The FUNCTIONALITY OF THE E-RUBRIC AS AN INSTRUMENT FOR IMPROVEMENT IN VIRTUAL ENVIRONMENTS IN THE ENGLISH AREA

The rubric as an instrument for improving the teaching-learning of English. A case study.

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to improve and optimize the evaluative rubrics applied in the area of ​​language training. Identify the functionality, achievements and difficulties presented by the correct application of the analytical rubric as an instrument to improve teaching-learning at the various levels of English of the Department of Continuing Education of the Instituto Tecnológico Superior Particular Sudamericano. A methodology with a quantitative approach is used, which makes use of field techniques, specifically the descriptive survey, in this sense the entire population is considered to apply the instrument and based on the information obtained, provide a solution. In turn, the data collection techniques contribute to the knowledge and acceptance of socialization, as well as the application of a standardized rubric that is incorporated into the teaching-learning process. In this sense, the non-application of an evaluative tool was verified, demonstrating various shortcomings in the estimation of knowledge acquired by the focus group. Therefore, the application of indications and a rubric adjusted to the area was proceeded to effectively improve the feedback of the students. Additionally, two diagnostics were run; initial and final, which obtained as a result the verification of the before and after. In the same way, the socialization of the application of the rubric to the teaching staff in charge of each one of the levels allowed optimizing the results of the evaluations and providing information on the difficulties presented by those involved. Preventing in this way, the waste of skills and knowledge of students.