ASSESSMENTS

1. Summative

1.1. DEF: end of large chunk of learning

1.2. research projects

1.3. standardized tests

2. Performance

2.1. DEF: tests that require students to perform a task

2.2. snapshots (usually have students performing a task or explaining their answer)

2.3. projects

3. Diagnostic

3.1. DEF: test given prior to instruction to help teacher adjust instruction according to students' needs

3.2. pre-assessment

3.3. independent work

4. Formative

4.1. DEF: evidence of student learning

4.2. quizzes

4.3. discussions

5. Interim/Benchmarks

5.1. DEF: tests given throughout the year at certain intervals to evaluate where students are in their learning

5.2. common assessments

5.3. benchmarks

6. HOT Questions

6.1. OPENING

6.1.1. 1. What is a basic need?

6.1.1.1. 2. What are the basic needs of plants?

6.2. GUIDED

6.2.1. 1. What would happen if we as humans didn't get out basic needs?

6.2.1.1. 2. What do you think would happen if a plant didn't get its basic needs?

6.3. CLOSING

6.3.1. 1. What are the five basic needs of plants?

6.3.1.1. 2. Why is it important for a plant to get all five basic needs?

7. Assessment Data

7.1. TC used pre-assessment to structure lesson to meet the needs of all students.

7.1.1. 1. Graphic Organizer

7.1.2. 2. Sentence Strips

7.1.3. 3. Preview the lesson using Brain Pop, Jr.