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ASSESSMENT of learning

Assessments and evaluations are an essential part of every child’s academic life, more so for children who who have learning gaps- which could be due to a disability or due to environmental factors.

At weCan, it is the first step in any programme. 

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A small weak link in academic progression, if strengthened, can not only fill academic gaps which in turn could help to address other psychological issues of underperformers.

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BASELINE ASSESSMENT- a full and individual initial evaluation of the child must be conducted, to gauge the present level of the child as against the expected levels and to identify week links in the foundational knowledge and concepts. It is an important beginning point for planning, remediation and special education if required.

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What is a Baseline Assessment?

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Benefits of using Baseline Assessments

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Services- Assessments

Identifying gaps and ascertaining a child’s academic level- requires, tried and tested methods, trained and experienced observations and most importantly expertise in the system of baseline and periodic assessments and for recording and tracking the progress. There are several tools- some are standardized and some are Curriculum Based Assessments which are teacher made. GLAD (Grade Level Assessment Device) which is primarily used to identify areas of learning difficulties. The standardized tool- The Competency Ladder- by NCERT is a scientific and accurate way of conducting baseline assessments.

The challenge lies in the optimum and most effective use of the tools.

​These are NOT the regular curriculum based assessments. weCan conducts these assessments in schools, wherein age approprate academic skills are assessed, using the competency ladder approach. 

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The importance of baseline assessments, especially as part of academic audits in schools, cannot be undermined. They are the foundation of education which provide the framework for planning educational needs of students. Baseline assessments are the first step in planning and implementing improved teaching and enhancing learning outcomes.

  • Assessments ascertain the child’s present level as against the expected level.

  • Specific learning gaps are identified.

  • Goal setting becomes an automatic part of the process.

  • In a mainstream classroom, this addresses one more challenge- grouping children of similar ability so that the concept of differential teaching and learning, can be applied.

CHILDREN DIAGNOSED WITH CONDITIONS & LEARNING DISABILITIES

Children diagnosed with difficulties and disabilities are assessed through different tools, mostly standardized.  The domains assessed are as per the individual child's needs- motor skills, personal development, emotional, language, social, academic etc. The objective of course remains the same. To be able to ascertain the present level of learning in order to define the short term and long term goals through. Special education intervention is not effective without individual education plans and for that baseline and periodic assessments are a must. 

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We at weCan take the assessment systems and processes very seriously. We constantly upgrade our strategies and finetune the tools to meet the needs of all kinds of learners- in mainstream schools or for special educational needs. 

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