Continuous Assessment in Lower Cycle Primary Schools

Abstract

Continuous assessment has become a critical component of educational reform in lower primary schools. Policy makers and educational administrators often see continuous assessment as a measure of educational quality and accountability for students' performance. This study is undertaken to clarify the concepts and benefits of continuous assessment and to help teachers develop continuous assessment tools for classroom use. More specifically, an effort has been made to review the definition, principles, benefits, reasons, kinds, and tools of continuous assessment. It is believed that the materials included in this paper are highly valuable for teachers and trainers dealing with continuous assessment in primary schools.