Exploring The Effectiveness Of Different Assessment Methods In English Language Classroom

This study examined the effectiveness of various assessment methods in English language classrooms at the secondary school level. It specifically assessed the adoption and impact of continuous assessment practices by teachers, identifying the strategies used, their contribution to English language learning, and how these methods support student learning. Utilizing a survey design with simple random sampling, the study focused on English language teachers from secondary schools in Awka, Anambra State. Out of a conveniently selected sample of 56 respondents, 50 were validated. Data were collected through a self-constructed and validated questionnaire and analyzed using frequency tables and mean scores. The findings indicate that teachers employ a range of continuous assessment strategies, including quizzes and tests for evaluating understanding, essays and writing tasks, oral presentations, and group projects to assess collaborative skills. Based on these results, the study recommends a reassessment of existing methods to incorporate more complex and suitable performance assessment techniques that align with the learners’ profiles, needs, and interests.