Formative+Assessment

=Formative Assessment= In the current climate of high-stakes testing, it is important to take a step back to consider the reasons for assessment. Understanding that the data from effective assessment can be used drive instruction, consider how technology can be used to assess student learning. A variety of technology tools, resources, and techniques are available to collect, analyze, and report data which is then used to improve instruction.

Video: Comprehensive Assessment: An Overview

Intel Teach Elements: Assessment in 21st Century Classrooms


 * Evaluation Tools **
 * Kathy Schrock's Guide for Educators - Assessment & Rubric Information
 * Rubistar
 * TeAchnology Rubrics and Rubric Makers
 * Rubrics for Teachers
 * Student Contracting from Read, Write, Think
 * TeAchnology Learning Contract Maker
 * Student Contract Form
 * Student Learning Log
 * Instructional Strategies Online - Journal
 * Project-based Learning Checklists
 * Hot Potatoes


 * Additional Resources: **
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">Critical Issue: Integrating Assessment and Instruction in Ways That Support Learning
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">@http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/tech/tech125.shtml Motivate While You Integrate Technology: Online Assessment]
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">Intel Teach Elements: Assessment in 21st Century Classrooms
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">Video Not on the Test
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">Video: Hilarious Professional Development