Readiness to Perform Digital Alternative Assessments among Primary School Malay Language Teacher

Abstract

Digital learning refers to effective use of technology in the teaching and learning process (Ministry of Education Malaysia, 2023). In line with the advancement of the technology world, teachers need to be able to apply digital learning to ensure that the teaching and learning process can be carried out more effectively and relevant to the current needs. To support these changes, teachers can conduct digital alternative assessments in teaching. Such an approach enables assessment to be done more effectively and flexibly thus enhancing the effectiveness of assessing students' skills and achievement in classroom assessment. However, the willingness of change in the world of education is often debated. Knowledge, skills and implementation are important things that every educator needs to evaluate to ensure that they are fully prepared to cope with the changes made by the Ministry of Education Malaysia. Therefore, this study was conducted to identify the level of knowledge, skills, and implementation of the Malay language teachers in conducting digital alternative stages. This study is a survey study using the questionnaire form as a research instrument. A total of 193 Malay language teachers teaching in 47 Kuala Pilah District Primary Schools were selected as respondents of the study. Descriptive analysis results show their level of knowledge, skills, and implementation of digital alternative assessments.