Assessment - Teacher Professionalism

Assessment Methods

Assessment in this lesson follows Social Constructivism principles: focusing on collaborative products, peer negotiation, and reflective growth.

✅ Formative Assessment (During Class)

1. Jigsaw Group Product (Jamboard)

Assessed for: Completeness and depth of ideas

Teacher observation: Does the Jamboard show evidence of multiple perspectives and negotiated meaning?

Teacher View

2. Gallery Walk Observations

Assessed for: Quality of questions raised and insights noted

Teacher notes: Which groups asked probing questions? Which made connections?

Teacher View

3. Peer Discussion (Case Study)

Assessed for: Negotiation skills and application of frameworks

Informal observation: Are students using evidence from readings and activities?

Teacher View

4. Concept Map (Collective)

Assessed for: Completeness and individual contribution

Requirement: Each student must contribute at least one element to the shared map

All Students

5. Exit Ticket (Post-Test Reflection)

Assessed for: Shift in understanding from pre-test to post-test

Complete the post-test below to gauge your learning progress.

All Students

📝 Post-Test

Complete the same 5 MCQ as the pre-test, plus two open-ended reflection questions.

Question 1: What is the primary definition of teacher professionalism?

Following school rules without question A combination of knowledge, autonomy, ethics, and accountability Dressing formally and maintaining authority Having advanced degrees and certifications

Question 2: Which statement about teacher professionalism is TRUE?

Professionalism is the same everywhere around the world Professionalism varies based on cultural and institutional contexts Professionalism only applies to experienced teachers Professionalism means avoiding collaboration with colleagues

Question 3: What is "professional capital" according to Hargreaves & Fullan?

The salary and benefits teachers receive The number of teaching certifications held Human, social, and decisional capital working together The prestige of the school where one teaches

Question 4: Which country is known for giving teachers high levels of professional autonomy?

Finland South Korea Singapore All countries give equal autonomy

Question 5: Teacher professionalism includes which of the following?

Only following prescribed curriculum Balancing autonomy with accountability Avoiding professional development Working in isolation from colleagues

Reflection Questions

Question 6: How did your understanding of professionalism change after today's discussion?

Question 7: Describe one way that context shapes professionalism differently than you assumed.

📄 Summative Assessment (End of Unit)

Due one week after the lesson

Individual Reflective Essay

Topic: "Compare and contrast teacher professionalism in your home educational context with one international model. Use at least two sources from class and one from your own research. Reflect on how these comparisons have shaped your vision of professional practice."

Length: 1500-2000 words

Format: Academic essay with proper citations

Assessment Rubric (Social Constructivism Aligned)

Criteria	Weight	Description
Depth of Comparative Analysis	30%	Clear comparison of at least two contexts; identifies key similarities and differences; uses specific examples
Use of Evidence from Multiple Perspectives	30%	Integrates at least 3 sources; shows awareness of diverse viewpoints; connects theory to practice
Reflection on Co-constructed Knowledge	20%	Discusses how peer discussion influenced understanding; acknowledges multiple perspectives; shows metacognitive awareness
Clarity and Structure	20%	Well-organized; clear thesis; logical flow; proper grammar and citations

🎓 Constructive Alignment Matrix

How learning outcomes, activities, and assessments align

Learning Outcome	Teaching Activity	Assessment Method
1. Analyze characteristics in two contexts	Jigsaw expert groups; Jamboard creation	Jamboard content; post-test MCQ
2. Compare & contrast frameworks	Cross-pollination gallery; whole-class debrief	Gallery walk sticky notes; case study recommendation
3. Construct shared conceptual map	Collaborative concept mapping (Miro/whiteboard)	Completed map; individual contribution
4. Critique case study	Pair discussion of Ms. Lam dilemma; class vote	Written recommendation paragraph; oral sharing
5. Reflect on teaching identity	Post-test open-ended questions; peer summaries	Exit ticket / post-test reflection; final essay