Dear ABIS Families

Assessments measure students’ knowledge and understanding of concepts, and application of skills, strategies and movement concepts, etc. This week, our students completed their badminton skills assessment. They were assessed against a rubric with specific criteria for the students to apply and perform to achieve their grades.

It is a misconception that physical and health education is only about playing games and having fun –  students must apply and demonstrate a range of skills including creativity, communication, collaboration, and critical thinking in PHE. Below is a sample of an assessment rubric used by teachers to determine a students’ grade: