Web Based Module Design and Evaluation for the Classroom Teachers: Alternative Assessment andEvaluation Tools


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Demirkol M., Kılıç D.

Hacettepe Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesi Dergisi, cilt.35, ss.37-59, 2020 (ESCI) identifier identifier

Özet

This study aims to determine the applicability of the web-based assessment and evaluation system which designed for classroom teachers to usability. This study employs a design-based research approach. The developed design was realized with 6 class teachers who were volunteers during the two educational period including pre-application and main application. First, the design process was examined to determine the feasibility of the system. Then the opinions of the teachers who used the tool were taken. Semi-structured interviews with teachers were conducted and the data obtained were subjected to descriptive analysis. In case the feasibility of the system was examined through manager module the results of the uncovered that web-based assessment and evaluation system helped classroom teachers become independent from time and space factors, and enable teachers to evaluate and save online records of students' files. Besides, it is seen that it supports teachers in preparing, sharing, and keeping assessment and evaluation forms through considering development and success levels of the students. It is also seen that it involved students into the evaluation process and provided feedback for parents. Finally, it is observed that the web-based assessment and evaluation system removed the problems faced during the use of alternative assessment and evaluation tools and provide for teachers during the application.