Assessing Chapter 3

Abstract:
This chapter was all about assessment in a differentiated class. It is best to begin with an ending in mind. When we know what we want the kids to learn, we can create a lesson that can make this happen. Pre-assessment is a great way to work with the end in mind. We need to assess the students and find out what they know, so you can also help plan your lesson around that. Then formative assessments help test the students understanding throughout the year. Teachers need to make sure that the students are learning along the way, so that when time comes for the summative assessment, the students will know the information. It is also important that teachers avoid "fluff". We must make sure that the goals are clear.

Reflect:
We decided that all these ideas are very important. The three kinds of assessments are wonderful. Some of us have had experiences where teachers have a "test" day planned out. These aren't the greatest idea because sometimes things change and material isn't covered. How can you plan a test ahead all the time when you aren't sure that the students will have learned the information. As teachers we need to make sure students learn the information to the best of their ability before we assess them on it.