With more than two decades of teaching experience, I know that assessment is far more than scoring, testing, or ticking boxes. Thoughtfully observing children’s reading, writing, speaking, and listening helps me plan instruction that meets their...
Shameer Bismilla has over two decades of experience as an early childhood educator, primary school teacher, and literacy coach in primary classrooms. At the German European School Singapore (GESS), he supports the school community through literacy instruction for children and professional learning for teachers. He also gives talks at libraries, conducts literacy workshops in other schools, and is a picturebook author. He believes literacy is connected to identity and belonging.
With more than two decades of teaching experience, I know that assessment is far more than scoring, testing, or ticking boxes. Thoughtfully observing children’s reading, writing, speaking, and listening helps me plan instruction that meets their...