The Rwanda Education Board (REB) has announced the postponement of the English Proficiency Standardised Assessments for teachers. According to the latest communication, a new date for the assessments will be communicated later.
Teachers are therefore encouraged to continue preparing and practising while waiting for further instructions from REB.
English Proficiency Assessments Postponed
Teachers who were preparing to take part in the English Proficiency Standardised Assessments should take note that the assessments will not take place on the previously communicated date.
REB stated that the new assessment date will be communicated in due course. Teachers are advised to continue checking for official communication from the relevant education authorities so that they do not miss the next announcement.
The postponement also gives teachers additional time to continue improving their English language skills and become familiar with the online assessment environment.
Teachers Encouraged to Continue Practising
Although the assessment has been postponed, REB is encouraging teachers to continue practising on the EF English online platform as regularly as possible.
Regular practice can help teachers become more comfortable with English language activities and the digital platform. Teachers can use this additional time to work on their English proficiency and prepare for the computer-based assessment.
Teachers who have access to the EF English platform are encouraged to make regular use of it instead of waiting until a new assessment date is announced.
Schools Asked to Provide Necessary Resources
REB has also requested Headteachers to ensure that teachers have access to the necessary school resources to continue their preparation.
These resources include:
- Laptops or other suitable computers
- Reliable internet access
- Appropriate school facilities for online practice
- Other resources required to support teachers' preparation
Providing these resources can allow teachers to practise effectively and become better prepared for the Computer-based Test (CBT).
Teachers Should Use the Extra Time for Preparation
The postponement should not mean that preparation stops. Teachers can use the additional time to continue practising English and familiarising themselves with online learning and assessment activities.
Since the assessment will be computer-based, teachers should also ensure that they are comfortable using computers and accessing online platforms.
Where possible, schools can support teachers by making computers and internet connectivity available during appropriate periods.
When Will the New Assessment Date Be Announced?
At the time of the REB announcement, no new date had been provided for the English Proficiency Standardised Assessments.
REB indicated that further communication about the next steps will follow in due course.
Therefore, teachers should avoid relying on unofficial dates or messages circulating on social media. It is important to wait for official communication from REB or the relevant education authorities.
What Teachers Should Do Now
While waiting for the new date, teachers are encouraged to:
- Continue practising English on the EF English online platform.
- Make regular use of available learning materials.
- Improve their computer skills in preparation for the computer-based test.
- Follow official REB communication for updates.
- Contact their school leadership when they need support accessing computers or internet.
- Keep preparing instead of waiting for the new assessment date.
Message to Headteachers
Headteachers have an important role in supporting teachers during this preparation period.
REB has requested schools to make available appropriate resources, particularly laptops and internet access, to enable teachers to practise and prepare for the computer-based assessment.
Schools can therefore help teachers by organising access to available computers and ensuring that internet connectivity is available where possible.
The English Proficiency Standardised Assessments for teachers have been postponed, and REB will communicate the new date at a later time.
In the meantime, teachers are encouraged to remain prepared by regularly practising on the EF English online platform. Schools, through their Headteachers, are also expected to provide appropriate resources such as laptops and internet access to support teachers' preparation.
Teachers should continue following official REB communication for information about the new assessment date and next steps.
0 Comments