Doing the mock test also helped me to find out what i need to study more of (like identifying the difference between /oi/ and /oy/ or silent letters like 'k' in /kn/).

As for the mock test, I realized that I need to brush up on my spelling rules. I will use the SAFMED method in practicing my phonogram rules and spelling rules over the recess week.

Upon taking a closer look, the assessment for these children focus less on the children's ability to read, and there are pictures for them to refer to. It also tests the child's ability to figure out the meaning of words based on the story's context- a skill that would be extremely useful for them based on their age.

On the other hand, the reading comprehension assessment for G3 to G6 relies greatly on not just the student being able to read, but also understanding the text and drawing their own inferences.

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The mock test was useful in helping me understanding which areas I'd have to shore up more.

• G3 to Y6 assessment is more structured and easier to assess the student as we can quickly circle the points.

• K2-Y2 answers derive more on the visuals than text

Mock test

• I was confused with similar sounds

• It was hard for me to decipher "kn"

• I was not specific if the sounds had 1-2 letters and it made it slightly more challenging for kayshi. However she still did well!

testing and being tested mock test questions was also helpful! it made me slightly more confident in my preparation as i got most of the answers correct hehe

have a good recess break everyone! hope everyone comes back recharged and ready to tackle the second half of the semester •ᴗ•

The mock test was an excellent revision for both my partner and me. While I read out the question to her, I am also testing myself if I say out the sound(s) correctly (e.g. y).

The spelling rules is most probably our weaker area hence will be looking into that during recess week (e.g. flossing rules, Doubling rules, silent final e rule etc)

I also really like the mock test - it gives me the confidence when I get the questions right, and it allows me to find out in which area I will need to work on. I also want to thank my partner, Fiona for giving me some tips on ways to study the phonograms!

Mock phonics test - It was more like any practice session we had as we helped each other to take note of similar sounds that are common to 2 or 3 phonograms. Suggestion is to learn by grouping these phonograms when revising. Works in progress but hey, Practice makes Progress! Jiayou to my phonogram buddy, Yanjie!

The test was helpful in reminding me which areas I need to work on! It helped me to be more acutely aware of the small differences in phonograms, and how memorising examples of the rules help me remember them better!

The comprehension assessment is a great tool to use to narrow down and test the understanding of the student's comprehension of a passage into detailed components. I had the opportunity to witness a mentor of mine using and focusing on the paraphrasing part as it was revealed that the student needed more practice in that component.

Asking the questions as a tester is in itself also a revision for me and my "student" even had to correct me at times. It was a good revision and reminder to revise more on my phonics.

The mock test was a much needed check-point when it came to my progress for learning of phonograms. I realised as I was testing my partner, I was also a bit unsure if I said the sounds correctly. I do have to work harder with my revision, especially spelling rules. But thankful for Colin who shared with me her phonograms notes and how she chunked the info for better recalling!

Have a good break everyone~

also the Bloom's Toxonomy 6 level helps with using the suitable words to aid in questioning the student

Also the comprehension assessment is something new to me as we do not usually use it in secondary schools (as far as I know). It is actually very useful for secondary students as it helps identify areas where they struggle in understanding comprehension texts and shows which areas need extra support.

For the reading comprehension assessment, I feel that there needs to be planning in advance such as coming up with suitable questions, especially for younger students. This is to ensure that the questions asked provides a greater overview of the child's ability.

As for the mock test, phewwww......I need to buck up and study more!

*panic mode*

Response: Please take care. Don't worry about it. Just pace yourself. You can do it!

The mock test was very nice to experience. It helped me revise and notice what are some phonograms or rules that could be tricky.