Evaluation of clinical performance is subjective. It involves the judgements and opinions of the evaluator. It is filtered by the evaluator’s perspective, values, and biases. Keep this in mind when choosing three clinical evaluation methods that you feel are fair and accurate to assess student learning and establish their safety and competency in the clinical setting. Your reasoning behind choosing each strategy, as well as how they fit with your philosophy of teaching. You should ensure that the selected strategies include methods to assess students’ cognitive, affective, and psychomotor learning domains.
It was a fascinating look into the complexity of reforming education that led to Week 8. A wide variety of issues were raised and discussed during the conversation, including the effect of standardized testing and student learning on students, benefits of school selection, and views on technology’s effectiveness in improving classroom instruction.
Discussion began by examining the effectiveness of standard testing. Some argued the test provides a valuable measure of student learning. Others argued the tests were flawed and inhibit creativity and critical thinking. Next came the question of school choice. The pros and cons for students being able to go to schools outside of their district was discussed. The discussion revealed that although school choice sounds good in principle, careful implementation is necessary to make sure that educational resources are shared fairly.
The last portion of the discussion was about the use of technology for classroom instruction. The discussion centered on the role of technology in teaching and learning. Although there was general agreement about the importance of technology being used to its full potential, the group also recognized the necessity to avoid some potential pitfalls.
In conclusion, the Week 8 discussion on education reform was an insightful exchange of opinions and perspectives on the impact of standardized testing, school choice, and technology on students’ academic performance. Although there are still some issues that need to be explored, the consensus is that flexibility, open communication and a balance between traditional and technology instruction are essential for creating an educational environment that works.