VISIBLE LEARNING - CHECKING

Which metaphorical image is used to compare the importance of visible learning in educational practices?

• Intel CPU inside

• software

• hardware   

• screen

Rearrange the influences in terms of their order of ES (Effective size) - from lowest to highest

1. classroom discussion

2. structure of class or school

3. use of powerpoint

4. teachers working as facilitators

5. individualised instruction

• 2 - 5 - 3 - 1 - 4

• 4 - 1 - 2 - 5 - 3

• 1 - 2 - 5 - 3 - 4

• 4 - 2 - 1 - 5 – 3

According to Hattie’s mind frames, teachers are employed to be a _______.

• facilitators

• developers

• constructivists

• change agents

What teachers should do is to say to students “Do your best” and let them reach their potential.

True or False?

• True

• False

In visible learning, teachers need to move from the divide of assessment as ‘assessment of ’ and ‘assessment for’ to 'assessment as feedback for teachers'

True or False?

• True

• False

According to the visible learning theory, which of the following is NOT a factor in creating a positive learning environment?

• Errors are welcomed and fostered

• Providing timely, specific, and task-focused feedback

• Encouraging self-assessment and self-regulation

• Avoiding the discussion of errors and mistakes

In the context of visible learning, what is the primary role of teachers as evaluators?

• Teachers should primarily focus on the overall performance of the students regardless individual learning needs.

• Teachers should evaluate the effect of their teaching strategies on student learning and adapt their methods based on this evaluation.

• Teachers should concentrate on preparing students for standardized tests.

• Teachers should only rely on students' feedback to adjust their teaching practices.

What is the main focus of task-level feedback?

• Giving praise for students' effort.

• Correcting mistakes and providing solutions to assignments.

• Guiding students to self-assess their work.

• Helping students develop planning skills.

Why is timely feedback important?

• It helps students easily forget the lesson.

• It makes students feel more confident in the lesson.

• It allows students to apply corrections while the material is still fresh.

• It gives teachers more time to thoroughly assess the work.

How does feedback as a dialogue benefit students?

• It gives students more time to complete their work.

• It encourages students to ask questions and clarify feedback, leading to deeper understanding.

• It helps students receive more positive feedback.

• It allows teachers to finish feedback more quickly.