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Assessing mathematics learning outcomes through performance based tasks
Citation
Ang, K. C., Boo, H. K., & Toh, K. A. (2005). Assessing mathematics learning outcomes through performance based tasks. The Mathematics Educator, 8(2), 19-33. https://math.nie.edu.sg/ame/matheduc/journal/v8_2/v82_19.aspx
Author
Ang, Kok Cheng
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Boo, Hong Kwen
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Toh, Kok Aun
Abstract
Relatively little is known about pupils' ability in applying mathematical concepts to solving hands-on problems. With the mode of assessment remaining largely unchanged over the last decade, teacher's perceptions of their pupils' hands-on performance ability relies much on the traditional pen-and-paper tests which may not be sufficient in assessing the application skills of individual pupils. This paper reports on a study which was aimed at finding out pupils' strengths and weaknesses in approaching such hands-on problems in mathematics. Such information could be useful in helping classroom teachers customise their lessons in a way that would enhance pupil learning and problem-solving. Five-hundred-and-four students from 14 intact classes of five mainstream primary schools took part in the study. Five mathematics-related performance assessment tasks replicated from the TIMSS-95 Performance Assessment sub-study were used as the main instrument for data collection and analysis.
Date Issued
2005
Publisher
Association of Mathematics Educators
Journal
The Mathematics Educator