EVALUATE

The EVALUATE stage is an ongoing diagnostic process that allows the teachers to determine if the learner has attained understanding of the concepts and knowledge. It is important to **//EVALUATE//** and assess through all stages of the inquiry to determine how students are progressing against the learning goals and standards (VELS). The evaluation and assessment processes can occur at all stages of the continuum of the instructional model. The teacher uses the evidence of learning from the **//EVALUATE//** stage to plan further lessons and /or to modify the direction and focus of future lessons. The teacher can use the information gathered to revisit concepts to enhance clearer understanding and to clarify misconceptions. The teacher can take advantage of students level of high interest to further extend their learning by enabling them to **//‘go further’//** and conduct investigations on their specific inquiry. Tools that can be used to **//EVALUATE//** include:  § rubrics,  § round table presentations,   § problem based learning products,   § portfolios designed with a specific purpose, and   § peer reflection. To support students to evaluate their learning and to ascertain their understanding of concepts or topic covered, the teacher may ask questions including: § What do you think about...? § What criteria would you use to assess…? § What is the most important…? Why do you think this? § Describe how you arrived at your answer/decisions’ (unpack their thinking).  § Is this information reliable? Explain your reasons.  § How could you improve this for next time?
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