How to Utilizing Assessment for Learning (AfL) to Improve Students^ Motivation and Achievement?
Imas Ulfah Alawiyah (a*), Tatang Herman (b), Aan Hasanah (b)

a*) Program Studi Pendidikan Matematika, Sekolah Pascasarjana Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Jl. Dr. Setiabudhi No. 229, Bandung 40154, Indonesia
imas.ulfah[at]upi.edu

b)Departemen Pendidikan Matematika, Sekolah Pascasarjana Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Jl. Dr. Setiabudhi No. 229, Bandung 40154, Indonesia

Abstract

Introduction - Motivation drives students to achieve their learning goals. Many findings regarding this issue shows that lack of students^ achievement caused by lack of their motivation of learning. The challenges are predominately caused by teacher didn^t apply assessment for learning (AfL) appropriately.

Purpose - This paper aims to present a review and description about students^ expectations regarding motivation and their learning achievement. Besides, to recommend solutions to address assessment for learning (AfL) to enhance students^ motivation and increase their achievement of learning.

Methodology - This study was conducted by qualitative descriptive method. Observation was done in a class of high school students in West Java. Interviewed was given to some students to get information about their challenges and expectations during learning process. Recommended solution found were analyzed.

Findings - The finding shows that students had lack of motivation and their achievement was below the standard. They expect an involvement during learning process, so that it can motivate them in learning and achieve their goals. The review recommends application of assessment for learning (AfL). Teacher provides feedback and involve students in assessment can lead students to learn for taking responsibility. This condition may enhance students^ motivation and increase their achievement of learning.

Keywords: assessment for learning, motivation, achievement

Topic: Mathematics Education