Assessment is more than just an allocation of grades. It is a critical process in teaching and learning. Data collected from assessment is a valuable piece of differentiated instruction that not only helps to identify the most suitable yet effective teaching
strategies, but also evaluate the readiness of students to progress to higher levels of tasks and learning.
Every student in Singapore sits for two major examinations (PSLE & ‘O’ Level) to evaluate their attainment of learning outcomes and prepare themselves for transition into the next phase of their education journey.