Assessments
Summative
Formative
Interim/Benchmark
Performance
Diagnostic
H.O.T Questions
Guiding
Closing
Opening
Definition: Formative assessments are low stakes assessments that are used to provide feedback and adjust instruction.
Whiteboard Splash: Multiple students respond to a prompt/question on the board all at the same time.
3-2-1Exit Slip: Students will each write down 3 things they learned, 2 things they found interesting, and 1 question that they still have.
Definition: Interim/benchmark assessments happen periodically throughout the school year to measure student learning and determine if they are on track for future learning.
STAAR: The STAAR test is a standardized test given in the state of Texas to assess a students knowledge/achievements in the grade level.
Definition: Summative assessments are usually high stake, meaning that they have a high grade value. They are used to evaluate student learning at the end of a unit, year, etc.
Definition: A performance assessment requires students to perform an open ended task rather than answering traditional test questions.
Definition: Diagnostic assessments help teachers figure out students strengths and weaknesses. By knowing this, teachers can adjust their lessons to match what each student needs and make use of their strengths.
MAP: The MAP is a computerized test that is used to measure student knowledge in reading, language, and math.
Mid-Term/Final Exam: Exams given to assess what a student has learned over a period of time.
Essay: Used as a way for students to demonstrate in writing what they have learned over a period of time
Oral Report:A presentation where a person or group speaks to the audience about a specific topic.
Short Answer Questions: An opportunity for students to respond to a question using a concise response in their own words.
Running Records: An assessment done periodically to assess a students reading level. The teacher codes, scores, and analyzes the students during and after the reading.
Unit Pre-Test: A non-graded assessment tool used by teachers to determine what prior knowledge a student has on a topic before beginning instruction.
What is another title that would fit with this story?
Could Goldilocks and Baby Bear switch places? Why or why not?
What would happen if Goldilocks didn't break Baby Bears chair?
Why does Goldilocks think it's okay to go inside the Bear's house?
If you were the author, how would you change the ending of the story?
Why would it be bad if we all went into strangers houses?
