Classroom Assessment Techniques and their Impact on Students Performance at Primary Level

The main aim of this study was to determine the impact of formal and informal assessment techniques on the performance of primary level student. The assessment is used in everyday life to refer to different things, depending on the context, and the philosophy underlying the system in which it is used. A survey method was used. The mix method was used for this study and data was collected through instruments. The qualitative data were collected through questionnaire. Population of the study was student of science subject in primary level classes. The sample consisted of 69 students enrolled in grade 2 to 5 at primary school in Karachi. For this study, utilized pre-test and post-test and questionnaire for collection of information. Students in the treatment group outperformed their counterparts in the control group by a significant margin. Furthermore, while linked to control group, students' academic performance and performance in class can both be improved by using assessment as a teaching approach. According to the study's findings, the students appeared to have enjoyed their time there and were open to being evaluated. Students showed interest in learning assessment techniques in their classes.