The Effect of Implementation of Continuous Assessment in Practical and Theoretical Class for Sport Science Students

Abstract

The purpose of continuous assessment is to monitor learner’s progress so decisions can be made about the best way to facilitate further learning in terms of expected knowledge, skills, attitude and value. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of implementation continuous assessment in practical and theoretical class for sport science students. Descriptive survey research design was employed. Sample of the data were 96 students, 15 instructors and 2 heads of departments. Random and purposive sampling techniques were employed. The collected data through questionnaire were tallied, tabulated and interpreted into percentage while, interview and documents were analyzed qualitatively through narration for the purpose of triangulation. The results of the study showed that continuous assessment assists instructors for identify problems; motivates learners to work hard through the academic year; enhances self-esteem of learners; students identify their strengths and weaknesses. The study concluded that effect of continuous assessment motivateslearners not only to participate actively but also creates an opportunity to practice the skill rather than observing the skill; Provides learners with opportunities to master the skills without the need for feedback from other and identify their strength and weakness; Moreover, Student performance/skills were improve over a period of time due to continuous repetition of skills.