Formative Assessment of Reading Comprehension: A Qualitative Research Approach

Formative Assessment of Reading Comprehension: A Qualitative Research Approach

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to explain the structure of research into the use of formative assessment of reading comprehension and the three different qualitative research methods used in the research.

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Introduction

Formative assessment is an effective way to improve reading comprehension. In this lesson, we will explore how formative assessment of reading comprehension is tried and tested using constructive alignment and three different qualitative research methods.

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What is Formative Assessment?

Formative assessment is a process of gathering evidence of learning to improve teaching and learning. It involves giving feedback to students and adjusting instruction to meet their needs.

Explain the concept of formative assessment and its benefits.

Reading Comprehension

Reading comprehension is the ability to understand and interpret written texts. It is an essential skill for academic success and lifelong learning.

Define reading comprehension and its importance in education.

Constructive Alignment

Constructive alignment is a teaching approach that involves aligning learning outcomes, assessment tasks, and teaching methods to ensure that students achieve the desired learning outcomes.

Explain the concept of constructive alignment and its role in formative assessment of reading comprehension.

Qualitative Research Methods

Qualitative research methods are used to gather non-numerical data to understand social phenomena. In this research, three different qualitative research methods were used: case study, ethnography, and grounded theory.

Introduce the three qualitative research methods used in the research and explain their differences.

Case Study

A case study is an in-depth investigation of a single case, such as an individual, group, or organization. It involves collecting and analyzing data from multiple sources, such as observations, interviews, and documents.

Describe the case study research method and its advantages and disadvantages.

Ethnography

Ethnography is a research method that involves studying a culture or social group from the perspective of its members. It involves observing and participating in the activities of the group, conducting interviews, and analyzing documents.

Describe the ethnography research method and its advantages and disadvantages.

Grounded Theory

Grounded theory is a research method that involves developing a theory from the data collected. It involves collecting and analyzing data from multiple sources, such as interviews, observations, and documents, and using a coding process to identify patterns and themes.

Describe the grounded theory research method and its advantages and disadvantages.

Research Structure

The research into formative assessment of reading comprehension using constructive alignment and three different qualitative research methods followed a specific structure: research question, data collection, data analysis, and findings.

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Research Question

The research question for this study was: How effective is formative assessment of reading comprehension using constructive alignment in improving students' reading comprehension?

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Data Collection

Data was collected through observations, interviews, and documents. The data collection process was guided by the research question and the three qualitative research methods.

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Data Analysis

The data was analyzed using a coding process to identify patterns and themes. The analysis was guided by the research question and the three qualitative research methods.

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Findings

The findings of the research showed that formative assessment of reading comprehension using constructive alignment was effective in improving students' reading comprehension. The three qualitative research methods provided a rich and detailed understanding of the process.

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Conclusion

In conclusion, the research into formative assessment of reading comprehension using constructive alignment and three different qualitative research methods showed that it is an effective way to improve students' reading comprehension. The research structure provided a clear and systematic approach to the research process.

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Review

Let's review what we have learned in this lesson: formative assessment, reading comprehension, constructive alignment, qualitative research methods, research structure, research question, data collection, data analysis, and findings.

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Discussion

In groups, discuss how you could use formative assessment of reading comprehension in your own teaching practice. Share your ideas with the class.

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Activity

In pairs, design a formative assessment task for improving reading comprehension using constructive alignment. Present your task to the class for feedback.

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Quiz

Take a quiz to test your understanding of the lesson. Click the link to access the quiz.

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Resources

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