FOSTERING CRITICAL THINKING AND GLOBAL AWARENESS THROUGH INNOVATIVE ASSESSMENT IN HIGHER EDUCATION
In response to the increasing demand for graduates who are not only proficient in their field but also possess critical thinking skills and global competence, this study investigates the impact of innovative assessment practices on English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners in Algerian higher e...
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Universitaria Publishing House, Craiova
2025-06-01
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| Series: | Analele Universităţii din Craiova. Psihologie, Pedagogie |
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| Online Access: | https://aucpp.ro/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/16.ZITOUNI_KS_AUC_PP_2025_no_47_issue_1_pp_214-228.pdf |
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| Summary: | In response to the increasing demand for graduates who are not only proficient
in their field but also possess critical thinking skills and global competence, this study
investigates the impact of innovative assessment practices on English as a Foreign
Language (EFL) learners in Algerian higher education institutions. With the evolving
landscape of education, traditional assessment methods are being increasingly
replaced by more dynamic, learner-centered approaches aimed at fostering 21stcentury skills. This research employs a descriptive mixed-methods design, combining
quantitative and qualitative data to explore the perceptions of 20 EFL instructors and
150 students across five Algerian universities. The study focuses on alternative
assessment strategies such as project-based learning, digital portfolios, and peer
assessments. Through a combination of student questionnaires, instructor interviews,
and document analysis of student portfolios and project work, the research
investigates the effects of these innovative methods on student engagement, critical
thinking, and the development of global competence. The results reveal the positive
influence of non-traditional assessments on learner motivation, analytical abilities,
and intercultural awareness. Additionally, the study assesses the challenges faced by
instructors and institutions in implementing these approaches and provides
recommendations for enhancing their effectiveness. The findings suggest that
innovative assessment practices play a crucial role in preparing EFL students for the
demands of the globalized world, contributing to both their academic success and their
ability to engage meaningfully in diverse, international contexts. |
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| ISSN: | 1582-313X 2668-6678 |