Assessment
In order to assess what students have learned I use writing samples, projects, discussions and standard tests. I believe writing samples are the most advantageous because they can make students reflect on what they’ve learned instead of just regurgitating facts. In terms of projects and class discussions students are able to show me what they know while still learning. I am able to see what my students have gathered from the course and how well they are able to apply it. As for standardized tests, I use them as an overall assessment to see what students have learned. They are not as in depth as what projects, discussions or writing samples may be but they are still a useful tool to assess basic content knowledge and to prepare students for the standardized tests that they will eventually have to take.
All of my assessments are learning tools. In schools where it has been allowed, I have afforded the opportunity for students to retake tests or get extra help on the content material. In terms of retaking tests, I believe it is important to teach for mastery. Some students may need more time than others and if they are willing to put in extra work to show that they have learned the material then I allow them to demonstrate to me what they have learned.
Overall I believe in using assessments as a valuable learning tool for myself, how well I am doing as a teacher and what I can do to help my students be the highest achieving that they can possibly be.
Sample Assessment; Applied Quiz
Sample Assessment; Project
Sample Assessment; Essays
Sample Assessment; Class Discussion
All of my assessments are learning tools. In schools where it has been allowed, I have afforded the opportunity for students to retake tests or get extra help on the content material. In terms of retaking tests, I believe it is important to teach for mastery. Some students may need more time than others and if they are willing to put in extra work to show that they have learned the material then I allow them to demonstrate to me what they have learned.
Overall I believe in using assessments as a valuable learning tool for myself, how well I am doing as a teacher and what I can do to help my students be the highest achieving that they can possibly be.
Sample Assessment; Applied Quiz
Sample Assessment; Project
Sample Assessment; Essays
Sample Assessment; Class Discussion