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Details the learning experience gained from creating a video about assessment and testing.Highlights their newfound understanding of the distinct roles of broad assessment versus specific testing, appreciating how assessment encompasses all student activities while testing is merely a component. Furthermore, the exploration of various language test types, such as proficiency, diagnostic, and placement tests, broadened their perspective on how diverse methods measure language skills, extending beyond simple exam results. Also emphasizes the significant insight gained from analyzing standardized tests, particularly the critical concepts of validity and reliability, which prompted a deeper consideration of test fairness and accuracy.

Ultimately, the project fostered a more profound understanding of the entire learning and evaluation process, moving beyond just grades to a holistic appreciation of assessment itself, proving to be a valuable educational endeavor.

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The Showcase Video needs to cover what you learned and what you have done this semester. Try to use Screen recording tools to make this video.

After making the Showcase Video, upload it using the link.

Then, briefly summarize your showcase video here.

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Voki is for you to share your Reflection on the process of making your Showcase Video. After making your Voki, use the link to upload it to the padlet.

Then, share the highlighted points of your Voki here.

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Voki | Speaking Characters For Education

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Voki is a fun tool that students can use for homework, classwork or projects. Customize their appearance and what they say, and share with others!

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briefly summarize: This showcase video focuses on Classroom-Based Assessment. It covers my learning journey from curriculum design and lesson planning to analyzing five lesson plans for alignment between activities and assessment. I explored key assessment concepts like reliability and validity, compared norm-referenced and criterion-referenced assessments, and learned to design rubrics. Finally, I applied these principles by creating my own lesson plan and rubric, emphasizing meaningful and effective classroom assessment.

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Designing Meaningful Classroom-Based Assessment: From Theory to Practice

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highlighted points: Through making the video, I learned how to clearly and logically present complex concepts and effectively convey key points within a limited time.

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I basically went through all the things that I've done during this semester for this TESL class, from the start of the semester when we learned to post our reading responses on the forum sections of Tronclass and record our voices on Padlet, to the teaching presentation where we taught some basketball knowledge, and design rubrics which was what we've done recently.

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After making this video, I can now easier reflect on what I've done both great and bad during this semester and where I can improve in future classes. Thinking back, I think that I worked well with teammates, I had little to no conflicts with my teammates when we were doing group projects, I think that's one of my strengths. One thing that I could've done better was to keep track with what needed to do, like assignments, I think I mis-submit some assignments because I forgot about the due dates for them.

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It starts with the basics, like understanding what learners need and how curriculum design is different from lesson planning. I also talk about using objectives (like Bloom's Taxonomy!) to make our lesson plans better. Then, I show how we put everything into practice, from our lesson plan drafts to creating our own course for the mid-term. Finally, I cover learning about and making rubrics, which helped us think about how to assess tasks fairly. It really shows how much I've learned about creating meaningful lessons!

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i went through all the things that i have learned from this class, all the work i've done and all the task i have done including some like readings and discussion,  pre-reading summaries and questions, post-responses on padlet, lesson plans, teaching demos, assessment , and sharing some reflection

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After creating this video, I find it easier to reflect on both the strengths and weaknesses I’ve shown throughout the semester, as well as the areas where I can improve in future classes. Looking back, I believe I collaborated well with my teammates—I rarely had any conflicts during group projects, which I consider one of my key strengths. However, one area I could have handled better was keeping track of assignments. I missed or mis-submitted a few tasks because I lost track of the due dates, so that’s definitely something I need to work on moving forward.

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Beyond Testing: What I Learned About True Assessment

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Beyond Testing: What I Learned About True Assessment

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Highlights from the project include discovering that assessment is a holistic process that encompasses all student activities rather than just exams, exploring the distinct purposes of proficiency, diagnostic, and placement language tests, understanding the crucial role of validity and reliability in ensuring fair and accurate standardized

assessments, and realizing that true evaluation goes beyond assigning grades to genuinely support and measure learning.

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As I put down all the details about needs analysis, and the difference between curriculum design and lesson planning, it really helped me see the progression of my own understanding. Going back through our lesson plan drafts, and especially recalling the first draft to the second, really highlighted my growth. It's cool to see how adding those specific domains made our plans so much more robust. Thinking about our mid-term project, where we had to build our own course, and I realized we did a pretty good job!

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Throughout this course, I’ve taken the time to thoroughly review and reflect on everything I’ve learned and accomplished. This includes a wide range of tasks such as readings, pre-reading summaries and guiding questions, post-reading responses on Padlet, as well as lesson planning, teaching demonstrations, and assessment design. In addition, I’ve actively engaged in discussions and contributed my reflections, which helped deepen my understanding of the content and my development as an educator. Collectively, these experiences have allowed me to grow both in knowledge and in practice.

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Reflecting through the process of making this video, I’ve found it easier to think about both the strengths and areas for improvement in my performance this semester. Looking back, I believe I collaborated well with my teammates — we had smooth communication and very few, if any, conflicts during group projects. I see that as one of my strengths. However, one area I could improve on is staying organized with deadlines. There were a few times I either missed or mis-submitted assignments because I lost track of due dates. Going forward, I plan to work on better time management and keeping a closer eye on what’s expected each week.

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This semester's course design class was a fast-paced journey that transformed my understanding of teaching. We began by building foundational knowledge through readings and online discussions, where I gained significant clarity from classmates' shared insights. We then delved into defining and categorizing key terms, solidifying my grasp of their relationships. The most impactful part was the hands-on course design and simulation, where I applied theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios. Witnessing a senior student expertly adapt our course outline highlighted the dynamic nature of teaching. This experience, including collaborating with teammates, revealed the immense preparation involved in even a single lesson and the vital two-way feedback loop between students and teachers. It truly shifted my perspective from student to educator.

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Reflecting on this recent showcase, I've come to realize just how much depth and complexity emerged from reading those four articles – far more than I initially anticipated. Honestly, as I revisited my own notes and then listened to or browsed through the insights shared by my classmates, a sense of frustration and pressure began to creep in. My learning pace tends to be a bit slower, and it often takes me more time to fully absorb and comprehend certain concepts. There are moments when I'm genuinely impressed by the remarkable output and understanding displayed by my peers. It makes me acutely aware that throughout the remainder of this semester's course, there's significant room for personal growth and improvement. I'm committed to dedicating more effort to deeply engage with the material and refine my approach to learning.

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The video summarizes what I have learned throughout the course, including key concepts such as curriculum design, course objectives, and the use of different learning domains. It also covers the process and details of lesson plan development, such as organizing teaching steps, setting time limits, and choosing appropriate teaching aids. By reflecting on my experiences and showing the teaching materials my groupmates and I created, the video highlights not only what I’ve studied but also how I’ve applied it in practice. Overall, it shows my deeper understanding of lesson planning and the growth I’ve achieved through hands-on activities and real teaching tasks.

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After making this video, I realized even more how much there is to learn from this course—and that none of it is easy. Looking back on my performance, I can see which parts I really understood and which ones I still need to work on. During group discussions, I noticed that I didn’t contribute many original ideas. Most of the time, I just agreed with others and supported their opinions. I know this is one of my weaknesses, and I really want to improve it. In future activities, I’ll do my best to speak up and share more of my own thoughts.

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At the start of the semester, we began by reading several articles on curriculum design and uploading our summaries and discussion questions to TronClass, while recording our reflections on Petlet. Although reading those dense texts was challenging, I now feel a strong sense of accomplishment for having completed them.

To better understand the specialized terms in the readings, I used tools like the whiteboard and sticky notes to organize my thoughts. This strategy also helped when responding to the teacher’s in-class questions and made the knowledge easier to retain.

What left the deepest impression on me was designing a lesson plan and presenting it in an actual classroom setting. I realized that while writing a plan is manageable, executing it effectively is the real challenge. This experience gave me newfound respect for teachers—the success of a lesson often depends on the experience and preparation behind it.

As the course progressed, we explored assessment methods, including how to design rubrics, create test papers, and evaluate the effectiveness of various generative AI platforms. I especially appreciated this part, as human-AI collaboration is an emerging trend. I’m grateful for the opportunity to work with these tools and hope to apply them in future teaching contexts.

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This semester, I focused on several key areas:

I started with Curriculum Design, learning to craft learning journeys and adapt them Across Age Levels. Then, Lesson Planning taught me to structure lessons and differentiate them Across Proficiency Levels.

My practical work included a group teaching demo on topics like basketball, and a group role-play midterm where we planned a trip to Los Angeles for kids.

Finally, for our group project, we used AI tools like Diffit and Eduaide.Ai to create educational content, such as lessons on weather and daily routines. My work culminates in this showcase video, a Voki reflection, and peer comments.

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This semester, I explored educational design, from foundational curriculum and lesson planning to practical teaching demonstrations, and I integrated AI tools like Diffit and Eduaide.AI into content creation. This journey developed my skills in crafting engaging learning experiences for diverse students.

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I took some time to reflect on this course. While I wouldn’t call myself a model student—I sometimes submitted work late and didn’t always perform my best—I still learned a great deal. The various assessments pushed me to think more deeply about what it means to be a good student and how to apply what I’ve learned, especially in designing and using lesson plans effectively.

The course itself was well-structured, and I truly appreciated how clearly the teacher laid out the objectives and guided us through each step. Among all the classes I’ve taken, this one stands out as the most thorough and practical. It’s one of the few that I genuinely believe will be useful to me in the future.

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I have done all the task during this semester.Start from pre-reading summary on Tronclass,record the thoughts and comment classmate post on Padlet, teaching demo and rubrics for team work.

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A concise summary of the learning from video production reveals a deeper understanding enhanced skills in clear, logical, and concise communication of complex concepts. Producing the video offered valuable lessons, including a deeper understanding of holistic assessment beyond just grades, the importance of self-reflection for both strengths and improvements, and the skill of conveying complex ideas clearly and concisely.

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This semester, I learned how to craft engaging lesson plans tailored for kids, focusing on play-based learning and child-centered teaching to foster their natural curiosity. I also gained insight into effective classroom management and adapting to diverse learning styles.

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Briefly summarize: In this class, I learned that curriculum design involves much more than just creating a lesson plan—it starts with a syllabus, includes clear objectives, and breaks content into smaller parts. Effective teaching requires thoughtful planning of all elements, including lesson structure, classroom activities, homework, and assessments. I also gained a deeper understanding of assessment principles such as alignment with learning content, consistency, reliability, and especially validity. We practiced designing tests and rubrics, and I learned to use AI tools to improve my work, which I believe will benefit my future teaching career.

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Looking back on these activities, as well as the lesson plans my group members and I designed—followed by the rubrics and test content—we created, I truly felt that I gained new knowledge and gradually made progress. Although I was occasionally absent or missed a few assignments, I still tried my best to pay attention in class and learn new things. Especially during the midterm exam, I was able to respond to the teacher’s questions, so I think I did fairly well.

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Using teaching rubrics has transformed my assessment approach. Initially seeming like mere requirements, their benefits are clear. Rubrics offer vital clarity, outlining expectations and making grading transparent, which guides students and cuts down on grade disputes. They also ensure fairness: by using a consistent framework, all students are judged by the same standards, removing bias and building trust. Importantly, rubrics help me refine my teaching by showing where students struggle, making my grading more objective and my teaching more responsive.

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https://youtu.be/3v6xY48Y4zU?si=jfrazW5MSgVaOFzf

1. Course Design & Lesson Planning

Learned about curriculum, objectives, and teaching strategies

Created a full lesson plan to apply theories in practice

2. Teaching Demo & Feedback

Designed interactive activities with group

Delivered a teaching demo + post-production video

Received useful feedback for improvement

3. Language Assessment

Explored types of assessments: proficiency vs. achievement, formative vs. summative

Learned about classroom-based and alternative assessments (journals, observations)

4. Personal Reflection

Improved lesson planning, teaching, and assessment skills

Gained teamwork and presentation experience

Feel more confident as a future language teacher

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Reflected on key learning from lesson planning to assessments

Gained more confidence in teaching and presenting

Connected classroom tasks with real teaching skills

Realized my improvement over the semester

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After this whole semester's course, I found that the curriculum design was much more complicated than I thought. Not only students' level or environmental factors should be considered, but also whether the equipment is complete and other problems. This semester, the teacher gave a lot of homework, built a lot of discussion areas for everyone to share their ideas with each other, and designed a lot of presentations to discuss some proper nouns. I think what I should improve is to complete more homework, because I have one or two homework that have not been completed.

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I went over all the tasks we have done this semester and show what I’ve learned about. From class discussion to teaching demo and all the other practice off-campus. I’ve had a better understanding about curriculum design and those assessments through these practices.

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I also made a Voki to reflect on my learning process. It shows how I gradually made progress and gained confidence during the course.