Evaluation Techniques Evaluation Techniques Teachers should utilize a variety of evaluation techniques to monitor students' language growth and development. Techniques appropriate for monitoring progress at the elementary level are outlined on the following pages. A Teacher Handbook , Saskatchewan Education, 1991. Observation Observation of students as they use language in various learning experiences is the most important component of instruction and evaluation. Observation involves much more than teachers simply interacting with students or watching and listening to students in the classroom.
Observation involves the systematic collection of observable data and analysis of that information.
Knowledge of the developmental nature of language acquisition assists teachers in interpreting their observations. These interpretations are used to plan or modify instruction. Focus on specific criteria and a small number of students for a specific period of time when making observations. Observe students working independently and as members of a group. Record unexpected occurrences which also provide valuable observational data.