The assessment component of classroom pragmatics

Question

The text begins by defining classroom pragmatics and then considering the first of its three components. In your essay, define the term "classroom pragmatics" and discuss the four aims of its first component, assessment. Give an example of how each purpose of assessment relates to your responsibility as a teacher. One of the aims is directly related to classroom instruction. Discuss some specific ways you can implement that component in your class on a regular basis.

What will be an ideal response?

Answer 1

ANS: Scoring guide:

Key elements that should appear in an appropriate response:

* A full-credit response clearly defines "classroom pragmatics" and provides a clear understanding of the four purposes of assessment ? for policymaking, selecting learning materials, funding, and measuring accountability.
* The second part of the assignment requires the student to note the way in which each of the four aims of assessment relates to the classroom teacher. A well-considered response reflects the student's awareness that policies, for example, are established as a result of what individuals or clusters of teachers do or fail to do. Quality of the response results in adding or deducting points.
* The third question is a professional judgment reflecting the student's previous experiences as well as readings and discussions. Full credit depends on both quality and quantity of practical and feasible responses relating to the student's intended major.