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Dear Sir/Madam,
RE: REQUEST FOR YOUR CHILD TO PARTICIPATE IN GROUP OBSERVATION
Hello, I am hoping this finds you well. I am writing to request your permission for your child to participate in group observation. Assessment of observation groups is an effective method to comprehend children’s development and learning. Young children’s learning manifests in their interaction and play. It is through our observation and analysis of what we note that we start to understand how kids make meaning in their realm, and we get to tell what they know and their capabilities. Also, observation enables teachers to continually be aware of what is going around the kid’s life and adopt and modify the child’s behaviour. This way, teachers can identify how learning gaps can be closed by giving the kids roles that they can handle effectively. Moreover, teachers can determine what needs improvement and teach them easier ways of effectively completing their tasks.
Assessing kids’ participation in groups helps in recognizing their strengths and weaknesses in task participation, and through this, teachers can get an insight of the techniques they can use in aiding the children effectively achieve their objectives and goals. An efficient group assessment gathers evidence of student learning that notifies teachers’ instructional decisions. It offers teachers with information about where the child needs improvement. To plan effective instruction, teachers also need to know what the student misunderstands and where the misconceptions exist. Besides helping teachers formulate the succeeding teaching steps, effective classroom assessment provides a road map for children. Participating in a group observation is very significant, and it is therefore advisable that the kid takes part. I am looking forward to getting your feedback.
Thank you.
Yours faithfully,
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I confirm that I ……………………………………………………………..am the parent/guardian to …………………………………………………………. I now consent to the above child participating in group participation. I acknowledge that assessment of group participation is essential in identifying the strength and weaknesses of the child as well as enable him/her the teachers to determine the effective strategies that teachers can employ in helping the children meet their aims and goals of learning. I confirm that I have read about the importance of this activity and am ready to facilitate its execution.
I have given contact information below, and I am ready to provide information in case of any changes. I approve that all the information is correct, and I am ready to offer parental consent for my kid to take part in all participation groups as well as parental guidance that can help facilitate this activity.
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Privacy and confidentiality are taken into consideration throughout the observation process. The parents are free from granting the position if they don’t wish their child to participate in the group observation.
Questionnaire for Teachers.
As part of the school’s ongoing devotion in assessing the participation of children in group observations, we would be appreciative if you participate in filling this questionnaire.
Note: Your response is confidential and will give aid in tackling possible obstacles during the process.
1. The assessment will involve the usage of Direct instruction, where the child is taught what he requires to learn, and information is presented very clearly through well-tested resources that rule out the likelihood of confusion and misinterpretation. How will you incorporate this method while assessing the children?
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2. The issue of lack of teacher knowledge concerning formative assessment and children learning that battle with the principles of assessment for learning is a major obstacle to assessment amongst
Teachers. Is this true on your side? ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
3. The creation and adaptation of learning assessment tools that are suitable, fair, and easy to understood and use will always play a role in hindering the execution of the program. Are you trained on how to use assessment tools? What are some of the assessment tools you are going to use in this exercise?
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4. There are bizarre incidents where there is poor handling of the low attaining children due to demotivation, given that the teachers will view them as slow learners. What is your view on this?
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5. The group observation activity will be characterized by a consistent review of previous tasks and constant encouragement of students. What do you understand about children’s motivation?
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