TECHNOLOGY FOR ASSESSING LEARNING OUTCOMES AT SCHOOL IN THE CONTEXT OF COMPETENCE DEVELOPMENT

Abstract

The article considers the problem of assessment learning outcomes at school in the context of competence development. It is proved that technologies, methods and techniques play a pivotal role in tracking progress and ensuring that students achieve the intended learning objectives. The methodology for assessing learning outcomes in schools involves systematic approaches to measure students’ knowledge, skills, attitudes, and competencies. A robust methodology ensures that assessments are fair, valid, reliable, and aligned with educational objectives. It was found out that introduction of the paradigm of competence development requires modernization of the process of school learning outcomes assessment. In the context of modern requirements of education reform pedagogical assessment should be based on the fundamental principles that are determined in the article. The system of principles of school learning outcomes assessment is presented. The principle of positivity in assessment is formulated. Aspects of application of some methods and techniques of assessment in the learning process for different types of assessment are presented. In the process of research it was established the most significant role of assessment is to provide the continuous and appropriate feedback needed by students, parents, governing bodies and the general public alike. Thus, in the integrated educational process of teaching-learning-assessment, the assessment component plays a major role, which is of exceptional importance psychological, pedagogical, professional and social. It is concluded that assessing learning outcomes is a fundamental aspect of education. It ensures that students achieve the intended goals of their learning journey and supports the continuous improvement of teaching practices and educational systems.