26/08/2026
Assessment isn't just about measuring learning. It's about responding to it.
In a classroom, knowing what a learner understands is only part of the picture. Teachers also need regular opportunities to use that information to decide what comes next.
This is where Check for Understanding (CFU) comes in. TaRL’s CFU process was developed to help teachers monitor learner progress more regularly and identify learners who may be ready to move to the next learning group. The approach has evolved through implementation and learning.
During classroom activities, teachers look for learners who appear ready to progress. These learners then receive a one-on-one check to confirm whether they are ready to move to the next learning group. It’s a simple shift, but an important one: checking understanding becomes a tool for making timely decisions about learning - not just a way of measuring it.