At DJIS, assessment is more than just grades, it's a powerful tool for learning and growth. We use a variety of evidence-based assessments to support your child's success and help them reach their full potential.
What We Assess: A Holistic View of Learning
We assess learning in three key ways:
- Assessment FOR Learning: Providing ongoing feedback to guide instruction and help students understand what they need to learn next.
- Assessment AS Learning: Empowering students to monitor their own learning, reflect on their progress, and set goals.
- Assessment OF Learning: Measuring what students have learned at the end of a unit or course, often through projects, presentations, or exams.
How We Assess: Diverse Methods for Deeper Understanding
Formative Assessment & Feedback
Regular, ongoing checks for understanding and timely, constructive feedback to help your child improve.
Capstone Projects & Exhibitions
Opportunities for students to demonstrate mastery through authentic, real-world projects and presentations.
Standardized Assessments
AP Exams & SAT Readiness, MAP Growth, TALA Arabic Assessments, PISA, TIMSS, PIRLS: Benchmarking our students' performance against global standards.
Your Role in Assessment
Teachers
Provide meaningful assessments and actionable feedback.
Students
Reflect on feedback, set goals, and take ownership of their learning.
Parents/Guardians
Support your child's learning by engaging with assessment feedback and celebrating their progress.