THE ROLE OF FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT IN ENHANCING STUDENTS' ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN EFL CLASSROOMS

Аннотация

This paper investigates the role of formative assessment in improving academic performance among learners of English as a Foreign Language (EFL). Formative assessment, as a continuous and feedback-oriented process, allows instructors to monitor learning progress and adjust teaching accordingly. This study highlights various formative assessment strategies, such as quizzes, peer evaluation, reflective journals, and real-time feedback, and their impact on learner motivation, engagement, and language proficiency.