“SQUARE, FIVE!” OR WHAT IS THE BEST ASSESSMENT SYSTEM BETTER?

KNOWLEDGE ASSESSMENT SYSTEM
An important part of the educational process is the knowledge assessment system. This is the basis for checking the quality of assimilation of the material. Overseas, 10-, 12-, and 100-point systems have long been introduced, although parents in the post-Soviet space are more familiar with the classic 5-point rating system. Since 2000, domestic educational institutions have been using a 12-point grading system.

What scale will allow a more complete assessment of knowledge? What to pay attention to when evaluating? What is the child’s reaction to evaluating their successes and what do evaluations mean for them? Continue reading →