AS4ODFL (PAC) Challenges and possibilities of applied activity-based and integrated assessment

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it is true that networking is much harder for remote workers especially teachers and students…

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The biggest challenge in my country regarding applied activity-based and integrated assessment is the internet access and that makes it impossible. Another major challenge is
if we do , every individual should have access to Electronic Devices/ Computer and have better knowledge in ICT. this won’t waste more time to navigate online courses.
Otherwise, the delivery will be applicable but poor participation.

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I believe three of our main challenges in PNG with regard to applying activity-based and integrated assessment online would be:

  1. Lack of ICT Infrastructure in many parts, especially remote areas, of our country.
  2. Teachers lacking ICT Knowledge. Needs more training in this area on how to use different platforms and tools to set assessment online.
  3. Many students not equipped with gadgets to access information online.

In terms of possibilities, we have a wide network of Digicel coverage. We (both teachers and students) can always use tablets to deliver and receive teaching and assessment online if we all are:

  1. Provided with a tablet or touch screen phone each
  2. Educated well on the platforms and tools to be used in that online learning environment.
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In my context, internet connectivity is a major setback as we experience disruptions from time to time. Another challenge is the fact that most of us faculty may not have adequate exposure to online technologies to integrate in our online teaching.

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Hello everyone,

I know that I am three years late to this discussion but I just got enrolled to this course today.
Regardless, here is my contribution to the topic.

As an English Language teacher in a senior secondary school in Nigeria, I’m excited to explore the possibilities of applied activity-based and integrated assessment in my context.

One challenge I anticipate is limited access to technology and internet connectivity, which might hinder the use of digital tools for assessment. However, this could also be an opportunity to develop more creative, low-tech solutions that still promote engagement and critical thinking.

Another challenge is the emphasis on high-stakes exams in our education system, which can make it difficult to prioritize activity-based and integrated assessment. Nevertheless, I believe that incorporating these approaches can actually help students perform better in exams, as they’ll be more engaged and confident in their learning.

Some possibilities I see for applied activity-based and integrated assessment in my context include:

  1. Using group projects and presentations to assess students’ understanding of literary texts and language concepts.

  2. Incorporating peer review and self-assessment to help students develop critical thinking and reflection skills.

  3. Designing role-plays and simulations to assess students’ ability to apply language skills in real-world contexts.

  4. Using authentic materials and real-world scenarios to make assessments more relevant and engaging.

Thank you everyone.

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The challenge that we may experience is the internet access to complete the activities online,

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Good day, everyone

I am an educator in the Northern Cape, South Africa. To be honest, I am really not that good with technology, but realises that as educator, I have to move with the times. I teach in a rural area, a very small town called Petrusville.

Challenges that I foresee in our part are :

  1. Access to the Internet and / or mobile devices.
  2. Students and educators lacking the necessary skills to execute this exercise properly /accurately.

I do believe, however, that where there is a will, there is a way.
So, starting at school where there is wifi and a computer room ( just got it!), we can eplore the possibilities of activity based integrated assessment online.

Thank you.

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Hi
I am an educator in Limpopo so far the applied activity and intergraded assessment to me has been a challenge because i am doing them with no guidance or contact with the lecture so most of the things that i do i have a struggle within myself weather i am doing it in the right way or not but when i receive badge or a pass i feel happy.

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It will be difficult because most of my learners do not even have mobile devices and the school does not supply us with computers

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Limited access to technology, materials, and funding are some of the constraints that I face in my own teaching context

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In my polytechnic context, the following challenges and possibilities of applied activity-based and integrated assessment include:

(a) Challenges: Lack of up-to-date devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops, interactive boards, etc), epileptic power supply from the national grid and limited solar power resources, unreliable institutional Wi-fi connection, and unbearable cost of personal data plans.

(b) Opportunities: Being a state government-owned tertiary institution, improved statutory allocation from the federation accounts occasioned by the removal of fuel subsidy has started yielding positive results in infrastructure, facilities, academic consumables, etc. Rehabilitation and upgrading stance of education intervention agency (Tertiary Education Fund - Tetfund) has given renewed hope in solving most of the challenges identified, while supports from Commonwealth of Learning (COL) to Mai Idris Alooma Polytechnic Geidam through our blended learning (Open Distance and Flexible eLearning -ODFeL) having be granted accredittion approval for three (3) programmes - National Diploma in Accountancy, National Diploma in Business Administration and Management and National Diploma in Computer Science.

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This is challenge being faced in developing economies like mine.

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This is the challenge educators face but this course AS4ODFL is opening our eyes.