ASSESSMENT

1. INTERIM/BENCHMARK

1.1. Definition: Testing that is periodic and done throughout the year and provides little to no student feedback.

1.2. Examples: Benchmark every six weeks & Chapter tests

2. DIAGNOSTIC

2.1. Definition: Are used by teachers to measure student achievement gaps and strengths, weaknesses, knowledge and skills.

2.2. Examples: Pre-Test & Surveys

3. SUMMATIVES

3.1. Definition: Are used when testing a large chunk of learning, they can be used to review what you want them to do while also using a criteria to ensure high quality.

3.2. Examples: Final Exams & Research Projects

4. FORMATIVE

4.1. Definition: A way to gather evidence of the student learning can also be used to provide feedback and adjust instructional strategies to provide enhance their achievement.

4.2. Examples: Discussion & Quiz

5. PERFORMANCE

5.1. Definition: This assessment is used to measure the students ability to apply knowledge and skills from the unit taught. Also may require students to perform a task instead of a regular test.

5.2. Examples: Journals & Portfolios

6. HOT QUESTIONS

6.1. OPENING QUESTIONS

6.1.1. 1. What is a character in a story?

6.1.2. 2. What do you think a character does?

6.2. GUIDING QUESTIONS

6.2.1. 1. Who can tell me a character from our story so far?

6.2.2. 2. Who can identify a new character?

6.3. CLOSING QUESTIONS

6.3.1. 1. Who was the main character in our story?

6.3.2. 2. Who can tell me in their words what a character is?