The choice of evaluation will depend upon the lesson objectives, students needs and levels of ability. Informal Observation Observation of students in a natural setting provides information about students effort, attitudes and cooperative learning skills. A method of such informal observation would be to scan the classroom periodically as the students are working. Informal jot notes on students strengths and weaknesses are important for record keeping. It is often valuable to formally observe students progress.
Teachers can easily pinpoint student achievement.
A significant advantage for students is the ability to identify where they have demonstrated mastery and areas that require improvement. Evaluation rubrics are commonly used by teachers. One on one conferencing is an opportunity for the teachers to familiarize and interact with individual students. Teachers will discover individual needs, interests and attitudes. It will aid in the structuring of groups as teachers observe patterns and similarities.