Reducing Linguistic Bias in Pedagogical Assessment through the Triple A Method

Pedagogical assessment is a complex and multifaceted process that fundamentally shapes students' development and the functioning of the teaching-learning environment. The purpose of assessment is not only to measure knowledge but also to foster personality development, motivation, and adaptive regulation of the school environment. However, traditional pedagogical assessment methods often overlook students' linguistic and sociocultural backgrounds, which may lead to linguistic discrimination. This study aims to demonstrate how linguistic bias in pedagogical assessment, particularly in oral evaluations, can be reduced. For this purpose, we can apply the Triple A method (referred to as the BBB Method in Hungarian), developed by Lőrincz, Istók, and Baka L. (2022), which focuses on fostering linguistic tolerance and an accepting pedagogical attitude. The method incorporates three core principles which help avoid linguistic discrimination while promoting students' language development. The study highlights that pedagogical assessment not only serves to measure students' knowledge but also plays a significant role in encouraging the acceptance and respect of linguistic and cultural diversity, thereby contributing to the reduction of discrimination within the school environment.