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that denies moderate values can be found in the procedures used by teachers
when analysing student differences in terms of basic knowledge and

experience before determining the subject matter. This is because the teacher,
in compiling material and material indicators and subject matter, still strictly
refers to the syllabus set by the government. This condition affects the gap in

students' ability to understand and master the material taught by the teacher.
Likewise, the teacher's decision in choosing learning methods and media does

not consider the aspect of moderation in its determination so that not all
students can actively participate in learning with the methods and media
chosen by the teacher.

Little et al. (2003) suggested several teacher characteristics, including
(1) Assessing student performance more consistently, effectively, confidently,

and fairly; (2) Building general knowledge about curriculum expectations and
achievement levels; (3) Identifying strengths and areas of growth based on
evidence of student learning; (4) Adapt and acquire new learning by

comparing one's thoughts with the thoughts of others, whether students or
teachers; and (5) Sharing effective practices to meet the needs of all students,
monitor progress, and celebrate growth. The whole process must have the

value of accountability, fairness, transparency, and communication between
students and teachers. According to Little et al. (2003), the most potent aspect
of teacher moderation is a discussion involving students in conducting

assessments and collectively sharing effective strategies in planning the next
steps for learning.

Theoretical support for this concept is found in research at universities
in Turkey that to encourage universities to improve the quality of standards
that are equivalent to international standards, they must have the quality from

various aspects such as the quality of teaching and learning, students,
programs, graduates, resources, and good governance. Balanced must include

comprehensive moderation (Wasatiyyah) in achieving the best as a provider of
knowledge for the nation (Hj. Yaakub & Othman, 2018). This study found the
position and position of moderation as a determining element of the success of