Expert Teachers Research Articles

Exploring teachers’ agency in inclusive education: Secondary education teachers navigating their projects in responding to the diversity in students’ sociocultural backgrounds

This study examined educational projects that Dutch secondary teachers consider to be inclusive and their agency in implementing them. Using Banks' (1993) Multicultural Education (ME) model, we analyzed inclusive projects that twelve expert teachers mentioned having developed and used Personal Project Analysis (Little, 1983) to capture teachers' accompanied agency. Inclusive projects were considered meaningful, but poorly manageable and connected with daily teaching practice. A high degree of agency hinged on the ability to connect with existing curriculum and a management that supports teachers' inclusive initiatives. This paper refines ME's dimensions and uncovers misconceptions hindering teachers' agency in inclusive practices.

Exploring teacher discourse patterns: Comparative insights from novice and expert teachers in junior high school EFL contexts

Effective teacher discourse is critical in improving English as a foreign language (EFL) education, particularly in junior high schools in China, where students are at a crucial stage in their language development. As junior high school students are at a pivotal developmental stage, this research investigates the discourse patterns employed by novice and expert teachers to assess their impact on students' engagement and language acquisition. Despite the extensive research on teacher discourse in higher education, a significant gap remains regarding its application in compulsory primary education settings. This study aims to fill this gap by examining the current classroom discourse patterns of EFL teachers in junior high schools to identify the distinctions between novice and expert teachers and explore the factors contributing to these differences. This mixed-methods study includes qualitative and quantitative analyses. Verbatim transcriptions of six classes were used to create a corpus exceeding 20,000 words. The data were analysed using cross-tabulation in Excel and Chi-square tests in SPSS 22.0, complemented by semi-structured interviews with selected teachers. The theoretical framework is grounded in Long's（1996）interaction hypothesis, which underlines the significance of communication in facilitating language proficiency through meaningful interaction, and the analysis follows Sinclair and Coulthard's（1975）discourse patterns. The initiation-response-feedback (IRF) and initiation-response-0 (IR0) emerged as predominant patterns among both novice and expert teachers. Novice teachers predominantly relied on the basic IRF pattern, while expert teachers exhibited greater flexibility and more frequent use of variant patterns, such as IRFR, I[RnFn] and [InRn]F. Such adaptability among expert teachers creates a more interactive and engaging learning environment, thereby enhancing student participation and language acquisition. The study also identifies a novel variant structure, IRnF, used more frequently by expert teachers, underlining the benefits of group work in fostering teamwork and independent thinking. Expert teachers demonstrated a greater propensity to adapt their discourse strategies to foster a more production-oriented learning environment, which was the main factor driving the teachers' differing discourse patterns. This study significantly contributes to the analysis of teacher discourse in the junior high school EFL context, providing empirical evidence and practical insights that bridge the gap between theory and practice. By elucidating the distinct discourse practices of novice and expert teachers, this study offers valuable recommendations for teacher professional development and highlights the importance of employing varied and interactive discourse structures to improve EFL teaching effectiveness. The study also provides valuable insights for educators striving to improve their instructional practices and the language acquisition in EFL classrooms.

Development of E-Modules Based on Discovery Learning on Temperature and Heat Material to Improve Communication Skills of Grade V Elementary School Students

The purpose of this study was to describe the results of the validity, practicality, and effectiveness of the development of Discovery Learning-Based E-Module Media to Improve Communication Skills of Fifth Grade Elementary School Students. With the development of E-Module science learning based on Discover Learning, it is expected to motivate students in the learning process and can increase student activity in learning Theme 6 Subtheme 1 Temperature and Heat. The research design used is Research and Development (R&D) development research. The development model in this study uses the ADDIE model. The research instruments used are expert validation questionnaires, teacher and student response questionnaires and learning outcome tests. Based on the research conducted, the results of the level of validity of the learning media obtained from the results of the validation of material experts and learning media experts obtained the Valid criteria. While the results of the practicality test of the media developed based on the results of the teacher and student response questionnaires obtained the criteria of very practical learning media and the results of the practicality test seen from student learning outcomes obtained the criteria of effective media used to improve student learning outcomes. Based on the results of the data analysis carried out, it can be concluded that the developed learning media has been proven to be valid, practical and effective for use to improve the communication skills of fifth grade elementary school students.

Koditako Media (Digital Comics of Economic Activities) in IPAS for Fourth-Grade Students

The use of learning media that is less varied and exciting results in students being less interested in learning, resulting in low student learning outcomes. This research aims to analyze the development, feasibility and effectiveness of Koditako media in improving student learning outcomes in the economic activities material in the science and science subject. This research is Research and Development (RnD), which refers to the ADDIE model. The subjects of this research consisted of material experts, material experts, language experts, class IV teachers and class IV students totalling 19 students. Data was collected by conducting observations, interviews, questionnaires and tests. Data analysis uses qualitative and quantitative descriptive analysis. The results of expert validation tests and teacher and student responses obtained very appropriate criteria. The T-test indicated a significant difference between the pretest and post-test average scores. The N-Gain test with moderate criteria shows increased student learning outcomes after using Koditako media. It was concluded that Koditako media is feasible and effective in improving learning outcomes for "IPAS" material on economic activities. The implication of this research is to make it easier for students to understand science learning material about economic activities so that student learning outcomes can improve.

Aplikasi Kumer-Math Berbasis Pembelajaran Diferensiasi Terhadap Kemampuan Berpikir Kreatif Pada Materi Perbandingan Trigonometri

This research aims to produce learning media in the form of Android applications that achieve valid, practical and effective criteria so that they are suitable for use. This research uses Research and Development (R&D) methodology. The steps for developing this application use the ADDIE model which stands for analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation. The subjects in this research were class X SMA Negeri 1 Mempawah Hilir students. The instruments used in this research were media and material expert validation sheets, student and teacher response questionnaires, and posttests. The research results related to validity reached a validity level in the "Very Valid" category with media validity reaching 88.78% and material validity reaching 95.57%, reaching a level of practicality with the "Very Practical" criteria as indicated by the student response questionnaire which reached a score of 90, 13% and the response questionnaire given by the teacher reached a score of 93.08%, reaching a level of effectiveness with the criteria "Very Effective" based on the completion score determined by the school with test results showing the percentage of student completion getting a score of 91.67%. With this it can be concluded that the Kumer - Math application based on differentiation learning for creative thinking skills in trigonometry comparison material is very suitable for use.

Project-Based Learning Model Oriented Towards Creative Character in Poetry Text Learning for 10th Grade High School Students

This research is entitled "Project-Based Learning Model Oriented Towards Creative Character in Poetry Text Learning for 10th Grade High School Students." Based on the results of research on poetry text learning activities, teachers need to adapt the learning model to effectively implement classroom activities. Therefore, the problem addressed by this research is how to model a creative character-oriented project-based learning approach in teaching poetry texts in 10th-grade high school. The aim of this research is to explain a creative character-oriented project-based learning model for teaching poetry texts. The research method used is Research and Development (RnD). The primary data source comes from expert teachers who validate the Learning Implementation Plan tool. Data collection is conducted by providing a set of question instruments to the validators for assessment. The data analysis technique involves validation analysis and effectiveness analysis, assisted by statistical analysis using Microsoft Excel. The presentation of the collected data includes a narrative description of the Learning Implementation Plan (RPP) after validation by the validators. Conclusions are drawn from the validation results based on questionnaire evidence provided by the three validators. At the final stage, after the lesson plan has been validated, it will be concluded and described. The research results showed that the average score before using the project-based learning model (O1) was 79.80. After using the project-based learning model, the score (O2) increased to 87.30. Data based on regression statistical tests using Microsoft Excel show that the p-value is < 0.005, indicating that H0 is accepted. This data explains that with a p-value of 0.868, there is a significant difference in learning outcomes between before and after using the Project-Based Learning Model.

Características metodológicas de la enseñanza del razonamiento profesional en kinesiología: Estudio cualitativo

Background. The initial training of healthcare professionals has exhibited persistent declared dysfunction since the Alma Ata declaration, which exposed the difficulties of conditioned reasoning due to mimetic assimilation in problem-solving. Objective. To understand the methodological characteristics of the processes used by teachers in teaching professional reasoning (PR) to kinesiology students. Methodology. A qualitative interpretive study was conducted using a purposive sampling method, through semi structured interviews (SSI) with 9 expert teachers (ET) in PR from accredited universities. The interviews were recorded on the Microsoft TEAMS® platform. Data were collected during 2020-2023 in 5 selected Chilean Kinesiology schools based on curricular evidence and ranking. Results. The emerging themes identified in the interviews with teachers were transcribed and coded using the Atlas.ti® software. It was found that the characteristics of case study analysis in different applications stood out as the predominant methodology in teaching PR, while the most recurrent assessment instrument was the Rubric. Conclusions. There is a wide range of strategies used by ETs to teach PR. These strategies consist of both traditional methodologies and more student-centered active resources, with theoretical and practical aspects characterized by the formative moment, the selected model, and the imprecise taxonomic articulation of strategies and assessment instruments. This highlights the need for a greater integration of factors for the learning of PR.

The Relationship between E-Book Material on Grouping Animals Based on Food Type and the Scientific Literacy Ability of Students in Elementary Schools

The research aims to determine the level of validity and practicality as well as the partial relationship between e-book material on grouping animals based on food type and students' scientific literacy abilities at SDN Rambutan 02, East Jakarta. The research uses mixed research methods, with a quasi-experimental design model and a development model. The instrument trial involved 3 experts, namely media experts, material experts and language experts. Meanwhile, the group trial involved 45 students and 2 class teachers. Data analysis techniques include tabulation of expert validator questionnaire data and teacher and student response questionnaire data. This research shows that the level of validity and practicality of developing e-book-based science teaching materials is very good, and the results of the significance test of the relationship between e-book material on grouping animals based on food type and students' scientific literacy abilities show a t-count of 14.526 with a significance level of 0.000. So, it can be said that there is a significant relationship between the e-book material on grouping animals based on food type and the scientific literacy abilities of students at SDN Rambutan 02, East Jakarta.

Unpacking expert teachers’ theory construction experiences: a case study

ABSTRACT This case study uses qualitative data generated over three years to explore how a Chinese expert teacher constructs her personal practical theory (PPT) about teaching. The data analysis showed that the teacher successfully constructed a personally relevant, institutionally expected, and socio-culturally embedded PPT that manifested her teaching beliefs. The teacher constructed the PPT through five essential and interrelated steps: (a) identifying effective teaching practice; (b) crystalising a core concept from effective teaching; (c) proposing theoretical tenets around the core concept; (d) configuring the theoretical tenets into a preliminary PPT; (e) refining the PPT in relevant communities. The theory construction experience deepened the teacher’s understanding of teaching and enhanced her confidence in engaging with educational theories and university-based scholars. However, the teacher’s lack of knowledge about educational theories and hands-on tools for theory construction posed significant challenges to the teacher. This study generates new empirical evidence and conceptual insights into teacher theory construction, enriching international discussions on the theory-practice gap in education. The research findings also suggest practical implications for frontline teachers, facilitating their engagement with theories to close the theory-practice divide in their situated contexts.

A map of collective pedagogical content knowledge as a basis for studying the development of biology teachers’ personal PCK of evolution

ABSTRACT In the past few decades, a large body of research has been conducted on pedagogical content knowledge (PCK), but further empirical and theoretical studies are needed to enhance our understanding of PCK development. This study aimed to describe the development of PCK of evolution in a group of biology teachers using a modified version of the refined consensus model (Mixed Model), including the five components of PCK from the model elaborated by Magnusson et al. (1999). The qualitative research design involved multiple study cases, including semi-structured interviews and lesson plan meetings. A collective PCK (cPCK) map was generated via content representation interviews with six expert biology teachers and scholars. The ideas expressed by three or more experts were then included in the cPCK map, which was used to assess the personal PCK (pPCK) development of a different group of seven biology schoolteachers using three traits: map area, map shape, and the identity of the concepts included in the map. The findings show that the development of teachers’ pPCK was mainly due to the increase in the map area resulting from the inclusion of new concepts belonging to knowledge of students learning and to the knowledge associated with strategies.

Characterisation of the pedagogical knowledge of evolution content using the mapping approach

ABSTRACT The attributes of Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK) related to biological evolution in Biology teachers with varying years of professional experience were investigated. Unlike previous research that used questionnaires and interviews, we adopted a mapping approach, a more contemporary exploratory methodology. We conceptualised PCK as a narrative knowledge, which inquiring through a hypothetical classroom situation, reveals a teleological epistemological obstacle about evolution. We explored the perceptions, predictions, and justifications of 32 teachers, using their narratives as analysis units for mapping in accordance with their teaching experience. The results highlight that the most linked components of PCK are knowledge of the curriculum, knowledge of students, and teaching strategies. It was observed that novice teachers exhibit PCK with a greater number of linked components. Conversely, expert teachers recognise assessment knowledge in the structure of PCK, while novices emphasise the purposes and nature of the sciences. These findings suggest that the exploration of the relationships between components should not be viewed uniformly, but in terms of the type of the generating knowledge.

Pengembangan Buku Saku Berbasis Ideal Problem Solving terhadap Kemampuan Pemecahan Masalah pada Materi Bangun Ruang

The aim of the research is to develop a Pocket Book based on IDEAL Problem Solving that is suitable for use by students. This research is Research and Development (R&D). The research design used is the ADDIE model which consists of five stages consisting of Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation and Evaluating. This research was conducted at Assalam Pontianak Middle School with the research subjects being 15 students in class VII B. The data collection tools used were expert validation sheets, teacher and student response questionnaires, and problem solving ability tests. The data analysis used is calculating the validity of the media with the minimum criteria of "valid", calculating the practicality of teacher and student response questionnaires with the minimum criteria of "practical, and effectiveness using posttest calculations of minimally effective criteria. Based on the results that have been described, it is concluded that the IDEAL Problem Solving-Based Pocket Book on Problem Solving Abilities is suitable for use in learning because it can help improve problem solving abilities. The validity level of the Pocket Book with a validity level of "very valid" reaches media validity of 92% and material validity of 91.55%, the practicality level of the Pocket Book with the practicality level of "practical" and "very practical" with a student response questionnaire score of 81.01% and the questionnaire teacher response was 92%, and the effectiveness level of the Pocket Book with an effectiveness level of "effective" reached an average of 83.2%

Real-Time multifaceted artificial intelligence vs In-Person instruction in teaching surgical technical skills: a randomized controlled trial

Trainees develop surgical technical skills by learning from experts who provide context for successful task completion, identify potential risks, and guide correct instrument handling. This expert-guided training faces significant limitations in objectively assessing skills in real-time and tracking learning. It is unknown whether AI systems can effectively replicate nuanced real-time feedback, risk identification, and guidance in mastering surgical technical skills that expert instructors offer. This randomized controlled trial compared real-time AI feedback to in-person expert instruction. Ninety-seven medical trainees completed a 90-min simulation training with five practice tumor resections followed by a realistic brain tumor resection. They were randomly assigned into 1-real-time AI feedback, 2-in-person expert instruction, and 3-no real-time feedback. Performance was assessed using a composite-score and Objective Structured Assessment of Technical Skills rating, rated by blinded experts. Training with real-time AI feedback (n = 33) resulted in significantly better performance outcomes compared to no real-time feedback (n = 32) and in-person instruction (n = 32), .266, [95% CI .107 .425], p < .001; .332, [95% CI .173 .491], p = .005, respectively. Learning from AI resulted in similar OSATS ratings (4.30 vs 4.11, p = 1) compared to in-person training with expert instruction. Intelligent systems may refine the way operating skills are taught, providing tailored, quantifiable feedback and actionable instructions in real-time.

Changes in an early childhood education and care teacher’s practical theory in language pedagogy as a nexus:

This case study focuses on an expert early childhood education and care teacher’s practical theory in language pedagogy when implementing bilingual pedagogy (Finnish–Swedish) in a linguistically heterogeneous group of children aged 3–5 years. Practical theory refers to teachers’ views of good teaching that guide their practices. Applying a mediated discourse analysis approach (nexus analysis), we examine the interplay of factors that promote and challenge changes in the practical theory of language pedagogy in early childhood education and care. The discourses show that the changes are related to Swedish use (a new language for the children) and the use of the children’s home languages. Several personal, interactional, and contextual factors circulate in the expert teacher’s discourses, affecting the changes in her practical theory. Personal factors include reflection, beliefs, and experiences. Feedback from parents and children represents interactional factors, whereas contextual factors cover concepts such as participation and language-enriched teaching. This study highlights the significance of the multiple interrelated factors that are present when an expert teacher’s practical theory of language pedagogy changes, which needs to be reflected upon both in the practice of early childhood education and in teacher training.

통합교육형 순회교육 담당 교사의 역량 탐색

The purpose of this study was to identify educational competencies (competency group - competency element - competency indicator) that itinerant teachers perceive as necessary and important according to the characteristics of inclusive itinerant education in which special education teachers from the Gyeonggi-do Special Education Support Center visit general schools to support students with special needs placed in general classrooms. This study aims to derive implications for future professional development programs to enhance the expertise of itinerant teachers at the Gyeonggi-do Special Education Support Center. To achieve this aim, a draft of the competencies for itinerant teachers was developed by analyzing papers on the competencies of special education teachers and inclusive itinerant education. The validity of these competencies was then verified through two rounds of Delphi expert surveys. Through this process, the necessary competencies for itinerant teachers at the Special Education Support Center were finalized into three competency groups, nine competency elements, and 20 competency indicators. Based on the research results, the structure and components of the final competencies required for itinerant teachers at the Gyeonggi-do Special Education Support Center were discussed; moreover, the differences from the competencies of general special education teachers and the characteristics of inclusive itinerant education conducted by the Gyeonggi-do Special Education Support Center were also considered.

Development of Primary School Teacher Performance Assessment Instruments Based on Main Duties and Functions

This research aims to: create a teacher performance assessment instrument based on main tasks and functions; observe how the teacher performance assessment instrument developed can assess teacher performance well; find out the validity of the teacher performance assessment instrument developed according to material experts and design experts; and find out How effective was the teacher performance assessment instrument developed? The research was conducted at the Region II Elementary School (SD) Sei Rampah District, Serdang Bedagai Regency, in January–March 2024, using descriptive data analysis techniques. The development of the training model was carried out using the Thiagarajan Four-D (4-D) development model, which consists of four stages: define, design, develop, and disseminate. Data collection techniques used were interviews, questionnaires, and interviews, which were analyzed descriptively. Research subjects are expert validators, supervisors, school principals, and teachers. The research product is a teacher performance assessment instrument based on the main tasks and functions. The results of the material expert assessment show that in the very good category, the average percentage is 87.50% (very good), design experts are at 90.50% (very good), principal respondents are at 88.50% (very good), and teacher respondents are at 87.44% (very good). Furthermore, teacher performance assessment instruments based on main tasks and functions can be used in implementing teacher performance assessments

Challenges in Islamic Education Curriculum Development: A Comparative Study of Indonesia, Pakistan, and India

This study identified the challenges in Islamic education curriculum development in Indonesia, Pakistan, and India. By using a paradigmatic interpretive approach, data were obtained from interviews with 15 international students enrolled for the Islamic studies doctoral program in Malaysia; these students were from Indonesia, Pakistan, and India. These students each have more than five years of experience teaching Islamic education subjects in their respective countries. The study found that, in Indonesia, the main challenges in Islamic education curriculum development are integrating the national curriculum with local and global diversity and increasing the accessibility of education for people at all levels of society. The gap between Islamic education patterns in madrasas and public schools should also be addressed. In Pakistan, the main challenge was the accessibility of education, especially in rural areas, and overcoming limited infrastructure and facilities that are the result of the government’s low education budget. Complex challenges, such as gender inequality, ethnic discrimination, and political conflict also hamper curriculum development efforts. In India, challenges center on the conflict between Islam and Hinduism; furthermore, disputes over history and religious identity complicate the integration of Islamic values into the broad curriculum. Another significant barrier is shortcomings in the technological expertise of teachers. While the challenges in the different countries differ, they share similarities in terms of the complexity of crafting a curriculum that is relevant to technological developments, and the needs of a dynamic job market. This study can contribute to policy-making, so that these three countries can work together to improve and enhance the quality of Islamic education.

Digital Teaching Materials for Explanatory Texts to Strengthen Critical Thinking for High School Students

This research aims to develop digital teaching materials for explanatory texts to strengthen high school students' critical thinking. Formulation of the problem of this research (1) How do digital explanatory text teaching materials strengthen critical thinking? (2) What are the results of implementing digital explanatory text teaching materials to strengthen critical thinking? This research uses research and development methods with the ADDIE model. The steps in this research consist of needs analysis, designing digital teaching materials, developing digital teaching materials, implementing digital teaching material products, and evaluating digital teaching material products. The method for collecting data in this research is by collecting data from the results of expert validation questionnaires and student assessment questionnaires. The data obtained was analyzed descriptively using a Likert scale. The results of the design of digital teaching materials for explanatory texts to strengthen high school students' critical thinking consist of cover, material, post-material, Canva video, and accompanied by musical instruments that can be accessed using a computer or smartphone. The results of product assessments by validity experts (materials, media and teachers) as well as the results of student questionnaires regarding digital teaching material products with explanatory texts are stated in the "feasible" category. Test results in the implementation of explanatory text digital teaching materials to strengthen students' critical thinking at MA Al-Zaytun and SMAN 1 Gantar, the average student score has increased compared to before implementing explanatory text digital teaching materials. The conclusion of this research is that the results of tests and questionnaires on digital teaching materials for explanatory texts to strengthen high school students' critical thinking are categorized as having improved. The respondents' assessment indicates that the digital teaching material product, explanatory text for enhancing high school students' critical thinking, meets the necessary criteria for use by students or teachers.

ORGANIZING SELF-EDUCATION ACTIVITIES FOR MEDICAL COLLEGE STUDENTS IN THE CONTEXT OF BLENDED LEARNING

The article aims to review current trends in the organization of self-education activities for medical college students, models of blended learning, and its main components that ensure the self-education of future nursing specialists. The research methods are terminological and comparative analysis, generalization, specification, and modelling. Based on the analysis of primary sources, it has been established that self-education activities are a type of educational and cognitive activity motivated by an internal drive for self-improvement and facilitated by the use of specific methods for seeking and assimilating social experience. It has been emphasized that through self-education, medical professionals are better able to handle complex clinical cases and provide high-quality medical care to their patients, including via the use of digital technologies. Blended learning is defined as a combination of traditional face-to-face (contact) learning and computer-mediated or online learning. It has been pointed out that the implementation of blended learning requires the development of appropriate pedagogical design and innovations that ensure the application of adequate teaching and assessment methods with carefully planned content and structured academic courses. The blended learning system is presented as an integration of face-to-face classroom and clinical sessions, independent student work, and online learning. It has been noted that in blended models, the supply of educational material and interaction with the teacher can occur in both physical and virtual environments, during both classroom sessions and asynchronously during extracurricular activities. The specifics of self-education activities for medical college students using some models such as rotational, laboratory, independent blended learning, flexible learning, enriched virtual learning, flipped classroom, and personalized learning have been described. In each model, the core element is identified as the electronic educational resource. In the blended learning system such a resource is viewed not as an auxiliary tool of the traditional educational process but as the one that successfully combines traditional and distance learning forms, incorporating both non-digital and digital technologies. It has been determined that blended learning is based on the flexible combination of in-class learning (contact hours) with online sessions (asynchronously or synchronously). Among the tools for blended learning used in organizing self-education activities for medical college students, the following have been highlighted and described: online lectures, practical sessions in webinar mode, project and group work online, learning management systems such as LMS Moodle, laboratory work in a blended format, virtual and augmented reality technologies, a combination of formal and nonformal education, self-testing complexes, webinar consultations, artificial intelligence technologies, and specialized medical applications. It has been concluded regarding the feasibility of implementing blended learning in the training of medical college students and the organization of their self-education activities. This will enhance the quality of education, and the efficiency of resource utilization of educational institutions, increase the level of professional expertise and mobility of teachers, and ultimately provide additional competitive advantages to the educational institution in the educational services market.

EXPLAIN THE CONTENT OF DEVELOPING AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENTS IN INDONESIAN LANGUAGE LEARNING VIII SMP NEGERI 2 BINJAI

This study aims to, (1) develop the form of authentic assessment instruments in the learning news text of SMP Negeri 2 Binjai, (2) describe the process of developing authentic assessment instruments in the learning news text of grade VIII SMP Negeri 2 Binjai, (3) describe the feasibility of authentic assessment instruments in the learning news text of grade VIII SMP Negeri 2 Binjai. The type of research used in this research is research and development (R&amp;D). The research instruments used in this study were material expert validation questionnaires, languages, and teacher response tests using the Likert scale. The results of this study proved that authentic assessment instruments in class VIII SMP Negeri 2 news text learning were included in the "excellent" and "suitable for use" categories with material expert scores of 77.5%, linguists 75%, and 95% teacher response test. Therefore, authentic assessment instruments in learning class VIII news texts of SMP Negeri 2 Binjai are worth using.