Formative+Assessment

__Formative Assessment__

After attending the formative assessment workshop, I discovered that I have been using several methods for assessing while teaching. I also discovered that there are many more opportunities for formal and informal assessment while teaching. It is much easier to use formative assessment often when starting from the end-goal. I use the Understanding by Design model to create meaningful activities as a way of mastering the standard.
 * standards were presented in student language
 * students provided plans for their projects before beginning; small group assessment led to revision
 * students were allowed to have input in developing rubrics, then given rubrics prior to completing a project
 * students were given open-ended questions for application of knowledge
 * students had one-on-one or small group discussion with teacher concerning direction of project and allowed to improve/modify projects
 * achievement series pre- and post-tests were given without grading; students could evaluate present knowledge and reteaching / restudying could take place before the final summative assessment
 * SMARTboard review games were student created
 * blog with teacher / student feedback