Assessment for Learning Workshop at Chopan Trust Training Center
Assessment for Learning Workshop at Chopan Trust Training Center
Assessment for Learning Workshop at Chopan Trust Training Center
On 17th January 2025, the Chopan Trust Training Center hosted a highly engaging and insightful one-day workshop on “Assessment for Learning.” The esteemed Ma’am Riffat, Principal of the A-Level Section at Kingston College facilitated the session. Twenty-five dedicated teachers from four different schools in Lahore and Kasur attended the workshop, making it a vibrant and collaborative learning experience.
A Focus on Innovative, Activity-Based Learning
The workshop’s central theme revolved around innovative, activity-based approaches to “Assessment for Learning”—a key pedagogical strategy to enhance teaching and learning outcomes. Ma’am Riffat brought her vast experience and expertise to the session, ensuring that the participants remained engaged and actively involved throughout the day.
Through hands-on activities, discussions, and group tasks, participants explored the core concepts of assessment for learning. The session’s interactive nature allowed teachers to absorb the theoretical aspects and practice and refine their skills in real time.
Key Highlights of the Workshop
Ma’am Riffat meticulously structured the workshop into different segments, each addressing a crucial aspect of assessment for learning. These segments included:
Understanding the Purpose of Assessment for Learning
Emphasizing how assessments can be used as tools for continuous improvement rather than just evaluation.
Encouraging teachers to view assessments as a two-way feedback mechanism.
Designing Assessments for Teachers
Guiding teachers on how to assess their own teaching practices to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
Sharing strategies for setting measurable, realistic teaching goals.
Developing Effective Student Assessments
Demonstrating how to create assessments that cater to diverse learning styles and needs.
Highlighting the importance of formative assessments in driving student engagement and learning.
Implementing Assessment Tools
Introducing innovative tools and techniques to make assessments more impactful and meaningful.
Discussing methods to integrate assessment seamlessly into daily classroom activities.
A Collaborative Learning Environment
The diverse group of attendees, representing schools from both Lahore and Kasur, brought a wealth of perspectives and experiences to the table. This diversity enriched the discussions and allowed for the exchange of best practices across different educational settings. Participants appreciated the opportunity to network and learn from one another, further enhancing the overall experience.
Feedback from Participants
The feedback from the teachers was overwhelmingly positive. Many highlighted how the workshop provided them with practical strategies that they could immediately implement in their classrooms. They also appreciated Ma’am Riffat’s clear and structured approach, which made complex concepts easy to understand and apply.
A Step Toward Excellence in Education
This workshop marks another milestone in Chopan Trust’s ongoing commitment to empowering educators and improving the quality of education in the region. By equipping teachers with the tools and knowledge needed for effective assessment practices, the Trust continues to pave the way for a brighter future for students and educators alike.
As the day concluded, participants left with a renewed sense of purpose and a toolkit of innovative strategies to enhance their teaching practices. The success of this workshop underscores the importance of continuous professional development for teachers and reaffirms the Chopan Trust’s role as a catalyst for educational excellence.
