Teacher Assessment and Performance
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Teacher Assessment and Performance

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What is the primary purpose of assessment in education?

  • To gather information for educational decisions (correct)
  • To enforce discipline in the classroom
  • To evaluate teacher performance
  • To determine school funding requirements

    • How should teachers determine academic marks for students?

  • Using arbitrary criteria
  • By considering previous exams only
  • Following generally accepted procedures of evaluation (correct)
  • Based on a teacher's personal opinion

    • According to the Code of Ethics, what is a teacher's responsibility towards learners?

  • To maintain strict discipline at all times
  • To prioritize the interest and welfare of learners (correct)
  • To evaluate students based on popularity
  • To ensure a competitive environment

    • Which practice is explicitly prohibited for teachers under the Code of Ethics?

    <p>Using corporal punishment as a form of discipline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect should a teacher NOT consider while evaluating a learner's work?

    <p>Learner's background and personal circumstances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the flexible learning context in the new normal emphasize?

    <p>Student-centered approaches to assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of support should teachers provide according to the Code of Ethics?

    <p>Support for preventing or solving learners' problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence for not adhering to the procedures outlined in the Code of Ethics?

    <p>Invalidation of the teacher's qualifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the teaching and learning process according to the Career Stages?

    <p>To apply skills vital to the teaching profession</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic best defines a Highly Proficient Teacher?

    <p>Independence in skill application</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of the Career Stages represents teachers who have recently entered the profession?

    <p>Beginning Teachers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best describes the role of Distinguished Teachers in their professional environment?

    <p>They contribute as educators and leaders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a variety of assessment tools in education?

    <p>To inform and enhance teaching and learning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding Proficient Teachers?

    <p>They consistently display the highest standard of performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is suggested by the phrase 'sign posts along the way' in the context of teacher professional growth?

    <p>Indicators to help identify progress in teaching careers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about Distinguished Teachers?

    <p>They have reached the pinnacle of their career without further growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary purposes of the Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers (PPST)?

    <p>To set clear expectations of teachers across different career stages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the PPST contribute to teacher professional development?

    <p>By promoting ongoing professional learning for enhancement of teaching skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the PPST play in performance appraisals for teachers?

    <p>It offers a framework of uniform measures for assessing teacher performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of teaching does the PPST seek to build public confidence in?

    <p>Teacher professionalism and ongoing development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the PPST facilitate regarding promotions for teachers?

    <p>It engages teachers in the selection and promotion process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary focus of the course on assessment in learning?

    <p>Principles of conventional assessment tools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which skill is NOT explicitly mentioned as one of the 21st century skills to be developed in the course?

    <p>Civic engagement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What outcome is expected from pre-service teachers regarding assessment results?

    <p>To interpret results to enhance teaching and learning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which performance indicator involves the use of technology?

    <p>Keeping accurate records</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of assessment tools are pre-service teachers expected to design in the course?

    <p>Conventional or pen-and-paper assessments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the final desired outcome for pre-service teachers?

    <p>Show skills in developing and using high quality written tests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which activity is included in the course to support the teaching-learning process?

    <p>Utilizing varied learning opportunities with technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized regarding the feedback process in the course?

    <p>Timely feedback to peers is important</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Professional Standards for Teachers primarily articulate?

    <p>Professional accountability of teachers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage in the Teacher Professional Development Framework represents 'Distinguished' teachers?

    <p>Stage 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the Teacher Entry Requirement for beginning teachers?

    <p>Teaching certification at Stage 1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Teacher Development' primarily emphasize according to the framework?

    <p>Professional growth of teachers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage is characterized by teachers who have gained professional independence?

    <p>Stage 2 (Proficient)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Professional Standards, which aspect does not represent what teachers should value?

    <p>Personal teaching styles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a requirement for teachers to achieve certification at Stage 2?

    <p>Successful completion of a classroom observation tool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the framework, what does the term 'Proficient' imply for teachers in Stage 1?

    <p>They demonstrate basic proficiency in teaching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Teacher Assessment and Performance

    • The Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers (PPST) sets expectations for teachers at different career stages, from beginning to distinguished practice.
    • The PPST is used as a framework for teacher learning and development programs, selection, promotion, and performance appraisal.
    • It provides a basis for public confidence in and support for the work of teachers.
    • The PPST emphasizes the importance of ongoing professional learning for teachers to enhance their practice and effectively implement the K to 12 Program.
    • The PPST is a public statement of professional accountability that makes explicit what teachers should know, be able to do, and value in the profession.
    • Teachers are certified at Career Stages 2, 3, and 4
    • All performance appraisals for teachers are based on the PPST.
    • The PPST is a framework for teacher quality and development.
    • Internationally, teacher quality is articulated in professional standards for teachers.
    • Teacher professional development framework includes a career path with four stages: Beginning, Proficient, Highly Proficient, and Distinguished.

    The Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers

    • Article VIII of the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers (PRC Res.# 435 s1997) focuses on teachers and learners.
    • Teachers have a right and a duty to determine academic marks and promotions in accordance with generally accepted procedures.
    • Teachers must ensure the interest and welfare of learners are put first.
    • Teachers must not be prejudiced or discriminate against learners.
    • The evaluation of learner’s work must be based on merit and quality.
    • Teachers are prohibited from using corporal punishment.
    • Teachers must ensure conditions that contribute to the maximum development of learners are adequate.
    • Teachers must extend assistance in preventing or solving learners' problems and difficulties.

    Assessment in Learning

    • Assessment is the process of obtaining information used to make educational decisions about students, provide feedback, judge instructional effectiveness, and inform policy.
    • It encompasses the assessment of, as, and for learning.

    Ed 9: Assessment in Learning 1

    • The course focuses on the principles, development, and use of conventional assessment tools to improve the teaching-learning process.
    • It emphasizes the use of assessment for measuring knowledge and thinking skills in the cognitive domain.
    • The course equips pre-service teachers with the skills for test development and its application in assessing learning.
    • It provides training in scoring, organizing, analyzing, interpreting, and communicating assessment results.
    • The course integrates technology and offers varied learning opportunities to meet program outcomes and standards.
    • The course aims to develop 21st-century skills in pre-service teachers, including collaboration, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and creative thinking.

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    This quiz explores the Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers (PPST) and its role in teacher assessment and development. It covers key aspects such as performance appraisal, career stages, and the importance of ongoing professional learning. Participants will gain insights into how the PPST supports teacher quality and accountability within the educational system.

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