7.1 Assessment FOR / OF / AS learning
The Edugains Assessment resource collection provides videos, eModules, webinars and resources to suppert the Growing Success document. One self reflection tool for assessment practices is linked here. The eModules provide a step-by-step, self directed learning opportunity to enhance your understanding of assessment for/of/as learning
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Authentic learning tasks require authentic assessment tools. Taking time to review the learning process and the product, along with reflections and self and/or peer assessments create a robust and full picture of student learning. Read more in this Making the Grade: The Role of Authentic Learning by Marilyn Lombardi.
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Using models from educators in the classroom can help shape your own assessment practices, with and without technology. Closely examining the achievement chart and co-creation of rubrics can clarify your understanding. See more here: http://www.heidisiwak.com/2015/02/a-rubric-has-emerged/
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Read about educator Heidi Siwak's experiences to deepen student understanding of assessment.
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Formative assessment toolsA collection of Five Fast Formative assessment tools outlines the functionality and affordances of these digital methods for collecting and assessing student learning - Kahoot, Zaption, Backchannel chat (Chatzy, Today's meet, googledocs), Byod - plickers, and mobile scanners.
We'll take a look at applying google forms for a variety of assessment strategies such as exit tickets, surveys and quick response questions. |
From the Growing Success document, there is a focus on direct instruction, as well as collecting and managing information about student learning in the learning skills and work habits. One example of embedding learning skills and work habits (LSWH) into a Grade 3 math lesson from Renfrew County is included HERE. One resource that can help understand the HABITS OF MIND relevant to learning skills and work habits is linked from the image.
You will have an opportunity to explore the Ed Mettle app, created by an Ontario educator to collect and share learning skills and work habits. You can access the software here: http://www.edmettle.com/login.php
You can learn more about this assessment tool HERE. Login in as a STUDENT with the class code and password provided by your instructor. Explore this assessment tool. Endorse your classmates for a specific skill and leave a comment for ONE of your classmates. Think about how you could apply this tool to your own classroom work. |
References and links
- Allowing students to deeply understand assessment by Heidi Siwak http://www.heidisiwak.com/2015/01/allowing-students-to-deeply-understand-assessment/
- Dipsticks: Efficient Ways to Check for Understanding, July 30, 2014. Todd Finley. Edutopia
- Rock your classroom with Google Forms - Lee Elementary
- Portfolios as assessment - http://indianajen.com/2014/02/05/student-digital-portfolios-redefining-assessment-with-ipads-google-apps/
- Habits of Mind - http://www.mindwerx.com/files/Habits_of_Mind_Summary_Outline.pdf
- The Best 8 Web Tools for doing Formative Assessment in Class - http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2015/02/8-good-formative-assessment-tools.html
- Snapshots of understanding? 10 smart tools for digital exit slips: http://www.teachthought.com/technology/smart-tools-for-digital-exit-slips/