) - DUE 20 August 2024
QUESTION 1
1.1 Read each question carefully and select the most appropriate answer from the
options provided. Indicate your choice by writing the correct letter next to the
question number (e.g., 1.11 a).
1.1.1 A teacher is planning a lesson on assessment practices for a professional
development workshop. Which option best reflects the significance of curriculum
theory in shaping assessment approaches as outlined in the provided information?
a.Curriculum theory has no bearing on how assessments are conducted inschools.
b.Curriculum theory informs teachers about subject content but not
assessmentmethods. c.Curriculum theory guides teachers in aligning teaching,
learning andassessment practices. d.Curriculum theory solely focuses on designing
summative assessments.
1.1.2 One learner whose first language is not English struggles with written
assessments. How can the teacher ensure fair assessment for this learner while
considering cultural diversity?
a.Provide a written test with multiple-choice questions.
b.Allow the learner extra time to complete a written assessment.
c.Offer an oral assessment option in addition to written tasks. d.Implement group
assessments to encourage collaboration.
1.1.3 A teacher wants to promote positive learner engagement in the classroom by
designing challenging and authentic assessment tasks. However, some learners
need to be more energised and motivated due to personal challenges at home.
, Which strategy would most effectively promote positive learner engagement in this
scenario? a.Providing rewards for completing assessments. b.Offering additional
support and encouragement to struggling learners. c.Ignoring personal challenges
and focusing solely on academic tasks.
d.Implementing standardised assessments to maintain fairness.
1.1.4 A teacher wants to utilise ICT-based assessments to effectively evaluate
learners' learning and performance. However, some learners need access to
technological devices at home. Which approach would be most appropriate for
ensuring equitable assessment using ICT? a.Providing technological devices for all
learners. b.Alternative assessment options are offered for learners who need access
totechnology. c.Implementing peer assessment to supplement ICT-based
assessments. d.Ignoring technological limitations and proceeding with ICT-
basedassessments.
1.1.5 A Grade 10 teacher is planning an assessment for an upcoming unit on
mathematics. Which assessment approach would align best with the constructivist
learning theory, as discussed in the provided information? a.Administering a final
exam at the end of the unit. b.Providing feedback throughout the learning process.
c.Assigning homework only after covering all topics. d.Conducting a group project
without individual feedback. (5x2=10)
1.2 Match the terms in Column A with the statements in Column B. Write down
the numbers in Column A and then give the correct matching letter in Column B.
For example:
2.1.1 F. Column A Column B
1.2.1 Considers the cognitive levels of learning when designing assessment
questions.
AED3701 Assignment
3 2024 (738471) -
DUE 20 August 2024
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS
,AED3701 Assignment 3 2024 (738471) - DUE 20 August 2024
QUESTION 1
1.1 Read each question carefully and select the most appropriate answer from the
options provided. Indicate your choice by writing the correct letter next to the
question number (e.g., 1.11 a).
1.1.1 A teacher is planning a lesson on assessment practices for a professional
development workshop. Which option best reflects the significance of curriculum
theory in shaping assessment approaches as outlined in the provided information?
a.Curriculum theory has no bearing on how assessments are conducted inschools.
b.Curriculum theory informs teachers about subject content but not
assessmentmethods. c.Curriculum theory guides teachers in aligning teaching,
learning andassessment practices. d.Curriculum theory solely focuses on designing
summative assessments.
1.1.2 One learner whose first language is not English struggles with written
assessments. How can the teacher ensure fair assessment for this learner while
considering cultural diversity?
a.Provide a written test with multiple-choice questions.
b.Allow the learner extra time to complete a written assessment.
c.Offer an oral assessment option in addition to written tasks. d.Implement group
assessments to encourage collaboration.
1.1.3 A teacher wants to promote positive learner engagement in the classroom by
designing challenging and authentic assessment tasks. However, some learners
need to be more energised and motivated due to personal challenges at home.
, Which strategy would most effectively promote positive learner engagement in this
scenario? a.Providing rewards for completing assessments. b.Offering additional
support and encouragement to struggling learners. c.Ignoring personal challenges
and focusing solely on academic tasks.
d.Implementing standardised assessments to maintain fairness.
1.1.4 A teacher wants to utilise ICT-based assessments to effectively evaluate
learners' learning and performance. However, some learners need access to
technological devices at home. Which approach would be most appropriate for
ensuring equitable assessment using ICT? a.Providing technological devices for all
learners. b.Alternative assessment options are offered for learners who need access
totechnology. c.Implementing peer assessment to supplement ICT-based
assessments. d.Ignoring technological limitations and proceeding with ICT-
basedassessments.
1.1.5 A Grade 10 teacher is planning an assessment for an upcoming unit on
mathematics. Which assessment approach would align best with the constructivist
learning theory, as discussed in the provided information? a.Administering a final
exam at the end of the unit. b.Providing feedback throughout the learning process.
c.Assigning homework only after covering all topics. d.Conducting a group project
without individual feedback. (5x2=10)
1.2 Match the terms in Column A with the statements in Column B. Write down
the numbers in Column A and then give the correct matching letter in Column B.
For example:
2.1.1 F. Column A Column B
1.2.1 Considers the cognitive levels of learning when designing assessment
questions.
