#symchat Archive
#symchat conversations focus on classroom integration of SymbalooEDU, the educational version of Symbaloo developed for students, educators and schools.
Wednesday October 26, 2016
Excited to be hosting ! It's all about assessments today! Who is with me?
Greetings Emily !!! Excited to join you for
Yay ! So glad to have you @ !
Q1) What are some assessment tasks that can be achieved with tech that cannot be achieved through traditional assessment means?
A1) tech allows a variety as opposed to traditional tests. Examples: graphic responses, performance-based tasks, and other media.
A1: With Symbaloo Lesson Plans, you have real time analytics that allow you to track and follow the progress of your students
Q2) What are some specific tools that can be used for these different types of assessment tasks?
Barbara you always share such great resources! Thanks for joining today!@BcCotter
A1. Book reports can now be book trailers Ss create using green screens and video editing
A2) some fave graphic response tools: , Google Slides/Drawings, Drawing Pad app
Yes! https://t.co/9lUtDVfdx1
A1. Book reports can now be book trailers Ss create using green screens and video editing
Good evening! Brenda Fry, Lansdowne, PA elementary librarian
Welcome ! Thanks for joining !
A2 Collaborative feedback w/
Q3)Growth mindset = understanding and ability develops with effort. How can technology assist with assessing growth?
Hello ! What are your thoughts on technology and assessment?
Yes! Easy to implement and easy to see results.
Because I work in two libraries I am always looking for efficient ways to assess my kids. It is hard b/c of the class sizes and
and limited time we have together. I am testing a book trailer video by 2nd and 6th graders. Slow process.
A3) Digital portfolios come to mind when talking about tech and growth mindset. Ex: , &
This makes me want to come work where you work.
Tracking data is almost always easier with tech! Nice!
Process may be slow but learning is great!
. here Ss make book trailers & add them to for other Ss to view!
Very true! But kudos to you for stepping out of the box!
What tools &/or devices are y'all using for book trailers? Do tell! https://t.co/5qo2kAJj9x
. here Ss make book trailers & add them to for other Ss to view!
As part of the tech department, I hear ya! Just remember the squeaky wheel gets the grease!
lucky for me I use to be liaison, so my tech guy likes me a lot and helps quickly! Go Brian!
I was going to have them record on the iPad for now.
Q4) Assessment with technology affords real-time feedback. What tools lend themselves to real-time feedback & assessment?
Thank goodness for the Brian's of the world.
Hey Bobby! So glad to have you at !
I use Kahoot in group setting. Kids love to see results right away.
Plus they get fun music and prompts while they're waiting. ❤️️
. green screen rooms for recording, Ss then use iMovie to edit. QR codes then let other Ss scan and view
A4) Of course, 's Lesson Plans allow a real-time feedback in assessment. Plus allows students to work at own pace.
I want to turn part of my closet into a screening area . someone said just put up green poster board.
Yes, anything green will work! My first green screen was green bulletin board paper.
. yes or green paint or even a green piece of cloth.
you can also do book review with or using VR
Also, my green paper was taped on the door to custodians closet. B/c that's where we could find room.
Talk about doing some app smashing! Love this idea!
Q5) How can technology help with accessibility with assessments?
A5) Ability to change font size/color,text to speech, bilingual dictionaries all increase accessibility of assessments.
A5 Mobility - secondary Ss can stay on top of learning from anywhere
A5) Had a student who was able to control computer using Dwell Clicker and special WebCam when arms were not an option. Empowering.
Great point John!@JohnJonesPE Thanks for joining !
Q6) How have you seen adaptive assessments work successfully?
