Assessments
Formative: A low stakes method of assessment used by teachers use to give feedback, guide instruction and monitor learning
Quiz or exit tickets: Simple question(s) that is posed to all students prior to class ending. Students write their answers on a card or piece of paper and hand it in as they exit.
Class Discussions: This can be whole group (whole class discussion) or students can share with an elbow partner by responding to a discussion question . After each person has had a chance to share their ideas, the pair can then share out to the group.
Interim/ Benchmark :A comparison of student understanding or performance against a set of uniform standards within the same school year.
STAAR: A series of standardized tests used in Texas public primary and secondary schools to assess a student's achievements and knowledge learned in the grade level.
SAT: A standardized test used for college admissions, which allows college administrators to compare the abilities of incoming students.
Summative: An evaluation of student learning at the end of an instructional unit by comparing it against some standard or benchmark.
Unit Project: PowerPoint/slide show
End-of-unit or chapter tests:Research paper or model
H.O.T. Questions
Performance:A product or something produced by students providing concrete examples of the application of knowledge. Students can create, perform, and/or provide a critical response.
Science Lab Demonstration:Laboratory demonstrations provide opportunities for students to interact directly with the material , using the tools, data collection techniques, models, and theories of science.
Debate: A formal discussion on a particular topic in which the participants state their arguments in favor of or against the said topic.
Diagnostic: Used to identify current student knowledge and or possible misconceptions about a topic. Useful as pre and post assessments.
KeyMath: A way to individually measure student's mathematical concepts and skills.
SAT-prep course This study course is designed to teach the key math, reading, and writing concepts in the actual test. It may also provide test-taking strategies and the general structure of the SAT.
Opening
Is a plant a living or nonliving thing?
What do you know about plants?
Guiding Questions
What are the names of the plant parts?
What is the function of each part?
Closing Questions
What do plants need to grow?
How are plants different and how are they alike?