Redefine Education

Exploring Our Understanding of Assessment

Jacob Tripp

Jacob Tripp’s Master’s research explores formative assessment in Mathematics within a progressive South African school that has abandoned traditional tests and graded marks entirely. In this innovative model, teachers rely on in-class activities, continuous observation and criterion-based analysis to map student growth and share feedback which holds them accountable. Compared to traditional assessment tools, this approach offers fresh insights into how feedback, responsive teaching and learner agency can transform classrooms. Jacob’s study uncovers curious and thought-provoking findings while opening new avenues for reimagining assessment in South Africa.

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Jacob Tripp is a passionate educator based in Johannesburg, South Africa. His Master’s research explores formative assessment practices in mathematics through a case study situated in a progressive school that embraces innovation in teaching and learning. Drawing on the historical shift from standardised testing to more reflective, learning-centred approaches, his study examines how formative assessment is understood and applied in the classroom. The research highlights the powerful role of feedback in supporting both learning and instructional decision-making, while also identifying some of the inherent challenges of converting theory into practice. Jacob’s work contributes to ongoing conversations about reimagining assessment as a tool for deeper engagement and responsive teaching.

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