Jenna Warren, Chey Drew, Lisa Tenikoff and Ellie Maple

We believe four of the most important aspects of assessment should include; reliability, fairness, motivation to learn and provide the opportunity for students to demonstrate excellence. It is important for assessment to be reliable so that a clear indication of students abilities can be discovered. This then enables the curriculum to focus on students' strengths and weaknesses and cater for each child's individual needs. It is also vital for assessment to be fair. When assessment is fair it gives students the equal opportunity to demonstrate their skills as it caters for diverse abilities. When assessment is not fair, it disadvantages some students as their specific needs and abilities may not be met. For example, if a child is assessed on their ability to do something with their right hand when they are left handed it puts them at a disadvantage. During assessment tasks students should be able to demonstrate their full abilities and understanding of the topic being taught. By providing assessment that enables students to demonstrate their excellence the curriculum is allowing students to perform at their best. In this the students are then aware of their limits and can also work on furthering their abilities. When assessment motivates the students to learn the students are then further engaged in their education. This motivation can lead to a more thorough understanding of the subjects or topics as the child is actively participating in their own learning and education. If a child is not motivated they will become distracted and lack interest in their own learning.