#caedchat Archive
#caedchat is for California educators, by California educators. All are welcome as moderators and participants discuss issues that emerge in California education, which are generally applicable to other regions of the United States.
Sunday June 5, 2016
There were many helping to plan but tonight’s moderator is aka David Theriault
Welcome to all! We are the founders of Join us for this time of learning and collaboration! It's almost summer!
Hi everyone. I'll be your moderator tonight. I'm a HS ELA teacher in Orange County CA and I'm super fired up to have you here at
Feel free to introduce yourself and follow others as they join the chat. There may be something going on on TV tonight. Who knows?
Tonight we (or just I) will be talking about assessment ?
Kevin here, Bay Area born & raised and yet…here I am. 6th grade on the central coast
My name is Jennifer Umphenour from Atascadero, CA and i teach at Coastal Christian School in Pismo Beach, CA
I won't blame you for being distracted tonight Kevin
Todd, elem principal in Orange County, CA...ready to go
Kim from Fresno, MS Science/STEM
I'd probably be distracted too, but we are one of THOSE families who don't have a TV
No blame necessary David. Not really a basketball fan. ’t
Caleb here from Hanford, CA. I teach 5th grade.
Anne in the Sierra foothills here. HS RSP
"It was a classmate's birthday and they were making a 'cake.' Their sense of mission was breathtaking." https://t.co/DWrp9ZKD3m
Thanks for joining us tonight Jennifer. I love Pismo beach and the surrounding areas.
Good evening
4th grade teacher from CA
No TV watching here either!
Jennifer, we met at the happy hour on Friday. Glad to have you here.
3 days and you still have a field trip in there! WOW https://t.co/CzepzkuTrE
Only 3 days. Still organizing Murder Mystery, field trip, breakout, and photo slideshow. Got a little ambitious. Hope I can pull this off.
Sandra from Yuba City, first grade teacher working on finishing report cards tonight.
Thanks for being here Dr. Todd. Hope we get to spend a lunch together soon.
Oh, yes we did! I am in good company!
Haha... yes, the Giants game is still on. Unfortunately they are trailing
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Feel free to introduce yourself and follow others as they join the chat. There may be something going on on TV tonight. Who knows?
Scott from San Diego, Wass'up, !
That...would be awesome!! Let's figure something out ASAP! https://t.co/lW1GROdPGM
Thanks for being here Dr. Todd. Hope we get to spend a lunch together soon.
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begins in a few min.
I'm also a🕌Scholar.
Gave my 1st🤓Fatwa
I'm making fun - OPINION
Atheletes shouldn't fast.
I will be popping in and out tonight. Geri from central coast.. Tech tosa..
So is my Kinder wife Sandra, good luck
- Yes we did! I am in good company tonight! Central coast peeps! :)
Doug, 5th grade, northern OR, bombastic rock star front man of a never ending education funk machine.
I was listening using the AT Bat app. Tough luck for Peavy
Scott, 5th grade from So OC
Hi - Brent from Orange County here. Happy Sunday!
For those of you who are new to a chat I give out a Question with a number and you put A1 or A2 before your answer. THX
I'm playing with Tweetdeck for the first time tonight, and I've even setup a column for ...going places
Rebecca- 6th grade, all subjects, suburb of San Diego
Trying out
for the first time!
The first Q is coming right up. After the 2nd Q I'll keep posting the question doc in case you get lost or show up late.
The slo happy hour Friday was awesome! Thanks to everyone who put it together and came.
OMG I'M IN THE SAME CHAT AS A BEDLEY!
Q1 What is assessment? What is its purpose? What are the characteristics of a useful and meaningful assessment.
Jess Lahey, up late in & lurking. English T, edu writer.
Hi everyone! Karen, 9th grade math, from the Coachella Valley, Shadow Hills High
Thanks for joining us Jessica
I had to leave early. We didn’t even get a chance to talk. I wanted to hear about
i might be lurking some tonight too!
A1 Assessment is a way for me to check my students' understanding. Gives me an idea of what to do next.
A1: How do you know that you know what you know. Apparently that's a life skill. Why can't school assessment be more like that?
Tweet deck is the way to go for chats! https://t.co/IIW0DwsWvW
I'm playing with Tweetdeck for the first time tonight, and I've even setup a column for ...going places
A1 How many Qs can ask in one question? Has he failed his own assessment? :-)
A1: Assessment should really be a spot-check...how are kids doing right now...what do I as a teacher need to change
A1: It sounds cliche but assessmt has to inform instruction, otherwise, why do it? I hate busywork
A1 Assessment judges where on the continuum someone is on a topic. It's timely, specific, and focused. Allows adjustment
A1: The purpose of assessment is for all stakeholders (Vampire Killers) to gain an understanding of what learning has taken place
A1 - Talent Identification coupled w/ needs evaluation...mainly a big reflection on my teaching
A1 Useful and meaningful assessment will not just show me if a S has the correct answer, but also their thought process.
A1: Assessment.
Official™✅for Understanding.
Can take different forms.
Usually✅Objectives+ContentStdrds
This is a good thought. Immediacy is important. I need info now, now at the end of the unit/term/year.
I'm happy to talk any time! The happy hour was a great mix. We will host next here :)
A1- Tool to find out where Ss are in learning continuum; used for reporting, informing further instruction, meeting needs
Just giving people room to enter. Multiple avenues for success and engagement https://t.co/U6FsgjTmYu
A1 How many Qs can ask in one question? Has he failed his own assessment? :-)
3 great questions! Hola, David. Rosa in Cali popping in
A1) A way to help students stay on track toward (hopefully) meaningful SLOs.
A1:The act of critically analyzing details of process & product to better understand where a S is on their journey towards mastery
A1: evaluation of Ss learning or lack thereof on a certain topic, used to guide next steps in instruction
Thought Process is a great point. That, more than the answer, allows us to help
A Vermonter who should be sleeping but couldn't resist
A1 assessment tells me what students know on a given day at a given time. Good assessment is continuous & varied
I feel like summative assessment is not as useful...like an autopsy...you just find out why someone died! https://t.co/3MkUYqPIMO
This is a good thought. Immediacy is important. I need info now, now at the end of the unit/term/year.
I think assessment should also be interesting. Ask ss to do something unique, fun, or complex.
Hi all! Amanda, math/tech TOSA in South Bay Area jumping in late
You are talking formative assessment right Dr. Todd? What about summative assessment? https://t.co/TwuQw0QwgR
A1: Assessment should really be a spot-check...how are kids doing right now...what do I as a teacher need to change
A1: Useful+Meaningful?
Feedback -
Did the Strategies used help?
Reteaching? Necessary?
🍎Ts proverbial patontheback
if Assessments💯
A1: if there is little feeling between knowing and not knowing, chances are info is just a Google away https://t.co/gp07HRsnuS
I often learn more about the S thoughts from an incorrect answer than a correct one.
A1: assessment allows me to gauge progress... Where are we and where do we need to go next?! It happens often and authentically
A1 Meaningful assessment should gives Ss an understanding of where they are in the learning experience.
Agree - and yet summative gets all the attention. I think that is something that needs to be addressed.
I need to put that on a shirt, or maybe on my whiteboard https://t.co/4wA1x0jJz9
A1 - Talent Identification coupled w/ needs evaluation...mainly a big reflection on my teaching
A1) An assessment is just one measure which provides us a snapshot of learning.
Best use of assessment is "of" learning , "for" learning. Assessment that is used to make instructional decisions at the moment
A1 assessment is whatever lets me know what kids have learned, what I still need 2 teach (again), what they need 2 keep going
I am...formative assessment, CFU..all impact learning right now...summative is so limiting in truly impacting teaching.
So are formative assessments better than summative assessments Kevin and Todd? https://t.co/poz7tdjzTQ
This is a good thought. Immediacy is important. I need info now, now at the end of the unit/term/year.
😬It's always the goofy 🍎Ts
My best assessments have been student generated. They tell me what they thought was important. V informative
A1 assessment is a teaching and learning spot check. What do my students know? Is my teaching effective? What needs to change?
Almost everything one does in a class can be considered an assessment, no?
For the observant teacher, pretty much everything is some form of assessment - can tell us something about ss learning.
assessment - it is only valuable if it informs instruction/informs student learning
jumping in or tonight's chat! Teacher educator & Literacy researcher
Todd lol. Funny, but not! I completely agree lol.
I love the idea of assessing "process" Alex. Trust the process not the results. https://t.co/6xpVSF9SwF
A1:The act of critically analyzing details of process & product to better understand where a S is on their journey towards mastery
I wouldn’t judge better or not. Just more useful for the “now”
yes, and such a quality has to be thoughtfully designed.
This is where feedback comes in. Quick for sure, but past that it can get confusing: grade? comment? https://t.co/moJY0ACqUf
A1 Meaningful assessment should gives Ss an understanding of where they are in the learning experience.
Q2 popping off in a sec. Please help me out tonight by asking each other follow up Qs to dive deeper. Thanks!
Formative assessment assesses my instruction in relation to student learning. No more " I taught it..but ..."
Even just listening to how Ss converse with each other. Learn about Ss by observing and interacting with them
Summative's aren't the bad guy if they are used to help Ss reflect on learning skills.
When I'm working w a teacher planning assignments I ask repeatedly for the goal to stay focused. Often assignments go off target
so many different types of learning: content, interpersonal, problem-solving. strong assessment demonstrates variety
SBAC assessments do not give schools, Ts or Ss actionable feedback. IMO, this increases opt-outs.
Or like the end of a Trial+
the verdict is read: Guilty
Then u find out why.
Our justice system😮
Q2 What causes the most confusion when we talk about summative assessments? Where can they go wrong?
A1 a useful & meaningful assessment allows Ss to monitor their progress. It gives Ts a view of what to keep & change.
Very common - what are some good tricks to stay on track?
The fly on the wall (observer) to become the fly in the ointment (getting messy w/ the learning).
AMEN! Tell me exactly what to fix and I'll fix it. https://t.co/fkvIl29Pso
SBAC assessments do not give schools, Ts or Ss actionable feedback. IMO, this increases opt-outs.
This is why SBAC drives me crazy...what do you really do with those results...make changes for next yr...w/ new Ss!
Definition of terms. https://t.co/TTlNjxPPnH
Q2 What causes the most confusion when we talk about summative assessments? Where can they go wrong?
brings up importance of reviewing assessments, taking time 2 consider how they'll impact next steps https://t.co/PsUYvpMz8N
A1: It sounds cliche but assessmt has to inform instruction, otherwise, why do it? I hate busywork
I agree. There are an infinite number of ways kids can show what they know. We have to acknowledge that
You're killing me Dr. Scott
A1 sometimes assessment is more for T to know how well topics were taught/explained
A2 Summatives not written by Ts who work directly w/ the Ss are most difficult. Go wrong when they are "the end."
The idea is that results from one group can be used to work with another group of ss - insane! https://t.co/d62riTogPc
This is why SBAC drives me crazy...what do you really do with those results...make changes for next yr...w/ new Ss!
Ramadan is starting in T-2min
2🕌boys are awaiting trial for their Ps Murder
Suddenly lost my appetite.😬
. I'd agree to this. It's vague and does not come back in a timely manner. I'm guilty of this at times w/ my 5th grd
WI Tchr-librarian joining just bc I can this late CDT eve in June
A2) Summative assessments can go wrong if the data is difficult to understand or hard to explain.
A2 The term itself is from the late 1960's (although so r & I) makes it important to identify purpose of the assessment
A2: For me, biggest prob w summative assessment is the reality we don't have time to go back now...we have to move to nxt standard
So true. When what is being assessed doesn't quite match. https://t.co/PODcXVSiWl
A2 Summatives not written by Ts who work directly w/ the Ss are most difficult. Go wrong when they are "the end."
Agree. Start going into quartiles and you’re going to lose a lot of pp.
Summatives just for points/grades don't add to learning process..
A2 Policymakers fail to address S motivation by giving summative tests that aren't engaging or worth taking.
But we do it ALL THE TIME! We analyze the results and make changes to focus on areas of need from last year's Ss!
A2 Summative assess is often an at the moment assess of lrning. Alone it means very little. Where do we go next + how is needed.
.This. I'm all about the re-teach and re-take, but it is very time consuming. https://t.co/oXR7xHkPUz
A2: For me, biggest prob w summative assessment is the reality we don't have time to go back now...we have to move to nxt standard
You’re getting into “Finals” territory there, Geri. https://t.co/taYVls2rZW
Summatives just for points/grades don't add to learning process..
In my head my tweet almost made sense... https://t.co/NWlRRr958B
Agree. Start going into quartiles and you’re going to lose a lot of pp.
A2) Summatives often have points or rubric fields unrelated to actual student learning.
A2 push for common assessments meaning exact same tests. Leads to relying on memorizing facts/easy to grade tests.
Are you saying that formative are more important that summative or are both needed? https://t.co/NMaPxmhIGJ
A2 Summative assess is often an at the moment assess of lrning. Alone it means very little. Where do we go next + how is needed.
A2: summative itself suggests the end, should there really be an end to the learning?
For me, a teacher should know the results of a summative assessment becuz they've used a ton of formative
A2 when summative assessments get turned in to the teacher. they should also have element of community sharing- authentic audience
Some Ts struggling w/rubric scoring on summative math assess... How does rubric tell what Ss really struggling with?
You really have to stretch to explain the SBAC importance to a kid going to a JC https://t.co/dTSudrC668
A2 Policymakers fail to address S motivation by giving summative tests that aren't engaging or worth taking.
Begs an answer to the mystery of "breadth" vs "depth"...
Both needed, but summative still needs next steps, even if it's for next year.
A2: difficult when Ts move forward nxt day w/out looking back. Ss still need us to provide feedback and intervention after a sum.
😬 A mental list of objectives to✅
So during Planning time,
integrate LPs w/Other Subjects to Revisit/Reteach.
Summative tens ti mean that learning is finished, but learning isn't finished.
. Good Q. Formative & summative needed. https://t.co/jO2gCsV2X8
Are you saying that formative are more important that summative or are both needed? https://t.co/NMaPxmhIGJ
A2 Summative assess is often an at the moment assess of lrning. Alone it means very little. Where do we go next + how is needed.
AMEN! The CCSS was supposed to address this, but there are still too many standards to cover!
Summative assessment keeps formative assessment in check. Otherwise
Yep. Saw Ss giving nonsense speeches last week to meet time req. Not a relevant goal for 9th grdrs
Q3 What types of summative assessments most effectively help or empower students? Examples?
. LOL! Totally me as a student. I was the guy making shapes in my CBEST Test scantron.
A2 The breadth of possible definitions, I'm guessing. What qualifies, esp when you're trying to get admin to look at alt assess
A3- The harder, more time-consuming to score types, of course!
So common! What are some tricks to help people stay on track?
Reflections. Innovation Projects. PBLs. Student generated assessments. https://t.co/lPGQTJ0bLB
Q3 What types of summative assessments most effectively help or empower students? Examples?
yes, the summarize results shouldn't be a surprise.
A2 Summative assessments that do not target the overall standard or that simply make no sense.
A3: I like pre and post unit tests to monitor growth and determine RtI groupings for additional support
A3 The ones that the students play a role in the assessment, and goals for future learning are set.
A3- examples: projects, performance tasks, presentations, S defends grade to T
A3: this year we started doing more lab practical type assessment, Ss explain their thinking via some kind of choice element
A3 ones where students connect what they have learned w what they have learned in the past & where the info is taking them
A3. If a summative assessment turns into formative than it is useful and can empower. If it is one and done I don't see the point.
A4 Performance assessments can be relevant, but hard to assess with all Ss. My introverts hate giving speeches
I like performance tasks that allow for all ss to access the task at varying levels. Shows depth of thinking.
I love it...the importance of letting Ss choose form of assessment to show current mastery of learning! https://t.co/fOnlPnZoZT
A3 The ones that the students play a role in the assessment, and goals for future learning are set.
And yes, I am still in session, working on the year end communication of student learning. Students replection is part of this .
In hs setting we have to provide for college expectations with grades, etc. Where alternative ideas can be difficult to establish
A3 I've seen an example of giving S's choice for a sum. assessment. Pick from menu or talk with T about idea you have to show und.
A3) Self Assessments with reflection and justifications. Makes them keep on keeping on when they normally think they're done.
Our students play a key role. They set goals for future. I'll add to them only if necessary.
Lol! I've always thought the chest was very similar to the cahsee https://t.co/smuw3FEuPB
. LOL! Totally me as a student. I was the guy making shapes in my CBEST Test scantron.
I'm def not against summative...I just think it gets too much emphasis and importance over CFU and formative assessment
How about allowing retakes or re-dos of presentations? My problem has always been time issues with "do it again."
A3) Students can be given a choice of how they will demonstrate understanding with a summative assessment
A3: giving sts opportunity to use their knowledge thru making or creating new knowledge rather than regurgitating someone else's.
A3 assessments where the evaluation criteria are clear, learning has been scaffolded, performance tasks have been practiced
A3: observations, anecdotal notes, student generated, projects, exit tickets, presentations, talk-alouds
Think this is where crosscurricular plan needs 2happen How can reteach be wrapped into future lrning?
Or what if a better presentation grade later in the semester bumps a prior presentation? https://t.co/VSorPSLcAT
How about allowing retakes or re-dos of presentations? My problem has always been time issues with "do it again."
A3 student presentations of their work. My fave assessment. Often let kids choose how 2 demonstrate learning then lead the thru it
Some quieter Ss started out recording on an iPad. Helped them get comfortable speaking in front of the class.
Reflection is such an important piece https://t.co/Lc22DooszC
And yes, I am still in session, working on the year end communication of student learning. Students replection is part of this .
i like this. multiple entry points can be equitable for students
this also supports Ss with learning differences
Easier and easier these days with tech. Fewer excuses not to allow it.
yes. continuity and applicability so students can make sense of their own learning
This is where RtI plays such a vital role in providing additional time and support to Ss who need it!
Going to roll right into Q4 because we are already there
Love it... portfolio of work through the year with pieces demonstrating their understanding https://t.co/RXNSSXhAWB
A3- examples: projects, performance tasks, presentations, S defends grade to T
Q4 What is an alternative assessment and how is this different than a typical assessment? Examples?
It’s the idea of what can ss do now. Averages/grades can punish and not show progress.
Haha... I forget the question but I so can relate https://t.co/jx17ldDSNT
A3- The harder, more time-consuming to score types, of course!
A3 It helps my Ss if they see real world applications in the knowledge they are demonstrating.
Now you're talking about school culture and shared vision! One of Todd's strengths!
Trying this out this upcoming year with e-portfolios using Weebly. https://t.co/MEuEblr1kz
Love it... portfolio of work through the year with pieces demonstrating their understanding https://t.co/RXNSSXhAWB
A3- examples: projects, performance tasks, presentations, S defends grade to T
Especially when there is "productive" struggle - students are empowered when they "break through" https://t.co/Sfwd6nW9iy
I like performance tasks that allow for all ss to access the task at varying levels. Shows depth of thinking.
. Students must play a key part in their learning and the assessment of THAT learning.
Still need to pick and choose what areas to cover! Which ones are essential... https://t.co/tTjqf4D9ep
AMEN! The CCSS was supposed to address this, but there are still too many standards to cover!
A4) If a student can show they have the skills in a way different than I set up, that would be their alternative assessment.
A4 Typical assessments are about giving people quick data points. Alternative assessments take the time to look deeper
A3: Love this! S choice of final project, creation, performance, communication of what was lrned https://t.co/HYk7cd3408
A3 I've seen an example of giving S's choice for a sum. assessment. Pick from menu or talk with T about idea you have to show und.
A3 Ss should have rubrics all along during PBL projects, so the best summative assessment demo's learning and S self-assess
I don't think there needs to be a million re-dos. I do think kids need to chance to reflect on the work they do.
This is why Ss will be using from the very beg of school next year. Both Ss and Ps can see learning over time.
Do the students have a hand in creating those rubrics, because then that's alternative to me https://t.co/MtfKK6wnw7
A3 Ss should have rubrics all along during PBL projects, so the best summative assessment demo's learning and S self-assess
I should have a ribbon tied around my finger when planning 😂
A4) Student creates a screencast for fellow students covering content which shows mastery of subject.
A3 The ones where Ss can combine everything they've learned and showcase their work i.e. art work, performance tasks, projects.
A4 Ongoing feedback throughout a project is best way. That way Ss can really see progress.
I also feel like ss are left alone on assessments. No help from T. It’s still a learning process. Provides info.
A4 Clear criteria for success, discussed with students (co created?) helps student show what they know in ways that work for them.
Yes sir! That is the true power of rubrics.
A4 An alt. assmt is one where Ss can combine the cross curr. content to showcase what they've learned.
My student do one day of "home learning" each week. Learning objectives are clearly laid out but I have no idea what they will do.
Reflection/relearn-key. Lots of work with Ss this year who thought retake just "magic"- no additional work done
Something I've been thinking- why is it we talk about assessment as something Ss are given, instead of the act of judgment Ts do?
Would love to see portfolios happen in our district! Along w/student choice of assessment!
Love the term "criteria for success." Rubrics imply grades, criteria for success implies a strategy!
When and I had students do reflections, we did our own first. Super helpful (for us) https://t.co/PqPZR2Z3tD
I also feel like ss are left alone on assessments. No help from T. It’s still a learning process. Provides info.
A4 alternative assess. offer authentic audience, motivation, long-lasting/portable artifact, more cognitive synapses than an essay
it is so easy to get caught up in steps, and stuff and
Lose sight of original goal. I get lost plenty!
great idea! teaching technological fluency at the same time!
Sounds cool - "Here's what you have to learn. Your job is not to show me that you learned it, but how you learned it."
Ooh- good thought! Should also include Ts dealing with the numbers/averages when reporting progress.
I think it depends on the objective. If objective is purely speaking skills, then replacement ok.
"criteria for success" Love the term, not just about grades. https://t.co/E4loW89jmh
Love the term "criteria for success." Rubrics imply grades, criteria for success implies a strategy!
agreed! And if I'm honest - I struggle here. How do I continue to provide assistance w/out "giving it away"
Great point Tony You're GREEEAATTT! (Sorry I haven't had a Tony in a while) https://t.co/PUrxRNqwAh
Something I've been thinking- why is it we talk about assessment as something Ss are given, instead of the act of judgment Ts do?
What if students create a different form of success?
Holding kids accountable to the learning is necessary. Not about the mark.
Love that! Setting the stage for success. Especially important w/ something new to ss.
. Thanks Cherise! It will be a learning experience for the teacher as well ;)
However if objective is on contents of presentation then that depends on whether presentations covered same contents
You could also say "process for success" and students can explain why they didn't follow the process https://t.co/rSmXRg9SDq
Love the term "criteria for success." Rubrics imply grades, criteria for success implies a strategy!
Thanks so much for that! It's always a work in progress!
agree, always clarifies things when u DIY b4 having Ss do it
Q5 coming up. Get your thinking caps ON
Absolutely love this and my first graders will be hearing it a lot next year! https://t.co/oAtxcMqjNX
Sounds cool - "Here's what you have to learn. Your job is not to show me that you learned it, but how you learned it."
We need to be very careful about presentations too! Ss need help in this area.
Q5 What is an alternative assessment that we aren’t talking about? Why is it needed Who needs it https://t.co/jv3tazdIY8
Agreed. Presentation skills either need to be carefully scaffolded or taught explicitly
A4 140 characters isn't enough room for me. I need an alternative way to answer this 😝
Love Seesaw! Use it with our Kindergartens almost daily!
No more text filled slides with students reading them. I can't take it. ;)
A5: We need an alternative way of assessing Ts. More authenticity. More formative.
A5 I see everything as an alternative to filling in bubbles. Best assessments show students skill/knowledge & what is still needed
Use images to convey a idea and then have Ss explain why they used the image. https://t.co/82bFAhf1n1
No more text filled slides with students reading them. I can't take it. ;)
Just learned about . interested to see how it can be used...
. Yes! I also work in a non grade environt. No grades k-7, although 4-7 parents can ask . It's about learning.
A5) I'm interested in hearing thoughts on assessing "hard skills" with definite answers - science/math come to mind
A5) Have students design an assessment to administer to others and then evaluate themselves.
I have never had an admin use formative assessments with me. I welcome the experiment https://t.co/nwHJYPkmEK
A5: We need an alternative way of assessing Ts. More authenticity. More formative.
. They show me what they have learned by how they represent their learning.
I am trying (some success this yr) to give my 1st gdrs beg presentation skills. Needs to be taught https://t.co/2ok6LxzybQ
Agreed. Presentation skills either need to be carefully scaffolded or taught explicitly
. We focus on the learning, what's there, what's missing, where do we go next. They are part of the process.
A5 Need an alternative assessment of participation. Not just speaking up or taking notes. How to measure Ss' internal processing?
We talk about ss assessment so much, but Ts are also assessed, yet criteria are different. Hmmmm…
A5 We need to monitor the progress of "soft skills" such as creative confidence, collaboration, communication, & critical think
Start with a one slide presentation, then a three slide. No more than one sentence/word per slide. https://t.co/ClD89kcBUn
No more text filled slides with students reading them. I can't take it. ;)
Kind of like Genius Hour for Teacher PD...create something that showcases where you are right now w learning
Will do! Just had to step out so I'm behind.
use it for reflection, sharing & collaboration, assessment, etc. So many tutorials on Seesaw
.A5 "Alternative" makes me laugh. Why does what we do have to be "alternative" assessment. it IS assessment!
I like how you used the word monitor here. Not everything needs to be assessed formally.
I've heard great things! Thanks for the info!
We are actually teaching our ELD Ss about creating a Ted Talk as a part of Ted-Ed club. No slides. Just the story.
Took a Break. Wudu + dressed for the occasion. I'm determined to enjoy this.
Looking forward to checking this out https://t.co/d6Z2uXWeBg
use it for reflection, sharing & collaboration, assessment, etc. So many tutorials on Seesaw
A5 for soft skills assessment I've used an employment evaluation
THIS! Can you imagine if all of our Ss created learning plans/goals like teachers do and then we used them https://t.co/jRinA72st3
We talk about ss assessment so much, but Ts are also assessed, yet criteria are different. Hmmmm…
Do we have to call them "assessments"? Hmm https://t.co/JNyV6pZ8VI
.A5 "Alternative" makes me laugh. Why does what we do have to be "alternative" assessment. it IS assessment!
Yes...Time to bring our expectations into the 21st C
Agreed! When I teach with slides we discuss presentation skills and slide creation https://t.co/7jEaD2p2zZ
No more text filled slides with students reading them. I can't take it. ;)
A5 I love learning continuums for monitoring progress. This is very visual for Ts, Ss, and Ps.
Just trying to find something different to give it the old Test Pilot go https://t.co/7RhKG3k5ma
Do we have to call them "assessments"? Hmm https://t.co/JNyV6pZ8VI
.A5 "Alternative" makes me laugh. Why does what we do have to be "alternative" assessment. it IS assessment!
Love it! My Ss us it during lit centers to record thinking.
This skirt is beautiful.
I look for reasons to wear it.
Twitter won't let me access📷. 😠
. We are communicating student learning, vs reporting on it. A shift for many.
. I tried this last semester. It was so far out of my Ss reality that it fell flat. Will try again!
I'm going to switch up the order of the last two Qs here comes the new SIX
wondering what I might find for math incorporation!
Q6 What was your favorite class, school, district assessment this year? Why? Links? Examples?
A6 Ss built houses w/ square ft. requirements in Minecraft. Ss were intense during planning and building!
Love idea of showing awful things NOT to do & having Ss create slides doing it!
Yet many expect them to show what they know in writing. It's not fair! and devalue the student as a learner.
Q6 Using a Google Form + Flubaroo was pretty cool. PBL Assessment on 13 Colony knowledge was fun- Sail America Travel Agency
A6: While rdg And Then There Were None, ss had to write tweets from diff character POV including hashtags. Great insight.
A6 career interest interview. Lots of S buy in, connection to current learning and future goal setting. S presents results
A6 I've been loving using with students for review to summative assessment. I also like having stus make infographics
What a great idea! Teaches summary and point of view...and is only 140 characters (easy to read!) https://t.co/b1ixJi0MtY
A6: While rdg And Then There Were None, ss had to write tweets from diff character POV including hashtags. Great insight.
I hope to try next year! https://t.co/JqDqEl4kuG
A6 I've been loving using with students for review to summative assessment. I also like having stus make infographics
A6) Loved where students got to write about character traits and explain how they knew.
A6: THIS Yr?
Not Applicable.😐Next
A6 for reading I go w Fountais and Pinnell to get a good snapshot of reading, but nothing is "the law". It's part of a collection.
Many led to deeper, more interesting convos w/ the ss and class. Really got at their thinking.
Yep, I have SOOOOO many parents that expect their 8th grader to write as if they were a published writer...
Not overwhelming at all. 🙃
A6 for history, Ss input short answer responses to what they learned to google form. C&p responses to wordle. Made poster
A6) Please rephrase - I thought this meant how they assessed us. Maybe I misunderstood.
A6 Volcano hat fashion show-Ss made hat, wrioe description showing what they knew about volcano and eruption (2 AM brainstorm) FUN
Class tools has activities that could be used for students to show understanding https://t.co/eWEbIUcijH https://t.co/1YYIMVbaZp
What a great idea! Teaches summary and point of view...and is only 140 characters (easy to read!) https://t.co/b1ixJi0MtY
A6: While rdg And Then There Were None, ss had to write tweets from diff character POV including hashtags. Great insight.
