This collection features resources that assist teachers with formative assessment. A number of engaging resources and tools are provided as well as a variety of way to utilize these tools to inform needs based instruction, differentiation, explicit instruction and groupings.
Formative assessment is assessment FOR learning (if done by a teacher) and AS learning (if done by a student). These assessments are used along the learning path to inform instruction, identify needs and progress and inform next steps. Progress should be monitored by the teacher and the student, and reflection should be part of the process.
Ditch That Textbook has tons of great ideas to support teachers in …
Ditch That Textbook has tons of great ideas to support teachers in their busy classrooms. One of the many resources offered are FREE templates that will save time and engage students in their learning.To access these free templates (Google Slides and PowerPoint) head on over to https://ditchthattextbook.com/resources/templates or check out the individual sections included in this lesson.
The best features of game shows can be used to review and …
The best features of game shows can be used to review and teach in the classroom. Kahoot!, Quizizz, Quizlet Live, and Gimkit can help. See their pros, cons and what makes them different.
A set of questions that can be used for a variety of …
A set of questions that can be used for a variety of ages in a variety of settings. These are very useful if students are all working on different activities!
Educational Scavenger Hunts for the 21st Century! This app helps you facilitate …
Educational Scavenger Hunts for the 21st Century!
This app helps you facilitate scavenger hunts, where teams of students compete to find items you assign (in the physical world), then take photo evidence at each point and post it on the app. The app then keeps track of team points so you know which team won by the end.
This tool could be used for teams to complete assessments, or to provide feedback and capture an snapshot of their current level of understanding of the material. Students could also CREATE these for summative assessments to share with their peers if centered around a topic of study in the classroom.
These tasks, rubrics and exemplars support high quality instruction and assessment. They …
These tasks, rubrics and exemplars support high quality instruction and assessment. They have been adapted by Horizon School Division Grade 5 teachers.
The tools for educators include: ~ Problems of the Month - The …
The tools for educators include: ~ Problems of the Month - The Problems of the Month are non-routine math problems designed to be used schoolwide to promote a problem-solving theme at your school. Each problem is divided into five levels of difficulty, Level A (primary) through Level E (high school), to allow access and scaffolding for students into different aspects of the problem and to stretch students to go deeper into mathematical complexity. ~ Jumpstart Guide for Practitioners - guide to accompany the Problems of the Month ~ Formative Re-engaging Lessons - Formative Re-Engaging Lessons involve a cycle of inquiry, instruction, assessment, analysis, selection, and re-engagement around a mathematical concept. Each Formative Re-Engaging Lesson includes a classroom video of the lesson, downloadable lesson plan, student pages, pre- and post-assessments, and supporting instructional materials. ~ Classroom Videos ~ Resources for Social and Emotional Learning in Mathematics Classrooms
Put every student on the path to success! Identify gaps, help students …
Put every student on the path to success! Identify gaps, help students learn and measure growth all in one easy system. In the classroom and at home. Quickly identify learning gaps with diagnostic and formative assessments. Give students differentiated assignments to remediate, reinforce or challenge. Monitor progress towards standards mastery to ensure students stay on track.
This resource includes great assessment tips for Kindergarten to Grade 5 for …
This resource includes great assessment tips for Kindergarten to Grade 5 for in-class assessment as well as ideas for teachers who are providing remote learning to their students. We Are Teachers is a tremendous place to find ots of wonderful teaching resources in all areas for all grade levels. Check it out the complete site at: https://www.weareteachers.com/
Thinking of students on different pathways to learning can help us better …
Thinking of students on different pathways to learning can help us better understand Personalized Learning. Implementing learning pathways can help teachers to "adapt to each student’s learning progress, motivation and goals".
In the example given (and there are many more versions you could use!) Students are on 3 pathways. All pathways get small group instruction!
Pathway 1 - these are the students that are usually ahead. They skip over some things and get into the deeper work. Pathway 2 - the "core" track for students working at level. Pathway 3 - these students may have gaps or work more slowly. They don't get MORE work, but work at their level. They will likely get more small group instruction than the other paths.
Formative assessment is used on all pathways to improve instruction and learning.
*students can move between pathways if desired or necessary!
Basic Concepts of Math from The Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools was created …
Basic Concepts of Math from The Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools was created as a numeracy diagnostic to assess the Saskatchewan Math curriculum. This assessment provides a snapshot of student performance., and it is intended to give an indication of grade level outcome achievement in math. This information can be used to inform your instruction and help meet your students' needs. Sask DLC teachers proceed to section 2 for interim materials.
"These Math Screeners were developed in response to the need expressed by …
"These Math Screeners were developed in response to the need expressed by teachers for a tool that would aid them in identifying specific skills and concepts where there were ‘gaps.’ Having this data will allow teachers to respond more effectively to students’ learning needs."
This 10 minute video will explain how you can find, schedule and …
This 10 minute video will explain how you can find, schedule and use the Saskatchewan Assessments housed within Mathletics with your students. These assessments can be used to support your work with Personalized Goals (PGs), classroom instruction and your other assessment needs.
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