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In the language classroom, rapid feedback is vital for student growth, yet manual grading often causes a "feedback lag" that hinders learning momentum. This poster presentation showcases ZipGrade, a budget-friendly mobile application that transforms any smartphone or tablet into an instant optical scanner. By eliminating the need for expensive, proprietary hardware, ZipGrade allows educators to grade multiple-choice assessments in seconds, even while completely offline.
Attendees visiting this poster will discover how to easily implement this tool to reduce administrative burnout and enhance data-driven instruction. The presenter will visually demonstrate how to generate free, customizable answer sheets, organize student data, and utilize the app’s automatic "Item Analysis" feature to instantly pinpoint collective vocabulary or grammar gaps.
Through practical examples—including formative exit tickets and reading comprehension quizzes—this presentation illustrates how ZipGrade bridges the gap between assessment and instruction. Visitors will walk away with actionable strategies to drastically cut grading time, simplify record-keeping, and redirect their energy toward meaningful student engagement. Whether operating in high-tech or low-resource environments, teachers will learn how to turn grading into an efficient, on-the-spot teaching tool.
Biography
Chan Lekna Koem currently serves as Head Teacher in the Foreign Language Department at Prek Leap New Generation School in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. She contributes to curriculum innovation, teacher mentoring, and student development within the school. She holds a Master’s Degree in Education (Curriculum and Instruction) from the Royal University of Phnom Penh, a Bachelor of Education in TEFL, and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. She is also a proud alumna of the Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement (TEA) Program and Teach for Cambodia (TFC).
In 2024, she earned first place in the SEAQIL Kartini Award, presented by SEAMEO QITEP in Language (Indonesia), which recognizes outstanding language teachers in Southeast Asia. This honor reflects her commitment to advancing English language education in Cambodia.
Her professional aspiration is to become a leader in educational policy and practice, equipping both teachers and students with essential 21st-century skills and contributing to Cambodia’s broader goal of strengthening its education system for sustainable national development.
Sreylin Koem is a dedicated secondary school English teacher who is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Education at the National Institute of Education, Cambodia. Passionate about teaching and lifelong learning, she is committed to continuously developing her professional skills and enhancing her classroom practices. She is eager to explore innovative teaching approaches that support student engagement and improve learning outcomes. With a strong interest in personal and professional growth, she strives to create meaningful learning experiences that empower her students to succeed academically and confidently use English in real-life contexts.
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