Which practice allows students to monitor their own progress toward learning goals and supports their moral development?

• A. Peer Evaluation
• B. Teacher Assessment
• C. Self-Assessment
• D. Standardized Testing

Answer: (C)

Self-assessment enables students to monitor their progress toward learning goals by having them compare their work to clear criteria and reflect on what they’ve learned and what still needs work. This practice builds metacognition—knowing how you learn—and helps students take ownership of their growth, including setting personal targets and planning next steps.

It also supports moral development because students must be honest about their strengths and weaknesses, take responsibility for improving, and use feedback ethically to guide their learning. When learners evaluate themselves, they practice integrity, self-discipline, and accountability for their outcomes.

This approach is especially effective here because it directly engages students in guiding their own learning journey, aligning both with academic progress and character growth. While peer evaluation, teacher assessment, and standardized testing each have value in other contexts, they do not center the student’s ongoing self-monitoring and personal responsibility to the same extent.