Amplifying ICT Proficiency via Collaborative Assessment: Exploring Group Collaboration's Influence on Instructing Principles of Visual Message Design Using Infographics

Abstract

In 21st-century education, collaboration has emerged as an essential skill, forming integral competencies needed in the learning process. Collaborative learning adopts subject mastery, hones critical thinking, cultivates problem-solving ability, and refines interpersonal competencies. The current work investigates the efficacy of collaborative assessment tasks in enhancing ICT skills, specifically focusing on the principles of visual message design using infographics. A quantitative approach and observational study design were utilized. A pre-test-post-test design was implemented to evaluate the impact of the intervention. The data collection strategies include classroom surveillance via eight CCTV cameras, student activity capture, survey questionnaires, and validation through cross-checking interviews.  Results showed that optimal collaboration attainment hinges on four core criteria: team cooperation, shared responsibility, joint decision-making, and interdependent contributions. The assessment task positively influenced student performance, reinforcing its pedagogical value. In addition to teamwork, the assessment tasks have stimulated 21st-century skills, including communication, critical thinking, creativity, and information and media literacy proficiency.