The Challenges of Implementing Continuous Assessment in Physical Education Classes in Some Selected Addis Ababa Highschools

Kidane, Azeb (2013) The Challenges of Implementing Continuous Assessment in Physical Education Classes in Some Selected Addis Ababa Highschools. Masters thesis, Addis Ababa University.

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Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore the challenges of implementing students’ continuous assessment and suggests potential solutions to the challenges. Five basic questions were raised to achieve the objectives of the study. To answer these basic research questions, descriptive survey research method was employed. Teachers, school directors and students were participants of the study. The schools and participants were selected by stratified random sampling method. The major findings of this study include very weak document handling and poor record keeping of learners' continuous assessment achievement. Many assessment techniques were used improperly. The study also found that large class sizes inadequacy of school infrastructure, lack of manuals, weak follow up support and feedback system on the implementation of continuous assessment, lack of material and playground in the schools were the major challenges of continuous assessment. For further improvement, continuous on the job training, adequate and updated manuals, support and immediate feedback on the learners' continuous assessment implementation, fulfillment of facilities and materials and also adequate playground were suggested as potential solutions to the proper implementation of continuous assessment.

Item Type: Thesis (Masters)
Uncontrolled Keywords: Physical education, Assessment, continuous assessment, implementation, practical assessment, progress
Subjects: Q Science > Q Science (General)
Depositing User: Vincent Mpoza
Date Deposited: 21 Jun 2018 07:59
Last Modified: 21 Jun 2018 07:59
URI: http://thesisbank.jhia.ac.ke/id/eprint/5429

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